Parks Planning Project Officer

Be part of a passionate, collaborative team dedicated to creating spaces that matter. Enjoy a role where your work directly improves community health and wellbeing. Hybrid work, Officer location 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 Help shape the future of our parks and open spaces by contributing to projects that promote community health and wellbeing and create wonderful, enjoyable, and sustainable places for everyone to connect, play, and relax. In this role, you’ll manage a diverse range of projects— from playgrounds, outdoor exercise areas and other amenities within the passive reserves—while engaging with the community to ensure spaces reflect local needs. You’ll work in a small, collaborative team where your expertise and autonomy are valued, and you’ll be supported and mentored to deliver projects that make a real difference. You Will Make an Impact By Leading community engagement to ensure projects reflect local needs and aspirations. Identifying funding opportunities, preparing grant submissions, and managing agreements. Collaborating with internal teams and stakeholders to deliver high-quality outcomes. Contribute to master plans, strategies, and policies for passive reserves and open space assets. What You Will Bring Demonstrated experience in local government or similar environment. Excellent project management and organisational skills. Proven ability to manage multiple projects, including planning, and consultation. Strong skills in community engagement and stakeholder collaboration. Knowledge of open space planning principles, standards, and guidelines. Ability to work autonomously while contributing to a small, supportive team. 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 uploading your resume and a brief cover letter demonstrating your suitability to the role. For further information regarding the role please contact Avigaile Riola, Team Leader – Parks Planning on 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 . 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr