FRANKSTON: Council CEO quits
City of Frankston Chief Executive Officer Phil Cantillon has resigned, and will leave the job within weeks.
In a statement to Council staff, Mr Cantillon announced he will step down by late July.
Appointed CEO in 2019, Mr Cantillon has guided the organisation through a period of complex challenges and change.
In his email to staff, Mr Cantillon reflected on his career working across three State Governments (Victoria/New South Wales/Tasmania), before turning to time in Victorian local government.
He thanked Mayors and Councillors he has worked with across three Council terms.
He expressed special thanks to the City of frankston staff.
A media statement said Mr Cantillon was recognised by Frankston City staff as a kind and compassionate leader dedicated to the wellbeing and development of Council officers.
“Mr Cantillon has also been acknowledged by the broader community and sector leaders for the positive change he has driven, while showing outstanding support for the Frankston City community as a whole,” the statement said.
Frankston City Mayor Cr Kris Bolam said Mr Cantillon’s departure would be felt across the organisation and the broader community.
“Phil has been a consummate professional throughout his tenure, and his time as Chief Executive Officer should be celebrated as a period of growth and renewal, both within the organisation and across our City,” Cr Bolam said.
“Council will now appoint an Interim CEO before undertaking a comprehensive recruitment process to find a permanent successor.
“The market for executive talent is strong, and with Frankston City’s growing reputation, I’m confident we’ll attract a very high calibre field of candidates.”
Mr Cantillon said the decision to leave wasn’t made lightly, but the timing was right.