Andrea Selvey has been appointed as the new CEO of the Shire of Augusta Margaret River, moving from her current role as CEO of the Shire of Carnarvon.
MsSelvey, who has 16 years of experience in senior local government roles, was selected from 116 applicants.
She will assume her new role after serving her notice period at Carnarvon.
Temporary CEO Arthur Kryon will continue in the role until May 31, with directors at the Shire acting as CEO until Selvey begins full-time.