Urban Design & Planning (Design & Architecture)
Government - Local (Government & Defence)
Personal and professional development encouragedA supportive workplace with great flexibility and a focus on wellbeingJoin Open Space Planning & Design Team as a Senior Open Space Officer at Banyule City Council. The Open Space Planning and Design team works collaboratively across Council to create well maintained, liveable open spaces where Banyule's local character and environment is protected and enhanced. They are responsible for strategic planning, design and development of Council's public realm such as parks, reserves, playgrounds and trail networks that improve the urban and natural landscape.
About the Role: As Senior Open Space Officer, you will be responsible for the following:
Undertake senior strategic planning and projects for Council's public open space and associated facilities.Facilitate collaboration opportunities to foster relationships within the organisation and industry.Provide specialist advice and feedback to ensure the delivery of Banyule's parks and open spaces to set our city to be a thriving climate resilient and liveable city.Skills, experience and certificates: Degree or diploma in parks urban design, planning, landscape architecture, urban design or other discipline relevant to the planning of public open space and/or extensive relevant experience in a similar role.Demonstrated experience in the management and delivery of diverse projects including demonstrated experience in working with multi-disciplinary teams and managing consultants, delivering effective results.Proven high-level analytical and conceptual skills and demonstrated experience in solving complex issues related to open space networks and environmental management.Demonstrated experience with developing and implementing organisation-wide policies.Exceptional writing skills, ideally with experience writing Council reports, policies or similar.Well-developed stakeholder consultation and engagement skills, with the ability to design and undertake effective consultation plans with internal and external stakeholders, including community groups.Technical knowledge in relation to public realm improvements.Technical knowledge in relation to sustainable design practices within the built and natural environment.Experience in contemporary design practices.Mandatory Pre-employment screenings: Current Driver's LicenceHow to apply: For more information about this position please view the position description. To discuss your suitability, we encourage you to contact Joe Doak Email: [email protected] for a confidential conversation.
Applications close: Tuesday, 5 November 2024 at 11:45 PM Why choose Banyule? Banyule City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer; we value diversity and inclusion, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support, or access requirement, we encourage you to inform us through your application or email [email protected].
Our Values: Our employees align their careers with Banyule because they share our values of respect, integrity, responsibility, initiative, and inclusion. They thrive in our strong learning and development culture, and the positive way we work in partnership with the community.
We offer: Genuine work-life balance and generous leave arrangementsMonthly and fortnightly RDO (depending on work area and full-time employment)18 weeks of paid parental leave - primary carer. 2 weeks of paid parental leave – partner (Eligibility - An employee who has had 12 months continuous service)Study assistance (permanent employees)Award-winning learning and development opportunitiesHealth and well-being initiatives including Fitness PassportDiversity Statement: Our community is made up of diverse cultures, beliefs, abilities, bodies, sexualities, ages, and genders. We are committed to access, equity, participation, and rights for everyone: principles that empower, foster harmony, and increase the well-being of an inclusive community.
Acknowledgement of the Traditional Custodians: Banyule City Council is proud to acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people as Traditional Custodians of the land and we pay respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders, past, present and emerging, who have resided in the area and have been an integral part of the region's history.
Banyule City Council endorses the Uluru Statement from the Heart in full and accepts the invitation to walk with First Nations peoples, to a better future for us all.
Child Safe Standards Statement of Commitment: Banyule City Council is a child-safe organisation committed to the safety and well-being of children.
Council has a zero tolerance for child abuse. All allegations and safety concerns will be treated seriously and acted upon. As a child-safe organisation we are committed to providing a child-safe environment where children feel safe, are empowered, valued and protected. Council will actively listen to children, ensuring their voices are heard and considered in decisions that affect their lives.
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