Manager Open Space

2 weeks ago

Sydney, Australia City of Canada Bay Full time

Job No: CB17919

Location**:Five Dock, Sydney**
- **Council Leadership Position**:

- **Competitive Salary**:

- **Permanent Position**

The City of Canada Bay is a thriving, colourful community, surrounded by the beautiful bays of Sydney Harbour. The area is also known for its parklands, cycle paths and walkways. City of Canada Bay Council’s values underpin how we operate: We act with integrity; We empower our people; We are respectful; We work together; We innovate.

**About the role**

On a daily basis you will:

- Develop and implement strategic plans for the management and development of open spaces in the council area
- Supervise and manage the Open Space team, including setting goals and objectives, providing training and development opportunities, and conducting performance evaluations
- Coordinate and oversee the maintenance and improvement of open spaces, including the implementation of landscaping and horticultural practices, and the planning and construction of new facilities
- Collaborate with other council departments, external stakeholders, and community groups to ensure the effective use and enjoyment of open spaces by the community
- Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, regulations, and council policies and procedures
- Prepare and manage budgets for the Open Space team and ensure that resources are allocated efficiently and effectively
- Monitor and report on the performance of the Open Space team, including the provision of regular updates to the council and community

**About the person**

We seek a driven person who will bring accountability and a collaborative team approach.

You will have the following:

- Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field, such as parks and recreation management, horticulture, or environmental management
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role, with experience in the management of open spaces, parks, and recreation facilities
- Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to effectively lead and motivate a team
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to plan, organize, and manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong financial management skills, with experience in budget preparation and management
- Current valid driver's license.

**What’s on offer**

We are offering an attractive total remuneration from **$149,869.87 - $172,350.35 + Super.**

The City of Canada Bay also offers excellent employee benefits which include:

- Flexible work arrangements including hybrid work from home arrangements
- Leave benefits (9-day fortnight, 15 days sick/personal leave, 2 days health and wellbeing leave per year, access to Long Service leave after 5 years)
- 18 weeks paid parental leave
- Continuous training, support, and leadership development
- Health and Wellbeing programs (Yoga classes, Fitness Passport, Flu vaccinations, Skin Cancer Checks)

**Want to know more?**

Further information regarding the requirements of this role can be found in the attached Position Description here, alternatively for a confidential discussion please contact Greig Schuetrumpf, Director City Assets on 02 9121 0236.

Please click the below link to learn more about working at City of Canada Bay Council.

**How to apply**
- The City of Canada Bay Council is a Child Safe Organisation that recognises and advocates for the rights of Children and Young People and are committed to a Safe Workplace._
- The successful applicant for this role will be required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or provide evidence of an approved medical contraindication form. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure they are able to meet all requirements in line with Councils COVID Safe Workplace Policy & Procedure (once adopted), WHS requirements and prevailing NSW Public Health Orders._

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