Asset Officer – Open Space

Play a key role in the lifecycle planning and strategic management of open space assets

Access hybrid/flexible work arrangements, including WFH and RDO scheme

Salary from $101,201.03 to $109,098.30 p.a. plus 12% Superannuation (Grade I)

Make a Difference Where You Work

Willoughby City Council is seeking an Asset Officer who will be responsible for lifecycle planning of open space assets—including parks, playgrounds, sports facilities, bushland, and streetscapes—while delivering excellent customer service to stakeholders and clients.

Why Join Us?

Meaningful Impact: Shape the long-term sustainability and functionality of diverse and valued Open Space assets across parks, playgrounds, bushland, and streetscapes.

Collaborative Environment: Work in a supportive and community-focused environment that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement in asset management practices.

Carrer Development: Enjoy work-life balance and professional development opportunities within a progressive Council that invests in its people and the quality of public spaces.

About the Role

As the Asset Officer – Open Space, you will:

Coordinate and conduct inspections and data collection for Open Space assets, including condition assessments, service level evaluations, and asset inventories.

Develop lifecycle models, renewal programs, maintenance plans, and acquisition strategies to sustainably manage Open Space assets and reduce service risks.

Support the revaluation and capitalisation of Open Space assets to ensure accurate financial reporting and asset planning.

Prepare and implement Open Space asset management plans.

Maintain and update asset data within Council’s asset management system.

Streamline asset management processes to enhance service efficiency, reduce costs, and optimise asset performance and utilisation.

What You’ll Bring

Tertiary qualifications in landscape management, open space planning, or a related discipline; or demonstrated relevant work experience in a similar field.

Demonstrated knowledge of asset management principles, practices, and systems.

Experience in infrastructure condition auditing, data collection methodologies, and maintenance prioritisation.

Proven ability to work collaboratively within a team and across multi-disciplinary environments.

Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

Ability to analyse and interpret excel effectively

Current Class C Drivers Licence.

Desirable:

Knowledge or Experience in Local or State Government or similar environments

Experience with Technology One and MapInfo.

Basic knowledge of project management.

How to apply

Visit https://www.willoughby.nsw.gov.au/Council/Working-with-us/Careers to apply or learn more including all about the range of benefits on offer at Willoughby.

For more information, contact: Grace McEvoy, Talent Acquisition Lead at [email protected]

Applications should address all the key responsibilities outlined in the Position Description.

Successful candidates may be required to undertake pre-employment screening including police and

qualification checks.

Applications close: Sunday, 2 November 2025 at 11:30pm

Please note recruitment activity may commence before the closing date

At Willoughby City Council, inclusion, diversity and belonging are core to how we work and how we recruit. We are committed to building a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community – one where everyone feels respected, valued and supported to contribute fully. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities and identities – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse individuals, LGBTIQA+ communities, veterans, and people of all ages. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, we encourage you to let us know. We are committed to ensuring an accessible, inclusive and barrier-free experience for every candidate.