Executive Leadership Team
Alastair Dawson - Interim Chief Executive Officer
As Interim Chief Executive Officer, Alastair Dawson brings 40 plus years in executive Management and more than 25 years as a Chief Executive Officer in both local Government, the Higher Education Sector, the Water Sector, e Agriculture Advocacy and other private enterprises.
He has worked for some of the largest councils’ in Australia, including Logan City, Brisbane City, and the Gold Coast, and was the previous Chief Executive officer for Beaudesert Shire Council and the Rockhampton Regional Council. He has also served as a previous Interim Chief Executive Officer at Livingstone Shire.
Michael Kriedemann – General Manager Infrastructure
Michael joined Livingstone Shire Council in July 2020 and has over 25 years experience in local government. With a degree in Civil Engineering and a Master of Business Administration, Michael brings significant experience to his role. He is a Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland and a Chartered Member of Engineers Australia. He is responsible for a team of over 150 Council staff from Water and Waste, Roads and Drainage, Engineering Services, Project Delivery and the Quality Assurance business units. Michael has previously worked for Redland City Council before taking up a role as an Executive Manager at Douglas Shire Council. Michael brings with him a wealth of experience in infrastructure operations, strategic infrastructure planning, engineering design, land use planning, policy development and business transformation. He is passionate about providing good quality infrastructure and delivering services that exceeds the community’s expectations.
Katrina Paterson - General Manager of Communities
(Acting General Manager of Portfolio Strategic Growth until December 2025)
With a diverse background and experience in both the private and public sectors, Katrina combines her analytical skills of a traditional economist with a visionary approach to sustainable growth. Over a 12-year career at Manager and Director levels, Katrina has become a trusted advisor to CEOs and elected officials, delivering high-level strategic advice supported by rigorous research.
Katrina has a track record of designing innovative business and community programs, crafting comprehensive research reports, and developing stakeholder engagement models that drive government-led initiatives across diverse communities. A passionate advocate for sustainable development, Katrina is committed to fostering economic growth in Livingstone Shire that balances immediate needs with the well-being of future generations.
Delivering excellence in service delivery, fiscal responsibility, and the cultivation of long-lasting partnerships is a long-held commitment for Katrina. She holds an undergraduate degree in Economics (Politics) from the University of Canberra and an Honours degree in Economics from the Queensland University of Technology. In 2018, Katrina completed a Master of Social Science in International, Urban, and Environmental Management at RMIT in Melbourne, further refining expertise in sustainable and inclusive development.
Andrea Ellis - Chief Financial Officer
(Acting General Manger of Communities)
Andrea Ellis is the Chief Financial Officer at Livingstone Shire Council, where she brings over two decades of experience in finance and accounting. Andrea's journey in local government began in 1999 as a trainee, and she steadily progressed through the ranks while pursuing her accounting degree. She is a Fellow of CPA and holds a degree in accounting from CQ University.
With a passion for continuous improvement, Andrea expanded her expertise by working with a global mining company, where she honed her skills in accounting and business improvement, earning Black Belt qualifications in Lean Six Sigma. Her diverse background enables her to challenge conventional practices and drive innovation in her current role.
Andrea is also highly engaged in professional associations, serving as the current secretary of the Local Government Financial Professionals (Queensland) and Chair of the Queensland CPA Committee for Women. Through these roles, she advocates for diversity and inclusion in the finance profession and supports the professional development of her peers.
At Livingstone Shire Council, Andrea leads a dynamic team of corporate support functions, leveraging strategic alignment and >
Kristy Mansfield - Chief Human Resources Officer
(Acting General Manager Corporate Services)
Kristy Mansfield joined Livingstone Shire Council as Chief Human Resource Officer in June 2021. Kristy’s extensive career and wealth of experience in Human Resource Management now sees her leading the People and Culture team. Kristy is passionate about supporting people through change and is recognised for her success in driving business strategy and delivering strong business performance. Prior to joining Livingstone Shire Council, Kristy has more than 20 years’ experience in government and government owned corporations across health, transport and electricity industries. Kristy holds a Bachelor of Business in Human Resource Management from Central Queensland University and is a member of the Australian Human Resources Institute.