Council structure & governance

Our council has five operational departments:

• Communities – planning and development; environmental management; community services; waste services; parks and gardens; sporting facilities; community planning, engagement and strategy; and facilities maintenance.
• Infrastructure & Utilities – road works; plant fleet and workshops; water utilities; stormwater drainage; flood management; and disaster management.
• Commercial Services – Emerald Airport, Emerald Saleyards and Shepton Quarry.
• Corporate Services – financial services; information services; human resources; long-term financial management; customer service and procurement.
• Governance – corporate communications, governance, risk management, internal audit; and workplace health and safety.