About the role

As an Open Space Planning Project Officer at Yarra Ranges Council, you will support the development and delivery of strategic open space planning initiatives, contributing to master plans, capital works projects, and grant applications that shape vibrant, accessible public spaces. You’ll conduct research, engage with the community, and provide informed advice while ensuring smooth coordination across teams, stakeholders, and funding bodies. With a strong focus on collaboration, communication, and customer service, this position plays a key role in enhancing the liveability and sustainability of our open spaces.

This role is full-time permanent (38 hours per week).

This is a Band 5 role with a salary range between $78,146 and $ 90,979 per annum, plus superannuation.

Support work-life balance with a fortnightly or monthly rostered day off and hybrid working arrangements.

Experience and skills we’re looking for

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Proven research and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and provide informed advice on public open space matters.

Excellent written communication, capable of contributing to strategic documents, reports, grant applications, and community engagement materials.

Effective project coordination, assisting the management of timelines, milestones, and deliverables across multiple open space planning initiatives.

Stakeholder engagement skills, representing Council at meetings and building strong relationships with community and external partners.

Team collaboration, contributing to shared goals, supporting colleagues, and fostering a positive team environment.

Strong organisational skills, managing competing priorities, administrative tasks, and financial processes efficiently.

If you have some but not all these skills or experience, we still encourage you to apply. Especially if you have the right attitude and willingness to learn.

How to apply

Please ensure you submit your application via our jobs portal by clicking ‘Apply’. Include a resume and cover letter with your application. In your cover letter, tell us about your experience, skills, and why you would like to work with us here at Yarra Ranges Council.

Applications close 11.59pm, Tuesday 29 July 2025.

Contact person: Angelique Miller, Coordinator Open Space Strategy and Planning, 03 9294 6868.

If you need support with your application or have accessibility needs, please call the contact person above or email us at [email protected].

Applicants who progress past the interview stage must complete pre-employment checks. These checks will include a Police Check, plus a Working with Children Check.

About Yarra Ranges Council

Yarra Ranges Council committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is welcome. We encourage people of all genders, cultures, backgrounds, and abilities to apply for jobs with us. We support flexible work arrangements, including full-time, part-time, hybrid, and job-sharing options to meet your needs and suit your life.

Yarra Ranges Council is a child safe organisation and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people in our community. We are committed to protecting children from abuse in accordance with the Victorian Child Safe Standards.