About The Role
As Senior Planning Officer (Open Space Network Planning) you will be part of the Open Space and Facilities team who are responsible for both strategic and infrastructure level planning for Ipswich's many and diverse parks and sports facilities. Your focus will be on providing specialist planning advice and services concerning the development and implementation of strategies, plans and policies for council's open space network.
Some of your key responsibilities will include:
* Deliver advice and services to shape the long-term investment in, and sustainable development of council's open space network, ensuring performance is in line with council's corporate objectives, performance standards, and financial policies.
* Build strong, ethical, and collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders, maintaining communication regarding service delivery and impacts on stakeholders.
* Provide specialised input, advice and coordination into council and state government strategies, plans and policies and other corporate planning that relate to open space and facilities.
* Lead and coordinate the development and review of strategies, policies, procedures, plans and guidelines associated with strategic planning for council's open space network.
View the position description for more details about the role.
About You
To be successful in this role you will have:
* Professional tertiary qualifications in Landscape Architecture, Urban Design or a related field.
* Extensive experience in strategic and local open space planning, landscape design and urban design, preferably in a local government environment.
* Extensive knowledge of best practices, legislation, regulations, policies, standards and guidelines relating to open space planning, landscape architecture, urban design, town planning principles and infrastructure investment.
* Substantial experience in providing high-level advice, developing policies and strategies and providing direction and coordinating open space planning and design related issues.
* Desired Qualities – leadership, team centric, community focused.
* Belief in our values of safety and wellbeing, communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency and leadership.
About The Benefits
This is a permanent position, with a salary commencing at $121,909 plus 12.5% superannuation.
* Positive workplace culture: Be part of a team that values positivity, inclusivity and a supportive environment where everyone can thrive
* Work/Life balance: Flex time and a supportive approach to work/life balance to maintain your well-being while fulfilling your work ambitions
* Diversity and inclusion: Work with a diverse workforce where different ideas and perspectives lead to innovation and better decision making
* Learning and development: Experience ongoing learning, development and career opportunities to enhance your skills, expertise and knowledge of industry trends
* Health and well-being: Access to discounted gym memberships, employee assistance program and special events supporting your physical and mental health
* Leave options: Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading, cultural leave and other leave options
* Salary packaging: Tailor a variety of salary packaging options to your needs such as financial advice, income protection insurance, professional memberships, novated leases and more
About Us
Ipswich is a dynamic blend of rich heritage, proud communities, diverse landscapes, and a lively energy all contributing to a region full of liveability and opportunity. It is the state's fastest growing city and one of the oldest provincial cities.
Ipswich City Council contributes to our vibrant and growing region with teams operating across various industries delivering services to the community and creating our vision:
'Ipswich, a city of opportunity for all. Join us.'
We have a workplace culture built on our values of safety and wellbeing, communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership. Come and join us in shaping the future of the city and its people.
Join us
If you share our values and are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for the Ipswich community, then this could be the role for you.
Please apply online and submit:
* A cover letter of no more than 2 pages describing how your skills and experience will assist in meeting the requirements of this role
* A resume of no more than 4 pages including current licences/tickets/qualifications/certificates/visa that you hold
Closing date: 23 February 2026
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Pre Employment Screening:
Successful applicants must agree to provide information for pre-employment screening including referee checks, validation of eligibility to work in Australia, criminal history check and may include health assessments, validation of qualifications and licences and other screening checks.
Ipswich City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer:
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace by supporting equal opportunities regardless of gender, culture, generation, sexual orientation, or disability. We promote a respectful workplace culture that is free from all forms of harassment, workplace bullying, discrimination, and violence.