AddressAbout the role
We have a fantastic opportunity within our Asset Management team! We are currently seeking a Facilities Planning Officer to join our team.
As a member of the Asset Management business unit, the Facilities Planning Officer is responsible for assisting with the strategic asset planning of the City’s existing and future community facilities. This involves determining the community's existing and future needs and identifying outcomes which provide optimum results for both the community and the City.
Key deliverables includes the development of needs assessments, feasibility studies, strategies, project charters, design and management, stakeholder engagement, funding submissions, and land use planning advice. This position requires project design and management skills, negotiation skills, stakeholder engagement experience, and excellent analytical and reporting skills.
About you
The successful candidate will have the following:
- Tertiary qualification/s at a Bachelor Degree level, or above, in Leisure and Recreation Management, Urban and Regional Planning or a demonstrated related field
- Experience with planning community, sport and recreation facilities
- Experience in budgeting and project management
- Strong research, communication and negotiation skills
- A team player, with a strong appreciation of safety, continuous improvement and good customer service
- Current ‘C’ class driver’s license
- A satisfactory National Police Certificate is required
For more information about the role please refer to the position description.
About working with us
The salary for this position will be from $87,898 to $103,784 per annum, depending on the skills and experience of the successful applicant.
You will also enjoy benefits including
- Flexibility to balance work and life through supported work from home and a 19-day month
- Excellent leave entitlements e.g. purchase additional leave, Local Government public holiday
- Up to 16.5% Superannuation
- Comprehensive employee wellness program
- Generous study assistance (terms and conditions apply)
- Free parking options available
- Travelsmart allowance to support public transport use or cycling to work
About the City
The City of Swan, located north east of Perth, is the largest local government by land size in the Perth metropolitan area, and has one of the fastest growing populations.
The City covers an area of 1,042 square kilometres, equivalent to almost 20 per cent of the Perth metropolitan area. A beautifully diverse expanse of land, the City is rich in natural assets, including the iconic Swan River and internationally renowned Swan Valley viticulture region established in 1829.
Our location, services and facilities make the City an attractive place to live. The population across our 42 suburbs stands at 168,334 in 2023, but is set to reach 300,000 by 2050.
The Whadjuk people of the Noongar Nation have been the traditional custodians of the land for more than 40,000 years. The Derbal Yerrigan (Swan River) holds enormous cultural significance for the Noongar people. The City is also rich in European history, and our community is a melting pot of multiculturalism, with one in three people being born overseas and one in five speaking a language other than English at home. Our ideal location, significant history, diverse community and strong economy ensures a positive future for the City of Swan, full of opportunity.
Our purpose at the City is to improve the quality of life for all of the people who live in, work in and visit the City of Swan by delivering our vision of ‘one city, diverse people, culture and places’ through shared values of respect, excellence, accountability and leadership.
At the City of Swan we are committed to recruiting and retaining the right people and creating a great place to work. We offer our employees real careers, real impact, and real rewards.
We welcome people with diverse skills, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds and encourage applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals who may identify as LGBTIQ, with disability, a culturally and linguistically diverse background, and people of all ages.
For queries, please contact Luke Scata directly on 9267 9364
To apply please submit a cover letter that outlines your qualifications and experience and why you would be a good fit for this role, and a resume via the link.
Closing Date: Wednesday 5 June 2024 at 5pm.
The City of Swan reserves the right to commence shortlisting and interviews earlier than the closing date. The City also reserves the right to close the vacancy early therefore if you are interested in this position, please submit an application as early as possible.
