• Full-Time | Permanent
• Level 7 | Salary range: $108,804 to $115,610, plus superannuation
• Restricted Private Use of a Council Vehicle
• Vacancy 122/2025

The opportunity

We are in the market for an experienced and qualified Landscape Projects Manager, who is passionate about their profession and enjoys the rewards of a good challenge.

As the Landscape Projects Manager, you will work closely with a small team of landscape architects to oversee the project delivery functions for the City’s streetscape and public open space development programs. Reporting to the Coordinator Landscape Services, this role is responsible for:

• Provide quality infrastructure project management services to the organisation, including timely and budget sensitive delivery of Public Open Space capital works projects, renewal programs, and other capital works as required
• Assisting in the development of the City’s annual Public Open Space capital works program, in conjunction with the City’s Landscape Management team, through the long-term financial planning process
• Providing advice to the Landscape Services team, as well as the broader organisation, on the practicality of delivering Public Open Space upgrades according to proposed landscape designs
• Ensuring the application of approved and best practice methodology for contract administration, including the assessment of and response to budget variations, extension of time, performance reviews and other contract related requests
• Ensuring active management of project and contractual risks through preparation of project risk registers and implementation of established mitigation actions

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A diploma level qualification in Project Management, or a similar or relevant discipline (i.e. Landscape Architecture, Engineering, Construction or Building)
• White Card or Construction Induction Training Card (CITC)
• Current unrestricted ‘C’ class national drivers’ license
• Minimum 5 years’ experience working in a professional project management position
• Sound knowledge of current landscape construction methods, techniques, utilities, services, and equipment
• Sound knowledge of the building approval/permit process, and relevant codes and regulations
• Comprehensive knowledge of contracts, contract law and project management principles
• Understanding of, and commitment to, the principles and practices of Work Health and Safety and Equal Employment Opportunity

For more information about the role, please refer to the position description.

How to apply

Sound exactly like the sort of role for you? Great! To apply please visit our Careers page at www.mandurah.wa.gov.au. Further information can be obtained by calling Jenny Cooper on (08) 9550 3696.

Closing date

Applications for this position are open until a suitable pool of candidates is received. This means the vacancy may close without notice. If you are interested in this position, we highly recommend you apply as soon as possible.

Our commitment

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their background, identity, experience, ability or thinking style. If you need assistance during the application process for accessibility reasons this is available upon request.

We are committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation, where protecting children and preventing harm is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all employees and volunteers.

Additional information

• All applications will be assessed in accordance with merit-based principles. Where an applicant does not fully meet the requirements outlined in the attached position description, including essential qualifications and license, the role may be reclassified, and an alternative remuneration package may be offered, subject to organizational needs in line with the City of Mandurah Industrial Agreement.
• As part of our recruitment process, you will be required to complete a drug and alcohol test.
• This recruitment process may also be used to identify candidates for similar permanent or fixed-term opportunities that arise within the City over the next 12 months — offering you the chance to be considered for future roles that align with your skills and aspirations. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.
• To support transparency and integrity, all employees of the City of Mandurah are required to declare any secondary employment to help us manage potential conflicts of interest appropriately.
• To read more about Working at the City of Mandurah please visit our Careers and Employment

Casey Mihovilovich
Chief Executive Officer