Band 7 - $109,385 - $122,398 per annum (plus super)

Permanent Full Time

About Us

Located 35km to the southeast of Melbourne, Greater Dandenong City Council covers 129 square kilometres and has a population of over 169,000 people. The central activities district is Melbourne's second largest retail and commercial centre and includes large shopping complexes at Dandenong and Keysborough as well as the highly popular Dandenong Market.

Greater Dandenong City Council is the most culturally diverse locality in Australia, with residents from over 150 different birthplaces, nearly two-thirds of whom were born overseas. Key industries include manufacturing, health care and social assistance, retail trade, wholesale trade and transport.

We are a progressive organisation of exceptional character that offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment to approximately 900 employees. We recognise that our staff are vital to the delivery of excellent service to our community and the achievement of our long-term vision. We invest in the development of our people, and we strive to be a workplace that is respectful, engaged, accountable, creative and honest.

About the role

The City of Greater Dandenong is undertaking a major transformation of its Parks Services Department, and are excited to offer a newly created leadership role that will shape the delivery of sports field, play space, and active recreation asset maintenance across the city. As part of a broader restructure, this is a rare opportunity to join the team at a pivotal moment—bringing fresh energy, ideas and leadership to a team committed to delivering high-quality parks and open space maintenance for our community.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a new team from the ground up—managing service contracts, developing maintenance programs, and working collaboratively across Council to improve the safety, quality, and presentation of some of our city's most used public assets. From sportsgrounds, skate parks and synthetic fields to playgrounds and athletics tracks, this role allows you to influence the standard of active spaces that support community connection and participation.

You'll oversee the Sportsgrounds and Park Infrastructure teams and work closely with the Sports and Recreation Unit to align service planning with community expectations and seasonal needs.

About you

You are a skilled and motivated leader with deep expertise in sports turf management and active recreation asset management, and you're energised by the opportunity to build a team and shape a new approach to open space delivery.

You bring proven experience leading teams, managing turf maintenance and parks infrastructure programs, and developing strong relationships across departments and contractors. With excellent communication and problem-solving skills, you're comfortable in a dynamic environment and focused on delivering safe, functional, and high-quality outcomes for the community.

This is your chance to lead, influence, and be part of an exciting evolution in how Council maintains and presents its most valued active open space assets.

Previous applicants who were unsuccessful for this position need not re-apply.

Key requirements:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Sports Turf Management, with extensive experience in turf and active recreation asset maintenance
• Demonstrated leadership in supervising sports turf teams and delivering high-quality maintenance services
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and innovation skills, with a focus on continuous improvement
• Proven ability to manage staff performance, lead change, and implement effective team development strategies
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and time management skills, with strong digital literacy including MS Office and EDRMS systems

Please ensure you address the key selection criteria outlined in the position description as part of your application.

You may be required to undertake practical testing, work preference profiling / psychometric testing, functional capacity assessment (physical) or aptitude testing.

The successful candidate will be asked to produce a clear Working with Children Check and will be asked toconsent to a national police check (and where relevant an 'international criminal history check'), subject to the operation of spent conviction laws. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

Benefits of working with us

Council believes in providing an environment where staff thrive, both in the work they do and in how they learn and develop as people and professionals.

Our workplace has an inclusive and diverse culture which encourages innovation and supports your work and life balance. There are plenty of opportunities to learn, develop and grow your career within our expanding and diverse organisation.

Our benefits include

· Competitive salary

· Salary sacrifice childcare (where available)

· Flexible working options supported including hybrid work

· Access to learning & development programs including study assistance

· Reward & recognition programs

· Health initiatives

· Access to our support and wellbeing programs

· A vibrant social club

For more information about our benefits, please visit our careers page: Working with Us

Council will consider flexible working arrangements for all positions. We embrace our diverse community and encourage applications from everyone including people of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander background, people of diverse sexual orientation and gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people of varied age, ability, and faith. Council will give due consideration to any workplace adjustments to accommodate the needs of any prospective or existing staff member.

Council is commitment to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment and promoting cultural safety and wellbeing for children with zero tolerance for child abuse and harm.

To apply

To apply for this position please complete the online application form including:

· A brief cover letter

· Your resume

· Response to key selection criteria

You will be required to answer selection questions as part of the application process. The selection process also includes the requirement for reference checks

Previous applicants who were unsuccessful for this position need not re-apply.

Position Description: Coordinator Active Parks – 302.4KB

Applications close: 5pm, Tuesday, 15 July 2025

Further information: Matthew Berry, 8571 1713