Open Space and Recreation Planner
Public Sector People ·www.search-4.com.au
Apply directLooking for your next opportunity in open space planning?
Public Sector People are partnering with a metropolitan Melbourne council to recruit an experienced Strategic Open Space Planner for a long-term contract through to approximately June 2027.
This is an exciting opportunity to work on a significant urban renewal precinct, helping shape the future delivery of public open space, recreation facilities and community infrastructure.
About the Role You will:
- Develop strategic open space and recreation planning
- Help determine future open space and facility requirements
- Contribute to concept designs, masterplans and precinct planning
- Provide strategic and design input into future public spaces
- Manage projects and external consultants
- Work closely with Council, government and community stakeholders
- Prepare clear reports, strategies and presentations
- Experience in strategic open space planning
- A background in landscape architecture, landscape design, urban design or planning
- Strong project management and strategic thinking skills
- Experience developing plans, strategies or masterplans
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
- Government experience highly regarded
- Band 7 Role
- 8–9 month contract
- Opportunity to work on a major Melbourne urban renewal precinct
- High-impact strategic planning and design work
- Collaborative Local Government environment
Apply today or contact Narule Stewart at Public Sector People for a confidential discussion on 0430 024 776 or email nstewart@publicsectorpeople.com.au
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Where is the Open Space and Recreation Planner job located?
The Open Space and Recreation Planner role with Public Sector People is based in VIC - Melbourne, VIC, AU.
What does the Open Space and Recreation Planner role pay?
Public Sector People lists the Open Space and Recreation Planner role at AUD 56–65 per hour.
Is the Open Space and Recreation Planner role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Public Sector People.
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