Coordinator Strategic Planning & Business Systems

Bundaberg Region; Queensland; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

9-day fortnight

Fitness Passport

Uniform allowance

Wellbeing programs

Professional development

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Bundaberg Regional Council is seeking an experienced leader to join the Parks and Natural Areas Branch as Coordinator Strategic Planning & Business Systems. This role provides leadership across strategic planning, governance, asset planning and business systems to deliver integrated, data-informed services that benefit the Bundaberg Region.

You will coordinate consultants, guide capital works, and engage with internal and external stakeholders to shape our community outcomes.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership experience coordinating teams, resources and service delivery functions in a complex environment.
• Experience in strategic planning, business planning, governance and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of asset planning, capital works programs and investment prioritisation.
• Proven ability to build productive relationships, provide specialist advice and engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Tertiary qualifications relevant to strategic planning, landscape architecture, urban design, business management or related field, supported by industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership across strategic planning, governance, asset planning and business systems.
• Coordinate consultants and provide expert advice on parks and open space, recreation facilities and natural areas.
• Drive integrated, planned and data-informed service delivery and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Governance

Stakeholder engagement

Asset planning

Education

Tertiary qualifications in strategic planning or related field

Job description

$105,450 per annum + super + benefits Permanent Full-time Parks and Natural Areas, Infrastructure Operations and Delivery Bundaberg Region

About Us At Bundaberg Regional Council, we are dedicated to building a vibrant and sustainable future for our community. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where individuals from diverse backgrounds and skill sets can thrive. Whether delivering essential services or driving innovative projects, our team is united by a shared commitment to making a meaningful impact. By joining us, you’ll become part of an organisation that values your contributions, supports your growth, and empowers you to help shape a better future for everyone. Uniquely positioned north of Brisbane in Queensland, Australia, the Bundaberg Region is one of Australia’s fastest-growing regional cities and the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef. The Bundaberg Region boasts the most equitable climate in Australia and rates fifth in the world alongside Hawaii. Noted for its environmental excellence, pristine waterways, and proximity to the Great Barrier Reef, the Bundaberg Region showcases everything that nature’s palette can create.

What We Offer

• An attractive remuneration package with options for salary sacrifice and 17.5% leave loading
• 9-day fortnight roster
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Uniform Allowance
• Wellbeing and mental health support programs, including access to our Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities for professional development training and study assistance to support your career growth
• Thrive in a workplace that prioritises a healthy work-life balance within a supportive and friendly team
• Be part of an inclusive and diverse culture where every team member is valued

Discover more about working at Bundaberg Regional Council and the benefits we offer our employees by clicking here .

About The Opportunity

Bundaberg Regional Council is seeking an experienced and strategic leader to join our Parks and Natural Areas Branch as Coordinator Strategic Planning & Business Systems. This key role provides leadership across strategic planning, governance, asset planning and business systems, helping drive a more integrated, planned and data-informed approach to service delivery. The role also coordinates specialist consultants and provides expert advice on parks, open space, recreation facilities and natural areas, ensuring Council delivers sustainable and valued community outcomes. You will play an important role in shaping the future of the Bundaberg Region through strategic asset planning, policy development, capital investment coordination, governance oversight and continuous improvement initiatives.

About You

• Demonstrated leadership experience coordinating teams, resources and service delivery functions in a complex environment.
• Experience in strategic planning, business planning, governance and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of asset planning, capital works programs and investment prioritisation.
• Proven ability to build productive relationships, provide specialist advice and engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Tertiary qualifications relevant to strategic planning, landscape architecture, urban design, business management or related field, supported by industry experience.

The Selection Process

We encourage candidates to advise us of any accommodations they may need to ensure a smooth and inclusive experience throughout our recruitment process and work environment. We are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply. We celebrate our community's rich diversity and are committed to attracting and employing people that represent the community that we serve. We recognise and appreciate the diversity of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive and safe working environment where all employees are valued, respected and supported to achieve their potential.

The preferred candidate will be required to undergo a National Police Check and Pre-Employment Medicals (which may include drug and alcohol testing), as part of the recruitment process.

Applications close on Tuesday 10 November 2026 at 11:59 pm AEST.

The advertisement will be closed either when a successful applicant is identified or on the application close date, whichever is sooner. Thank you for your interest in this position.

To explore all our current opportunities, visit our Careers with Council webpage.

We look forward to receiving your application.