Tasmanian Development Act 1983

For the purposes of this section, the chief executive is absent if he or she – is absent from duty; or is otherwise unable to perform the functions of the office of chief executive; or has died, resigned or been removed from office and a new chief executive has not been appointed.

The Minister may appoint a person who is eligible to be appointed as chief executive to act as chief executive during any or every period during which the chief executive is absent.

An appointment is for such term, not exceeding 6 months, as is specified in the instrument of appointment and may be held in conjunction with State Service employment.

While a person appointed under subsection (2) is acting as chief executive, that person is taken to be the chief executive.

Section 6(1) applies in relation to the appointment of an acting chief executive as if it were an appointment of a chief executive.