Coordinator Parks & Social Infrastructure Planning

$124,002 - $146,298 + super + ADO   Hybrid work model, Officer location Be part of a forward-thinking Council committed to best practices and continuous improvement. Opportunity to shape the future of community infrastructure and open spaces. Together, Different Future  As one of the fastest growing municipalities in Victoria, Cardinia Shire Council is a dynamic, progressive, and inclusive local council. Our success lies in working together, doing things differently and preparing for the future.  We’re looking for people who dream big and want to be part of creating meaningful change in our community.  About the opportunity  This is a unique opportunity to step into a leadership position and be pivotal in shaping the future of community infrastructure and open spaces within the Cardinia region. Lead and coordinate the Parks and Social Infrastructure Planning portfolio, ensuring alignment with Council’s strategic directions and delivering optimal community outcomes. You will make an impact by Providing strategic leadership in the planning and development of open space and social infrastructure. Leading and managing a multidisciplinary team, fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture. Overseeing the end-to-end planning process for open space and social infrastructure projects. Developing and implementing strategic plans, policies, and master plans. Driving the planning of capital works projects to enhance community access, participation, and wellbeing. What you will bring Extensive knowledge and experience in open space, parks and recreation, and/or social infrastructure planning and delivery Strong leadership and team management skills. Experience in community infrastructure and open space planning and management. Ability to apply best practice planning principles and quality assurance. Proven track record in contemporary park activation and destination planning. Commitment to increasing community participation and physical activity. Excellent stakeholder engagement and consultation skills. Why work with us  Activity based and hybrid work model.  Opportunities to work on innovative and impactful initiatives that make a real difference to the community.  Professional development opportunities, including training and education programs, and leadership development initiatives.  A commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship, with initiatives to reduce the Council's carbon footprint and promote sustainable practices in the community.  A focus on work-life balance, with programs and initiatives designed to support employees' physical and mental well-being.  Discover these benefits and how we support and value our employees throughout their career journey.  Click here.  To apply  Please complete the online application form, including your resume and a brief cover letter demonstrating your suitability to the role.  Applications close, 17th July 2025For further information regarding the role please contact Michael Casey, Manager Active and Connected Communities on 5943 4495 or refer to the position description.  Cardinia Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment and a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. We welcome applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with a disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore career opportunities with Cardinia Shire Council. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application by contacting us on 1300 787 624.  All successful applicants will be required to undertake a National Police Check and pre-employment medicals. Certain positions may also require a Financial Background Check, Traffic Check or Working with Children Check. You must have valid Australian Working Rights to be considered for this rolePosition Description AUD Officer 3809

Coordinator Parks & Social Infrastructure Planning

  • $124,002 - $146,298 + super + ADO   
  • Hybrid work model, Officer location 
  • Be part of a forward-thinking Council committed to best practices and continuous improvement. 
  • Opportunity to shape the future of community infrastructure and open spaces. 

Together, Different Future  

As one of the fastest growing municipalities in Victoria, Cardinia Shire Council is a dynamic, progressive, and inclusive local council. Our success lies in working together, doing things differently and preparing for the future.  

We’re looking for people who dream big and want to be part of creating meaningful change in our community.  

About the opportunity  

This is a unique opportunity to step into a leadership position and be pivotal in shaping the future of community infrastructure and open spaces within the Cardinia region. Lead and coordinate the Parks and Social Infrastructure Planning portfolio, ensuring alignment with Council’s strategic directions and delivering optimal community outcomes. 

You will make an impact by 

  • Providing strategic leadership in the planning and development of open space and social infrastructure. 
  • Leading and managing a multidisciplinary team, fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture. 
  • Overseeing the end-to-end planning process for open space and social infrastructure projects. 
  • Developing and implementing strategic plans, policies, and master plans. 
  • Driving the planning of capital works projects to enhance community access, participation, and wellbeing. 

What you will bring 

  • Extensive knowledge and experience in open space, parks and recreation, and/or social infrastructure planning and delivery 
  • Strong leadership and team management skills. 
  • Experience in community infrastructure and open space planning and management. 
  • Ability to apply best practice planning principles and quality assurance. 
  • Proven track record in contemporary park activation and destination planning. 
  • Commitment to increasing community participation and physical activity. 
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and consultation skills. 

Why work with us  

  • Activity based and hybrid work model.  
  • Opportunities to work on innovative and impactful initiatives that make a real difference to the community.  
  • Professional development opportunities, including training and education programs, and leadership development initiatives.  
  • A commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship, with initiatives to reduce the Council's carbon footprint and promote sustainable practices in the community.  
  • A focus on work-life balance, with programs and initiatives designed to support employees' physical and mental well-being.  
  • Discover these benefits and how we support and value our employees throughout their career journey.  Click here.  

To apply  

  • Please complete the online application form, including your resume and a brief cover letter demonstrating your suitability to the role.  
  • Applications close, 17th July 2025
  • For further information regarding the role please contact Michael Casey, Manager Active and Connected Communities on 5943 4495 or refer to the position description.  

Cardinia Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment and a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. We welcome applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with a disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore career opportunities with Cardinia Shire Council. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application by contacting us on 1300 787 624.  

All successful applicants will be required to undertake a National Police Check and pre-employment medicals. Certain positions may also require a Financial Background Check, Traffic Check or Working with Children Check. 

You must have valid Australian Working Rights to be considered for this role

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