Open Space Planner

7 days ago


Geelong, Australia City of Greater Geelong Full time

**Open Space Planner**:
**Job no**: 499569
**Work type**: Temporary Full Time
**Classification**: Band 6 ($92,971 - $100,286 pa)
**Categories**: Town & Statutory Planning, Urban Design & Planning

**About the role**
In this role, you will contribute to the development, review and implementation of public open space policies, and strategies for all aspects of the City’s open public space network and associated facilities.

**Work type: Temporary full time (12 months)**
**Classification**: Band 6 ($92,971- $100,286 pa plus super)

Key responsibilities include:

- Assist with the coordination of feedback on planning referrals and landscape plans from the various City of Greater Geelong departments responsible for management of assets within open space.
- Provide specialist advice and interpretation of legislative and regulatory requirements pertaining to the planning and development of open space networks and recreation services.
- Work closely with internal departments and external stakeholders to ensure the implementation of Council policy, strategies and standards relating to public open space is afforded a high priority in the planning and development of Growth Areas and urban infill development.
- Review, provide advice on and endorse public open space master plans and landscape plans required under planning permit conditions.
- Project manage internal and external stakeholders in the planning and delivery of projects within public open space.

**About you**
To be successful in this role, you will have a tertiary qualification in town planning, urban design, recreation planning, landscape architecture or a related field with relevant experience.

Essential Experience:

- Demonstrated experience in the development, implementation and advocacy of policy and strategies relating to land management.
- Theoretical and practical knowledge of town planning legislation and statutory planning processes relevant to open space planning.
- A sound knowledge of contemporary recreation and open space trends and issues.
- Demonstrated ability to collect, analyse and interpret data from a range of sources, to inform policy development and planning decisions
- Demonstrated ability to develop positive professional relationships a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
- Experience in project management and infrastructure delivery.

**Child Safety Responsibilities**
We are committed to being a child-safe organisation and have zero-tolerance for child abuse. We have specific policies, procedures, and mandatory training in place to support employees, volunteers, and contractors to achieve and adhere to these commitments. Please read our Child Safe Standards Management Policy.

**Diversity and Inclusion**

**We are the City**
From parks to offices, childcare centres to works depots, leisure facilities to the Wool Museum and waterfront, our team plays a vital role in shaping our vibrant and growing community. Our community counts on us to get the essentials right while looking for ways to go beyond. By listening, collaborating, and focusing on sustainability, we strive to do the basics brilliantly and create a lasting impact. If you’re ready to be part of something bigger, join us in shaping the future of Geelong.

We support accessibility and encourage discussions about any adjustments or support you may need during the recruitment process.

**Applications and Enquiries**
- We collect demographic data to help us learn who our advertisements are reaching and how we can reach an even more diverse audience. We are committed to building a more diverse team. Your responses to our demographic questions are strictly confidential and will not be individually shared._

**Advertised**: 28 Feb 2025 12:00 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time
**Applications close**: 10 Mar 2025 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time



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