Recreation Planner Project Officer

Camden Council; Camden; Hybrid; AUD 112,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leaseback vehicle

35 hour week

Hybrid work arrangements

Health program and wellbeing leave

Central location

Free parking

Career development opportunities

Gym membership

Job summary

Camden Council is seeking two experienced Recreation Planner Project Officers to join our Sport and Recreation team in a permanent, full-time capacity. You will lead planning and scoping of open space, sport and recreation projects, guiding evidence-based research, community consultation and stakeholder engagement to shape Camden's future.

Reporting to the Team Leader Sport & Recreation Planning, you will coordinate inputs across the organisation, manage budgets, and deliver projects aligned

Qualifications

• Degree qualifications and relevant experience in Recreation, Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, Planning or equivalent related field
• Demonstrated relevant experience in sport and recreation planning and policy development
• Demonstrated experience in delivering passive and active recreation infrastructure
• Demonstrated experience in managing community and stakeholder engagement at various levels throughout the planning and design process
• Good analytical, creative thinking, negotiation, conflict resolution and problem-solving skills that lead to innovative and effective solutions in a changing environment
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to apply EEO, WHS and ethical practice principles and to act with probity at all times
• Current Drivers Licence
• Experience delivering projects within a structured project management framework
• Experience in a local government environment
• Knowledge and understanding of legislative and regulatory frameworks
• Appropriate research, reporting and computer skills
• Demonstrated project and resource management skills

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, development and scoping of open space, sport and recreation projects that respond to the needs of our growing community.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary inputs, manage project scoping and budgets, and ensure projects are aligned to Council's objectives and Project Management Framework.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Ethical practice

Driver's licence

WHS

Education

Degree qualifications in Recreation related field

Job description

SALARY: $112,191 - 128,537 p.a. + Super + Leaseback vehicle

Work Type: Permanent Full Time

• Enjoy a 35 hour working week
• Fully maintained leaseback vehicle
• Flexibility through Flex leave provisions and hybrid work arrangements
• Health program including free flu vaccinations, skin checks and health and wellbeing leave options
• Central location with a modern building with latest technology
• Ample free parking, close to shops and services
• Join an organisation committed to offering and supporting professional career development
• Corporate Gym Membership available & Fitness Passport

Camden Council is seeking two experienced and motivated Recreation Planner Project Officers to join our high-performing Sport and Recreation team.

Reporting to the Team Leader Sport and Recreation Planning, these roles are responsible for leading the planning, development and scoping of open space, sport and recreation projects that respond to the needs of our growing community. You will play a key role in shaping the future of Camden through the preparation of plans, strategies and business cases, supported by evidence-based research, community consultation and stakeholder engagement.

Working across the organisation and with external partners, you will coordinate multidisciplinary inputs, manage project scoping and budgets, and ensure projects are aligned to Council's strategic objectives and Project Management Framework prior to handover for delivery.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a diverse portfolio of projects from local open space improvements to major recreation and sporting infrastructure while influencing long-term sport and recreation outcomes for one of the fastest growing communities in NSW.

Join a collaborative, innovative and community-focused team that is passionate about delivering high-quality sport and recreation outcomes and creating vibrant, inclusive and sustainable places.

What We Offer

We are committed to offering and supporting development and employment opportunities to help people excel and build a lasting career. We offer generous learning and development opportunities as well as flexi time, access to employee benefits and education assistance.

We promote diversity in the workplace and have a culture that is inclusive, respectful and embraces the unique skills and qualities of all people.

As the community continues to grow, this opportunity will allow you to grow with it!

• Degree qualifications and relevant experience in Recreation, Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, Planning or equivalent related field
• Demonstrated relevant experience in sport and recreation planning and policy development
• Demonstrated experience in delivering passive and active recreation infrastructure
• Demonstrated experience in managing community and stakeholder engagement at various levels throughout the planning and design process
• Good analytical, creative thinking, negotiation, conflict resolution and problem-solving skills that lead to innovative and effective solutions in a changing environment
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to apply EEO, WHS and ethical practice principles and to act with probity at all times
• Current Drivers Licence
• Experience delivering projects within a structured project management framework
• Experience in a local government environment
• Knowledge and understanding of legislative and regulatory frameworks
• Appropriate research, reporting and computer skills
• Demonstrated project and resource management skills

Please note this position requires background checks to be completed, which may include (but not limited to), qualification checks and pre-employment medicals.

Further Information: Tim Whiticker, Team Leader Sport & Recreation Planning, (02) 4653 3***

Closing Date for above position: 26/10/2026