Peter Benazic has been appointed as interim CEO of Cardinia Shire Council for six months starting June 5, as Carol Jeffs departs the organisation after six and a half years.
Mr Benazic brings 27 years of senior role experience and 39 years in local government to the position.
Mayor Jack Kowarzik paid tribute to Ms Jeffs’ leadership at the council, as she prepares to take up the CEO role at Uniting Vic Tas.