Shape the future of our parks, play spaces and recreation network. In this leadership role, you’ll drive strategic projects, influence the city’s open space planning, and help create places that support active, healthy and connected communities.
- Lead the strategic planning and delivery of Council’s open space, parks, sports precincts and recreation network.
- Deliver master planning, capital works and renewal projects that enhance community recreation spaces.
- Provide specialist advice on open space planning, recreation infrastructure and urban greening.
- Lead and develop a high-performing team to deliver quality outcomes and continuous improvement.
- Build strong partnerships with government agencies, sporting organisations, community groups and internal stakeholders.
- Prepare strategic reports and advice to support decision-making by executive management and elected members.
- Qualifications in planning, landscape architecture, recreation management, sports management or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Experience in strategic open space and recreation planning and management.
- Experience delivering capital works projects, including project management and contract administration.
- Strong leadership skills with experience developing and supporting high-performing teams.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and project management skills.
- National Police Check Certificate dated within 6 months prior to commencement.
- Base salary between $109,983.20 and $126,537.38 (depending on skills and experience) + 13.5% superannuation
- Permanent and full-time
- Monthly rostered day off
We care about your wellbeing and work–life balance. Enjoy a central location, leave loading, purchased leave options, and staff perks like flu shots, skin check reimbursement, EAP counselling, and training opportunities.
Apply via – City of Clarence and include:
- your current resume
- a 1-2 page cover letter outlining your experience, skills, and suitability for the role.
Important: Applications submitted directly through SEEK won’t be considered. Please lodge your application via Jobs – City of Clarence.
If you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact the Recruitment team at [email protected].
We’re dedicated to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, and we actively support their participation as valued members of our community.
Council has zero tolerance for child or youth abuse and harm. We prioritise safety in every interaction and report any conduct of concern. You can read more in our Safeguarding Children and Youth Policy and Code of Conduct.
To be offered this position, you’ll need to complete and satisfactorily pass a pre-employment assessment process. This includes (but isn’t limited to) a WWVP check, conviction checks, identification checks, and checks relating to any prior disciplinary action.
We’re also an equal opportunity employer and a smoke-free workplace. Please note that random alcohol and drug testing forms part of employment with Clarence City Council.
Applications close at 9.00am on Wednesday, 19 August 2026.
