* Help shape the future of Glen Eira's activity centres, streets and public spaces
* Permanent position | Full time with flexible work options available
* Band 8: $109k-$123k (depending on experience) +12% superannuation
About the role
You will be responsible for shaping the future vision of the Council's public spaces by leading strategy, policy, master planning and project delivery across streetscapes, activity centres and open spaces. The position combines high‐quality urban design thinking with hands‐on project oversight, ensuring initiatives are well‐designed, inclusive, safe, sustainable and financially responsible and delivered to a high standard.
Working collaboratively across Council departments, the role provides expert advice, engages with councillors and the community, oversees consultants and contractors, and ensures excellence in design is achieved from initial concept through to delivery. The role also leads and develops a high‐performing team, manages budgets and governance processes, and ensures projects align with Council plans, statutory requirements and long‐term community outcomes.
Other responsibilities include
* Undertake site visits across the municipality.
* When required, attend Council and community meetings outside of standard business hours
About you
You have confident and decisive leadership with sound judgement and problem‐solving capability and are able to navigate complex technical and community issues within policy, legislative and budgetary frameworks. You bring demonstrated experience managing skilled professionals and consultants, overseeing projects from concept through to construction, and driving continuous improvement and change. You are a highly organised and solutions‐focused individual, who is able to balance competing priorities while delivering outcomes within agreed timeframes. Your collaborative, persuasive and customer‐focused approach enables you to manage challenges, inspire others and contribute positively to Council's strategic objectives.
The following is also required
* A degree in Urban Design, Landscape Architecture, Project Management or related field with substantial relevant experience. Or lesser formal qualification with extensive relevant experience.
* Experience in managing, leading and developing staff and teams.
* Well documented project portfolio demonstrating successful public realm projects, particularly those that have been completed.
Pre‐employment checks
Progressed candidates must undergo pre‐employment screening as a standard procedure which will include:
* Employee Working with Children Check
* New National Police Record Check
* Evidence of right to work in Australia.
Benefits
* Hybrid work environment – Average of 3 days in the office (or pro rata)
* Flexible work options
* A supportive and collaborative team environment where your ideas are welcomed
* Access to paid training and participation in Council's extensive Learning and Development programs
* Reward and recognition programs
* Comprehensive leave entitlements
* Corporate gym memberships at Glen Eira Leisure
Closing date
Sunday May 10 at 11:55 pm
Contact
Matt Slavin, Manager City Futures – 9524 3359 or email mslavin@gleneira.vic.gov.au
Employer of Choice
Glen Eira City Council is a collaborative, values‐based organisation that seeks people who share our community focused values and have a desire to create positive local impact.
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