General Manager Parks

Logan City Council; Logan City; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary from executive level with car?

Hybrid flexible working arrangements

Discounted memberships at Logan Leisur

Corporate discount with BUPA

Employee Assistance Program

Novated leasing

Job summary

Logan City Council is seeking an accomplished and forward-thinking leader to guide the strategic direction and performance of its Parks Branch. This executive role oversees planning, design, capital delivery, operations, maintenance and asset management of parks, cemeteries and roadside landscapes.

You will lead a diverse workforce across multiple sites, delivering high-quality services, financial stewardship and stakeholder engagement at the council level.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated senior leadership experience within a large, diverse and complex operational environment.
• Proven capability in strategic planning, capital delivery and asset management.
• Strong financial and budget management skills across large portfolios.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication with elected members and partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic direction and performance of Logan's Parks Branch.
• Oversee planning, design, capital delivery, operations, maintenance and asset management of parks, cemeteries and roadside landscapes.
• Provide leadership for financial performance, customer service and organisational culture within the Branch.
• Build and maintain relationships with Councillors, leadership teams, employees, and external partners.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Asset management

Financial management

Contract management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Engineering/ Landscape Architecture/ Construction PM qualification

Job description

Lead a diverse, city-shaping portfolio and transform how Logan plans,

delivers and manages its parks and open spaces.

Logan City Council is seeking an accomplished and forward-thinking leader to guide the strategic direction and performance of its Parks Branch.

This is a diverse and highly visible leadership role with end-to-end responsibility for the planning, design, capital delivery, operations, maintenance and strategic asset management of Logan's parks, bushland, cemeteries and roadside landscapes. The role also provides overall leadership for the Branch's financial performance, customer service, organisational culture and service delivery.

Reporting to the Executive General Manager, Community and Lifestyle, the General Manager, Parks will set the Branch's strategic direction, priorities and objectives, while providing expert advice to Council and organisational leadership on contemporary parks planning, capital delivery, operations and maintenance.

About the role

Leading a diverse workforce across multiple operational sites, you will bring together strategic planning, frontline service delivery and asset stewardship to deliver high-quality outcomes for the City of Logan.

You will oversee a significant and varied portfolio encompassing:

• park planning, design and long-term strategic asset management
• capital works and project delivery
• parks, bushland, cemeteries and roadside landscape operations and maintenance
• contract management and service delivery partnerships
• financial management, business planning, governance and risk
• workforce leadership, culture, safety and capability
• community, stakeholder and elected member engagement.

This role requires a leader who can operate confidently across all levels of the organisation. You will be equally comfortable presenting complex or sensitive matters to Council and elected members, engaging with senior leaders and external partners, and connecting authentically with frontline and operational employees across a multi-site environment.

You will build strong relationships with Councillors, Council's leadership team, employees, contractors, community representatives and other key stakeholders, providing clear and timely advice on emerging issues, complex projects and service priorities while ensuring stakeholders remain informed of the Branch's progress and achievements.

You are a dynamic, visible and adaptable leader who can translate strategy into practical delivery. You bring strong commercial and operational judgement, an ability to lead through complexity and change, and a genuine commitment to building capable teams and delivering high-quality services for the community.

Requirements of the role:

• A relevant tertiary qualification in a field such as Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Construction Project Management or a related discipline is preferred.
• Demonstrated senior leadership experience within a large, diverse and complex operational environment.
• Strong commercial and operational capability, with experience managing significant budgets, assets, contracts and competing priorities.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary and geographically dispersed teams, building a safe, accountable and high-performing culture.
• Demonstrated capability in strategic planning, capital delivery, asset management and operational service delivery.
• Highly developed stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to provide clear and considered advice on complex and sensitive matters.
• Current Queensland "C" Class Driver's Licence
• Completion of relevant working rights, background checks including finance check, National Police History Check and Working with Children Card BlueCard.

Why choose Logan City Council?

At Logan City Council, we're not just running a city - we're shaping its future. We are a contemporary local government with a clear sense of purpose, focused on delivering exceptional service and value for money for our community.

Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your work contributes to something bigger. When you join us, you'll feel connected to your purpose, your team and the people of Logan.

We believe that when our people thrive, our city thrives. That's why we've built a workplace culture that champions collaboration, growth and wellbeing. Here's what you can look forward to:

• Salary from: Executive level salary plus car allowance
• Flexibility that supports your success - we support work-life balance with hybrid flexible working arrangements designed to help you thrive.
• Wellbeing that works for you - stay active and healthy with discounted memberships at Logan Leisure Centres, access to the Fitness Passport program, and a corporate discount with BUPA.
• Perks that go further - make the most of your income with salary packaging options, including novated leasing.
• Development to support your future - grow your skills and advance your career with access to ongoing learning and development opportunities tailored to support your professional journey.
• Support when it matters - our Employee Assistance Program provides free, confidential counselling to help you navigate life's challenges and support your wellbeing.
• Connect and belong - be part of our active social club and enjoy opportunities to build relationships and connect with colleagues across the organisation.

Who we are and the community we serve

The City of Logan is young, diverse, and growing fast - and we are growing with it. Home to more than 400,000 residents from over 230 cultures, it is a place where community spirit thrives and every voice matters.

As one of the largest and most diverse councils in Queensland, we are home to big picture thinkers, community focused leaders and dedicated professionals who care deeply about the community we serve. From delivering essential services and building new infrastructure to supporting local businesses and creating inclusive spaces, we are here to make life better for everyone who calls Logan home.

As a Council employee, you will be part of that mission - helping shape the future of a city where people, places and opportunities can thrive.