Senior Landscape Officer

Camden Council; Camden; Hybrid; AUD 100,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking in central location

Hybrid work arrangements

Health program with free flu shots,肌肤检

Gym Membership & Fitness Passport

Flex leave provisions

Job summary

Camden Council is seeking a Senior Landscape Officer to enhance urban canopy and green infrastructure across a fast-growing NSW community.

You will advise on landscape design, planning assessment and arboriculture while working in a collaborative Urban Forest Services team. Hybrid work options and a 35-hour week are offered with strong career development support.

Qualifications

• Ter tiary degree qualification in related landscape field and extensive experience.
• Strong knowledge of landscape architecture, urban design, and vegetation management.
• Ability to provide specialist technical advice on landscape and urban canopy matters.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist technical advice on landscape design, tree and vegetation management.
• Contribute to planning and development assessment to support urban canopy goals.
• Lead or mentor projects within Urban Forest Services and coordinate with stakeholders.

Skills

Landscape design advice

Tree management

Vegetation management

Urban canopy

Communication & stakeholder engagement

Education

Tertiary degree qualification, together with extensive relevant experience in Landscape Architecture, Environmental Planning, Urban Design, Arboriculture or a related discipline

Tools

GIS

Asset management systems

Landscape design software

Graphic design software

Job description

SALARY: $99,839 - 114,434 p.a + Super+ LeasebackVehicle

Work Type:Permanent Full Time

Enjoya 35-hour working week

Flexibilitythrough Flex leave provisions and hybrid work arrangements

Healthprogramincluding free flu vaccinations, skin checks and health andwellbeing leave options

Freeparking in a central location with a modern building with latesttechnology

Joinan organisation committed to offering and supporting professional careerdevelopment

CorporateGym Membership available & Fitness Passport

Shape the future of Camden's urban landscape.

Camden Council is seeking an experienced and passionateSenior Landscape Officer to play a key role in protecting and enhancing oururban canopy and green infrastructure network.

Working within our Urban Forest Services team, you willprovide specialist technical advice on landscape design, developmentassessment, urban forestry and environmental outcomes, helping to createconnected, sustainable and liveable spaces for our growing community.

This is a unique opportunity to influence the long-termcharacter and environmental sustainability of one of Australia'sfastest-growing local government areas while working with a collaborative teamcommitted to innovation, partnership and excellence.

Don’t miss out on being part of something great by joiningan evolving, rapidly growing, adaptive and innovative organisation.

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!

Tertiary degree qualification, together with extensive relevant experience in Landscape Architecture, Environmental Planning, Urban Design, Arboriculture or a related discipline

Demonstrated ability to provide specialist technical advice on landscape design, tree management, vegetation management, and urban canopy matters

Extensive knowledge of relevant legislation, planning controls, Australian Standards, and industry best practice relating to landscape assessment, tree management and urban forest outcomes

Demonstrated experience using GIS, asset management systems, landscape design software, graphic design software, or other spatial and technical applications relevant to the role

Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritise competing demands, and mentor and provide technical guidance while contributing effectively to a collaborative, high-performing multidisciplinary team

Demonstrated communication, stakeholder engagement, negotiation and conflict resolution skills with the ability to exercise sound judgement and make informed recommendations

Current Class C Drivers Licence

Experience working in local government, planning, development assessment or regulatory environment

Experience in compliance investigations, tree preservation matters or the resolution of complex vegetation management issues

Demonstrated experience managing consultants, contractors or multidisciplinary projects

Further Information:Tom Britton, Coordinator Urban Forest Services on 02 4653 3***

Closing Date for above position:05/10/2026

Senior Landscape Officer

SALARY: $99,839 - 114,434 p.a + Super+ LeasebackVehicle

Work Type:Permanent Full Time

Enjoya 35-hour working week

Flexibilitythrough Flex leave provisions and hybrid work arrangements

Healthprogramincluding free flu vaccinations, skin checks and health andwellbeing leave options

Freeparking in a central location with a modern building with latesttechnology

Joinan organisation committed to offering and supporting professional careerdevelopment

CorporateGym Membership available & Fitness Passport

Shape the future of Camden's urban landscape.

Camden Council is seeking an experienced and passionateSenior Landscape Officer to play a key role in protecting and enhancing oururban canopy and green infrastructure network.

Working within our Urban Forest Services team, you willprovide specialist technical advice on landscape design, developmentassessment, urban forestry and environmental outcomes, helping to createconnected, sustainable and liveable spaces for our growing community.

This is a unique opportunity to influence the long-termcharacter and environmental sustainability of one of Australia'sfastest-growing local government areas while working with a collaborative teamcommitted to innovation, partnership and excellence.

Don’t miss out on being part of something great by joiningan evolving, rapidly growing, adaptive and innovative organisation.

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!

Tertiary degree qualification, together with extensive relevant experience in Landscape Architecture, Environmental Planning, Urban Design, Arboriculture or a related discipline

Demonstrated ability to provide specialist technical advice on landscape design, tree management, vegetation management, and urban canopy matters

Extensive knowledge of relevant legislation, planning controls, Australian Standards, and industry best practice relating to landscape assessment, tree management and urban forest outcomes

Demonstrated experience using GIS, asset management systems, landscape design software, graphic design software, or other spatial and technical applications relevant to the role

Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritise competing demands, and mentor and provide technical guidance while contributing effectively to a collaborative, high-performing multidisciplinary team

Demonstrated communication, stakeholder engagement, negotiation and conflict resolution skills with the ability to exercise sound judgement and make informed recommendations

Current Class C Drivers Licence

Experience working in local government, planning, development assessment or regulatory environment

Experience in compliance investigations, tree preservation matters or the resolution of complex vegetation management issues

Demonstrated experience managing consultants, contractors or multidisciplinary projects

Further Information:Tom Britton, Coordinator Urban Forest Services on 02 4653 3***

Closing Date for above position:05/10/2026