Coordinator Open Spaces Strategy

Clarence Valley Council; South Grafton; Remote; AUD 109,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leaseback vehicle

Fitness passport

Flexible work options

Job summary

Clarence Valley Council is seeking an experienced and motivated professional to lead the strategic planning, development and delivery of initiatives that enhance parks, sporting facilities, open spaces and community infrastructure.

Working within the Open Spaces & Facilities team, you will coordinate strategies, masterplans, asset management plans and capital works projects, collaborating with community groups, government agencies and contractors to deliver practical, sustainable outcomes.

Qualifications

• Collaborative and solutions-focused professional with experience in open space planning and management.
• Strong communication, stakeholder engagement and project delivery skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate development of strategies, masterplans, asset management plans and capital works projects for open spaces.
• Collaborate with community groups, government agencies, contractors and internal stakeholders to deliver practical and sustainable outcomes.
• Lead strategic planning and ensure translation of priorities into actionable initiatives.

Job description

What you need to know...

• permanent full time - 70 hours per fortnight
• the package: $108,853 to $129,809 plus superannuation per annum
• location: South Grafton, NSW
• flexible work options for a healthy work/life balance
• enjoy the benefits of flex time
• access to leaseback vehicle
• access to fitness passport

About the role

Are you passionate about creating public open spaces that improve community wellbeing?

Clarence Valley Council is seeking an experienced and motivated professional to lead the strategic planning, development and delivery of initiatives that enhance our diverse network of parks, sporting facilities, open spaces and community infrastructure.

Working within the Open Spaces & Facilities team, you will coordinate the development of strategies, masterplans, asset management plans and capital works projects that help shape the future of open spaces across the Clarence Valley. You will also work closely with community groups, government agencies, contractors and internal stakeholders to deliver practical and sustainable outcomes for our communities.

About You

You will be a collaborative and solutions-focused professional with experience in open space planning and management. You will possess strong communication, stakeholder engagement and project delivery skills, together with the ability to translate strategic priorities into practical outcomes.

Why Join Us?

Shape the future of parks, recreation facilities and open spaces across the Clarence Valley.

Lead projects that create lasting benefits for our communities.

Work within a supportive and collaborative team environment.

Access to a leaseback vehicle as part of the role.

Enjoy the lifestyle benefits of living and working in the Clarence Valley.

Closing date

Tuesday 20 October 2026 at 11.30 pm (NSW time).

Other important information

This position is located at Council's Rushforth Road Works Depot however, this may change should business needs identify other work locations to be more appropriate to deliver our services in the future.

A probation period applies to this position.

Council is an EEO employer and First Nations people are encouraged to apply.

Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.