Together we shape thriving communities, public spaces, places and economies.

• Support the delivery of state-wide programs and projects for public open space
• 2 x temporary opportunities until 30 June 2025 (may be extended)
• Office location – Parramatta/flexible supported
• Salary relative to experience and ranges from $120,859 to $133,183 + super

What’s in it for me?

Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support. We offer flexibility in work arrangements, diverse and fulfilling assignments, and prioritize work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives like flex leave and access to support programs. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to succeed.

The role

The Manager of Open Space Programs develops and delivers statewide projects as part of the Department’s ambitious planning reform program. This includes initiatives like Parks for People, Places to Swim, and other forward-thinking programs that promote innovation and best practices in the planning, design, and delivery of public open spaces. This role plays a key part in expanding access to public spaces while championing best practices and excellence across the field.

For more information read the full Role Description:  Manager Open Space Programs

What you will bring to the role

With your expertise in planning and delivering public open spaces, you’ll play a vital role in shaping transformative strategies that impact communities across NSW. Your deep understanding and commitment to best practices in open space planning, design, and management will drive innovative, sustainable solutions that enrich lives and inspire future development. Working collaboratively across the Department and with stakeholder you will elevate the quality and inclusive of public open spaces, creating enduring value for communities while supporting consistent, impactful policy and program delivery.

Key knowledge and experience

• Experience in planning and delivering public open spaces.
• Knowledge of best practice project management techniques and an ability to supervise multiple projects, meet deadlines and manage competing priorities.
• Analytical skills in relation to design issues and experience supervising multiple projects.
• Experience in providing sound judgement and advice on issues.
• Experience the preparation of reports or policy.

Essential requirements

• Degree in landscape architecture, planning, urban design, strategy, communication, or other relevant discipline.

About us

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities. 

We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.

Join us

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close Thursday 21 November 2024 at 11.55pm.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Fiona Morrison via fiona.morrison@planning.nsw.gov.au.

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment. 

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via talent.acquisition@dpie.nsw.gov.au or (02) 63637676​ - HR Support, option 3, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.