MOYNE Shire Councillors have appointed an acting chief executive.

Peter Brown will begin in the role from February 19 for a period of three months, with an option for a further two-month extension or until a new chief executive has permanently commenced duties.

The appointment was required following the incumbent, Brett Davis’, resignation to take up a new position with the Victorian Government as Cross-Border Commissioner.

Mayor, Cr Ian Smith, said Mr Brown was no stranger to Moyne or Local Government.

“Peter has acted as Moyne’s Director Community and Corporate Services previously and has a long resume in local government, having served as Chief Executive Officer at Colac Otway Shire Council and Horsham Rural City Council,” Cr Smith said.

“He will provide an experienced and steady hand as we move through the budget process and in the recruitment of a new CEO.

“We are pleased he has agreed to return to Moyne and look forward to working with him again.”

Cr Smith said he has spoken with each of Moyne’s directors prior to reaching out to Mr Brown.

“Each decided it would be best for continuity within the organisation to bring in an external person to act as CEO,” he said.

“That way they can continue doing their important work without then needing to find an acting director.”

Cr Smith said the process to recruit a new chief executive would begin soon in line with council’s policies and procedures for such matters.