Business Manager Community Facilities

• Lead the strategic management of Goulburn's community facilities and open spaces
• Drive operational excellence and community outcomes through effective leadership
• Play a key role in shaping the future of valued community assets and services

YOUR ROLE
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Business Manager to lead the delivery and strategic management of our community facilities and open spaces. This pivotal role oversees a diverse portfolio including parks, recreation areas, sports fields, cemeteries, aquatic and leisure centres, and public amenities—ensuring these valued community assets are well-managed, sustainable, and accessible for all.

As a key member of the leadership team, you will drive operational excellence, lead a dedicated team, manage budgets and funding agreements, and foster strong community and stakeholder engagement to achieve meaningful outcomes for the Goulburn region.

YOUR HOME
Goulburn Mulwaree Council is located in the Southern Tablelands of New South Wales and is perfectly positioned just two hours from Sydney, an hour from Canberra and just under two hours to the coast – a world rich in heritage, culture, natural beauty and adventure is ready to be explored. Embrace relaxed country living, with city benefits.

The region presents a unique and balanced lifestyle opportunity to enjoy stunning rural landscapes, heritage architecture, contemporary art, modern boutique shopping, relaxed casual dining, affordable housing, excellent schooling options and plenty of fresh air. For more information about living in the region, please visit the Goulburn Australia website.

YOUR WORKING ENVIRONMENT (for eligible employees)

• A commencing annual salary between $165,002 - $185,706 dependent upon skills and experience, inclusive of 12% superannuation.
• Work a 9-day fortnight, based on a 35-hour working week
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements under Council's Flex First Procedure including access to an individualised hours agreement
• Access to a fully maintained leaseback vehicle
• Access to two health and wellbeing leave days for your Christmas break
• Access to three weeks sick leave per year, cumulative where unused
• Access to long service leave after five years of employment
• Salary packaging options available including novated leasing
• Generous paid parental leave arrangements for both parents
• Generous reward and recognition programs and initiatives

YOUR CAREER

• A supportive environment to assist you to reach your career goals
• Access to ongoing professional development and individual development plans
• Ongoing training and support through Council's cultural development program
• Mentoring and coaching programs
• Opportunities for secondments and higher-grade duties arrangements
• Access to e-learning platforms

YOUR WELLBEING

• A suite of health and wellbeing programs offered each year
• Free vaccinations, health checks and staff fitness initiatives
• A supportive and inclusive workplace and culture where your opinion is valued
• Access to a confidential counselling service for you and your family
• A range of mentally healthy workplace initiatives and support from mental health champions

The contact officer for this position is Robert Hughes, Director Assets & Infrastructure on

Applications close
Monday, 1 December 2025
at 5:00pm.
This position is subject to relevant pre-employment checks and all applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia.

Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Child Safe Organisation. We are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.