Recreation & Open Space Planner - Shape Parks & Communities

Mitchell Shire Council; Broadford; On-site; AUD 106,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Learning and development opportunities

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Employee Assistance Program

Values-driven workplace culture

Meaningful community work

Job summary

Mitchell Shire Council in Broadford/Wallan is seeking a Recreation and Open Space Planner to shape parks and outdoor spaces for a growing community. You will lead planning and design from concept through construction, ensuring facilities meet current and future needs.

This role emphasizes collaboration across teams and with community stakeholders. You’ll contribute expert advice on recreation facilities, navigate local government processes and help deliver high-impact projects that enhance

Qualifications

• Experience in planning outdoor spaces and recreation facilities for a growing community.
• Ability to lead planning, strategy and design for parks and open spaces.
• Strong stakeholder engagement with councils, communities and external partners.
• Knowledge of local government planning processes and approvals.
• Proven ability to translate ideas into practical, funded projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and strategy for outdoor spaces across the region.
• Shape neighbourhoods with planning for parks and community spaces.
• Support projects from initial ideas to final design and construction.
• Improve existing parks and public spaces through thoughtful planning.
• Provide expert advice on community spaces, parks and recreation facilities.
• Collaborate with internal teams, external experts and local groups.
• Find creative solutions to meet growing community needs.

Skills

Recreation planning

Parks planning

Strategic planning

Community engagement

Project management

Stakeholder coordination

Local government processes

Job description

Mitchell Shire Council in Broadford/Wallan is seeking a Recreation and Open Space Planner to shape parks and outdoor spaces for a growing community. You will lead planning and design from concept through construction, ensuring facilities meet current and future needs.

This role emphasizes collaboration across teams and with community stakeholders. You’ll contribute expert advice on recreation facilities, navigate local government processes and help deliver high-impact projects that enhance