The City of Parramatta is going through unprecedented change and transformation as we grow and transform into a Global City. The intensity of growth and investment in City of Parramatta means that Council, their partners, and community have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to shape the City's future and ensure it is culturally, socially, environmentally, and economically sustainable.

About the role

An exciting permanent full-time leadership position is available, working as the Design Coordinator in the Infrastructure Grants and Projects team.

In this role you will be responsible for leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative design solutions for our public and open spaces that contribute to the achievement of Council's strategic goals and community outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage complex, high impact design and urban renewal projects that align with Council's strategic vision, ensuring innovative and effective outcomes.
• Lead the development and delivery of place-based design plans and landscape masterplans, incorporating extensive consultation with stakeholders and future asset owners.
• Provide expert advice on site priorities, resource allocation, and risk management, integrating social, economic, and environmental data into strategic planning.
• Foster strong partnerships and lead multidisciplinary teams, ensuring coordinated project delivery and alignment with Council polices, legislation and community needs.

About You
We are looking for a leader with:

• Degree level qualification in a built environment field or evidence of exceptional experience in a field such as Project Management, Landscape Architecture, Architecture, Urban Design, Planning or Development.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and deliver strategic, design-focused capital projects, driving innovation and achieving measurable outcomes.
• Extensive experience managing consultants, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams on complex and sensitive initiatives.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and change management skills, with a focus on mentoring, collaboration, and guiding innovation in the workplace.
• Expertise in interpreting design plans and integrating social, economic, and environmental data into place-based planning and resource allocation.
• Stakeholder engagement and relationship management, including consultation, partnership building, and customer-focused service delivery.
• Experience in policy development, strategic planning, and performance evaluation, with a commitment to continuous improvement and achieving business results.

What's on offer
We are offering an attractive remuneration from $146,512 to $161,317 plus 12% superannuation.

In addition, City of Parramatta also offers excellent employee benefits which include:

• Free onsite parking and onsite gym
• A range of flexible work arrangements including hybrid WFH arrangements
• 14 weeks paid parental leave
• Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Significant leave benefits (up to 12 days flexi-time, 3 additional leave days at Christmas, 15 days sick/personal leave, 2 days health and wellbeing leave per year)
• Learning and development opportunities
• Health and Wellbeing programs (Fitness Passport, flu shots, etc.)

Participation in Council's Motor Vehicle Scheme will be discussed with the successful applicant.

Want to know more?

Further information regarding the requirements of this role can be found in the attached Position Description.

Alternatively for a confidential discussion please email the Design Manager, Bianca Simpson- [email protected] or call on 0461 272 046.

How to apply

Candidates must apply online attaching a one-page cover letter and resume addressing the essential requirements of this role.

Applications close 5pm, Sunday 10th August 2025 and will not be accepted through any other medium.

This position requires the preferred candidate to undergo a Criminal History Records check. A criminal history does not necessarily disqualify a prospective candidate from selection.

The City of Parramatta supports a Drug and Alcohol-free working environment and employees may be subject to random testing as a result.

Inclusion, Diversity and belonging lies at the heart of how we recruit at the City of Parramatta. We continue to commit to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experiences, and backgrounds. We invite candidates of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, women, ADF veterans, LGBTIQA+ and other culturally diverse groups. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace.

Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights in Australia to apply for this position.