Simon has over 15 years experience working in management and executive teams for Local Government with previous roles including Manager Community Services at the Shire of Katanning as well as Executive Manager Community Services at City of Karratha. Simon became Director of Strategic Projects and Infrastructure in 2013 and has overseen the development of $300 million worth of City-led infrastructure projects including the Karratha Leisureplex, Karratha Airport Redevelopment and the Red Earth Arts Precinct.