Peter Grundy
WILUNA,WA
Summary
Effective leader with a proven track record at Shire of Wiluna delivering a range of improvements. Skilled in resource allocation and team leadership, I successfully led Council from an abysmal past to regenerate itself. My strategic initiatives fostered hi calibre recruitment business growth and improved financial integrity within the Shire of Wiluna.
Versatile business leader bringing 25 years of experience as accomplished Company Director. Strategic problem-solver, change manager, and visionary executive with success implementing plans to meet current and future needs. Key expertise in remote Western Australian service delivery.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Post Office Director
Wiluna Local LPO
08.2015 - Current
- Directed daily operations to enhance Post Office efficiency and delivery management.
- Implemented strategic initiatives to improve customer service
- Developed training programs to elevate staff performance and productivity levels.
- Deliver Contract Mail services weekly to outlying pastoral stations
- Deliver banking services to Wiluna through post bank and cash deposit withdrawal services.
- Appointed board member 2023 Australia Post LPO'S rural Remote Western Australia board representative
Company Director
Riloch Pty Ltd
04.2004 - Current
Created led and developed family owned company.
Initially delivered accounting and management expertise across remote Western Australia delivering services across the Kimberley, Pilbara, Gascoyne and Goldfields operating up to 9 businesses in the field of food security and fuel for and behalf of Registrar of Aboriginal Corporations (ORIC) the Department of Industry and Resources (DOIR) numerous Aboriginal Corporations in administration.
Currently the Company focuses on the operations of Local IGA & Licensed Post Office Wiluna and Burringurrah Village Grocer in the Gascoyne. We operate Containers for Change in both Wiluna & Burringurrah and freight depots and airport services reservations and baggage.
My position in the Company as owner and sole Director is ensure the financial viability and foster business development and direction.
Councillor & Shire President
Shire Of Wiluna
10.2017 - 11.2025
- Elected Councillor 2017
- Elected Deputy Shire President 2019
- Elected Shire President 2021
- Led strategic initiatives to steer Shire out of disastrous performance issues and ACCC inquiries and COVID challenges.
- Focused on council to address financial management, ensuring budget adherence and resource allocation.
- Cultivated CEO recruitment acting Position of highly qualified CEO & executives and developed a high calibre team
- Implemented a new culture within the Council of achieving a high standard of financial integrity and positive communication with the executive team
Senior Project Management Officer
Department of Commerce & Trade and the Kimberley Development Commission
02.2001 - 05.2004
- Led cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact projects on time and within budget.
- Developed and implemented project management methodologies to streamline processes and enhance efficiency.
- Mentored junior project managers, fostering skill development and promoting best practices in project execution.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify potential issues, focusing on Indigenous service delivery.
Education
No Degree - LOCAL GOVERNMENT
WALGA
Perth, WA06-2026
BBA -
Monash University
Clayton, VIC11-1984
High School Diploma -
St Bedes College
Melbourne, VIC12-1979
Skills
- Resource allocation management
- Experienced in managing group discussions
- Recruitment and training proficiency
- Client interaction
- Strong clarity in communication methods
- Proficient in task management
- Building effective partnerships
- Talent development strategies
- Team leadership
- Executive support
- Facilitation and negotiation skills
Accomplishments
- Achieved key performance indicators and through effectively helping with the financial recovery of the shire.
- Documented and resolved conflicts within the Shire between Executives & Councillors this being conflict which led to the recovery of the Shire.
- Collaborated with Councillors in the development of recovery plan for the Shire of Wiluna.
- Achieved high level of success with projects rolled out and achieved a high standard of Audit for the shires financials with no qualifications.
Affiliations
Board Member Australia Post representing North West Australia
Australia Post Licensee
Committee Member Royal Hobart Yacht Club
Franchise Representative Metcash Foods Limited
Franchise Representative Shire of Wiluna WARRL (recycle)
Certification
WALGA Councillor and Diploma training
Australia Post Director Licensee Training
Metcash Foods Limited Franchise Training
MYOB Accounting & Xero Accounting competency training
Languages
English
Full Professional
Interests
Geology and searching for minerals in Western Australia
Sailing keel boats
Motorcycling
Weightlifting
Timeline
Councillor & Shire President
Shire Of Wiluna
10.2017 - 11.2025
Licensed Post Office Director
Wiluna Local LPO
08.2015 - Current
Company Director
Riloch Pty Ltd
04.2004 - Current
Senior Project Management Officer
Department of Commerce & Trade and the Kimberley Development Commission
02.2001 - 05.2004
No Degree - LOCAL GOVERNMENT
WALGA
BBA -
Monash University
High School Diploma -
St Bedes College