Another regional South Australian council has parted ways with its chief executive.
The Mercury reported that Tumby Bay Council terminated CEO Darren Keenan’s contract this week after he failed to complete an extended probation period.
Mayor Geoff Churchett says while Keenan’s community engagement was excellent, there were underlying workplace issues that couldn’t be overlooked.
Keenan, who started in May, had his six-month probation extended by three months before the decision was made during a closed-door meeting on Tuesday.
The council’s deputy CEO will fill in while they search for a replacement. It follows similar troubles at Peterborough District Council, which has been through five CEOs in two years.