Coordinator Strategic Planning & Business Systems

Bundaberg Regional Council; Sharon; Presencial; AUD 95.000 - 116.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Salary sacrifice

Leave loading 17.5%

9‑day fortnight

Fitness Passport

Wellbeing programs

Study assistance

Work‑life balance

Inclusive culture

Descripción de la vacante

Bundaberg Regional Council is seeking an experienced leader for the Coordinator Strategic Planning & Business Systems role within the Parks and Natural Areas Branch. You will drive strategic planning, governance, asset planning and business systems, coordinating consultants to deliver sustainable community outcomes.

You will shape policy, capital investment coordination and governance oversight while guiding continuous improvement across service delivery in the Bundaberg Region.

Formación

• Experience in strategic planning, governance and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of asset planning, capital works programs and investment prioritisation.
• Proven ability to build productive relationships and engage effectively with stakeholders.
• Experience coordinating teams, resources and service delivery in a complex environment.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications supported by industry experience.

Responsabilidades

• Lead across strategic planning, governance, asset planning and business systems.
• Coordinate consultants and provide expert advice on parks, open space and natural areas.
• Drive integrated, data-informed service delivery and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Shape policy development, capital investment coordination and governance oversight.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Strategic planning

Governance

Asset planning

Stakeholder engagement

Educación

Tertiary qualification in strategic planning or related field

Descripción del empleo

Coordinator Strategic Planning & Business Systems

$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
• 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

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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

To be successful in this role, you will need to demonstrate the following key selection criteria:

• 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.

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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.

Applications that do not meet the above requirements may not be shortlisted. 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.

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For enquiries, please contact *******@bundaberg.qld.gov.au or 1300 883 ***. Please quote job reference BDBRC1695.