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.
• Part time 3 days per week
• Hybrid work Officer location
• $93538 - $110828 super (pro rata)

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.

Were 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 bycontributing toprojects that promote community health and wellbeingand create wonderful enjoyable and sustainable places for everyone to connect play and this roleyoullmanage a diverse range of projectsfrom playgroundsoutdoor exercise areasand other amenitieswithinthepassive reserveswhile engaging with the community to ensure spaces reflect local in a small collaborative team where yourexpertiseand autonomy are valued andyoullbe 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.
• Identifyingfunding opportunities preparing grant submissions and managing agreements.
• Collaborating with internal teams and stakeholders to deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Contribute tomasterplans 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 planningand 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 Councils 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 .

To apply

• Please complete the online application form including uploading your resume and a brief cover letterdemonstratingyour suitability to the role.
• Applications close 30th November 2025
• For further informationregardingthe role please contactAvigaile RiolaTeam Leader - ParksPlanningonor refer to the position description.

Cardinia Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer committed toan 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 toadviseus at the time of application by contacting us on.

All successful applicants willbe requiredto 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.