Open Space Officer

Open Space Officer

Footscray, Australia

Reference: 6921035

• Temporary Part-Time (0.6FTE) to 28 February 2027
• Band 5 ($83,279 - $95,282 pro-rata) + 12% super
• Footscray, Melbourne.

About Us

At Maribyrnong City Council, we are committed to creating a connected, inclusive and thriving community where people feel proud to live, work and visit. Located in Melbourne's vibrant inner west, Maribyrnong is one of Victoria's fastest growing municipalities, celebrated for its diversity, creativity and strong sense of community. We are passionate about delivering innovative services and opportunities that support our residents, businesses and visitors now and into the future.

The Opportunity

In your role as Open Space Officer, you will be responsible for gathering, investigating and analysing data to support the review and development of new and existing masterplans, strategic plans, business cases, and policies that will provide the framework for the provision and management of Council's public open spaces.

In addition to this, you will provide advice and guidance around open space planning issues across the department and organisation, by monitoring and reporting on the management and maintenance standards of open space assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Gather, investigate and analyse data relating to the activities and interests of the community that will inform policies, projects and future open space priorities.
• Support the development, implementation and ongoing monitoring of information systems that inform the availability and quality of open space within the municipality.
• Provide timely accurate information to residents and other agencies on open space issues, facilities and services
• Engage with external agencies, residents, and special interest and community groups
• Represent the Recreation and Open Space team on internal, local and regional initiatives and appropriate forums

About You

To be considered for this role, you will have the following:

• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field.
• Relevant experience within an open space management framework and an understanding of the role of local government in the provision of open space.
• Demonstrated experience in assessing, monitoring and/or designing open spaces and the assets within them.
• Demonstrated experience in community consultation and stakeholder management.

The Recreation and Open Space team is responsible for the provision and strategic management of over 150 open spaces covering more than 300 hectares of land that is home to a broad range of parks, play spaces and sport and recreation facilities in City of Maribyrnong.

We are looking for an appropriately qualified and experienced Open Space Officer to contribute to the work of the Council's Recreation and Open Space team.

Reporting to the Coordinator, Strategy and Policy, this role is integral to supporting the development of open space strategies, policies and plans that will provide for higher quality open spaces across the municipality.

Why Choose Maribyrnong City Council?

• Engage in a meaningful role within a Values driven organisation;
• Work across many functions in a friendly, supportive and professional multidisciplinary team;
• Be part of a flexible and inclusive work environment;
• Enjoy great workplace flexibility, including hybrid working option

If you enjoy working in a diverse community focused environment and are looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference, Apply Now!

How to Apply

To download the PD, and to apply for this job go to: https://maribyrnong.recruitmenthub.com.au/Vacancies & enter ref code: 6921035.

To express your interest in this role, please forward your resume and a cover letter, outlining your relevant experience with reference to the Key Selection Criteria defined in the position description, in support of your application.

Enquiries: Should you have any queries regarding this position, please contact Grant Smethurst, Coordinator Strategy and Policy on 0481 156 161 for a confidential discussion.

Closing Date: 20 August 2026 - 10.00pm

Maribyrnong City Council (Council) is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people and to operating in a manner that complies with its obligations under the Child Wellbeing and Safety Act 2005 and the Victorian Child Safe Standards. Council promotes an organisational culture that embeds within its child safe practices and expects its staff to perform their roles and engage with the community in a manner that is consistent with its child safe practices. To guide expected standards of child safe behaviours of all staff, Council has a Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy.

As part of the appointment process, Council may undertake appropriate child safety pre-screening checks of candidates in accordance with Council Child Safety policies and procedures where appropriate. This may include asking child safety-related questions during interview, conducting relevant checks of the candidate's prior contact with children in employment and/or requiring proof of a valid Working with Children Check prior to commencement.

Council welcomes applications from all interested candidates including from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. Council's recruitment process will be reasonably adapted to ensure all candidates have equitable access to Council's recruitment process and job opportunities.

Applications Close: 20 Aug 2026