Mike Waterland

Mike Waterland is the General Manager of Local Buy. With over nine years of senior leadership experience at Peak Services and now Local Buy, Mike has been a transformative force, driving business improvement and strategic growth.

Since joining Local Buy in early 2023, Mike has drawn on his extensive background in strategy development, technology, and commercial management to revolutionise the operations and service delivery of the organisation. His leadership is marked by a strong commitment to customer focus, team development, and sustainable growth, positioning Local Buy as a leader in procurement.

Mike’s pragmatic, common-sense approach allows him to translate strategic intent into actionable programs, consistently identifying and implementing opportunities for improvement. His deep understanding of the Queensland Local Government market, coupled with a proven track record in delivering large-scale change programs, underscores his role as a pivotal leader dedicated to advancing Local Buy's mission of providing innovative procurement solutions that benefit local communities.