Introduction

Please view the below documents for this position:

- Position Description
- Inherent Requirements
- Benefits

Description

This rewarding role leads the public realm planning, policy development, strategies and review of council’s long term Capital Works Program for Public Realm projects.

The primary focus of the position is to develop strategies and policies relating to open space and key urban infrastructure. The role ensures the delivery and implementation of actions from council’s strategies including open space, environment and transport and leads council’s program of open space conversions.

Key responsibilities include the strategic review of documents, scope development and forward planning for council’s capital works program to guide council’s long term financial plan. This role is the department lead for planning referrals, councillor and customer requests and construction development advice, including the development of streetscape style guides and developer design standards.

Key Responsibilities:

- Review policies and strategies to develop actions from council’s strategic documents, including but not limited to Open Space Strategy, Environment Strategy, Transport Strategy and Flood Management Strategy.
- Develop strategies and policies as required to guide improvements to Stonnington’s public realm and open space
- Provide project management services including scope, cost, budget, timing and project reporting.
- Lead procurement and contract management services.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary design professionals to deliver public realm projects.
- Work collaboratively with the City Projects teams to provide sound and skilled advice in landscape architecture and urban design matters.
- Assist in the delivery of professional and competent Urban Design and Landscape Architectural services to internal departments and management.




- Provide advice on landscape planning and design to support Council and private development projects, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, standards, and best practice principles
- Drive continuous improvement in project management capability and maturity across the organisation.
- Support project managers and departments in delivering capital programs, ensuring adherence to best practices and Council’s Project Management Framework.

Join us in this full-time permanent role, offering a competitive salary range of $113,974 - $126,589 plus 12% superannuation and a monthly accrued day off.

Skills And Experiences

What you’ll need to succeed:

- A detailed knowledge of the relevant Acts, Regulations, Local Laws, Government and Council Policies relating to the environment and public spaces.
- Sound knowledge and application of Urban Design /Landscape Architecture theory and best industry practice.
- Strong skills and experience in graphic representation to communicate various concept and precinct plans.
- Demonstrated ability to plan, prioritise and organise work at an individual and team level, within set timelines and in an environment of change and conflicting demands.
- Demonstrated experience in project delivery, consultant management and contract administration.
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with contractors, consultants, and stakeholders, ensuring clear communication, collaboration, and resolution of issues to achieve project objectives.
- Skilled in building cooperation and gaining support from clients, the public,



and other employees relevant to the role to efficiently manage activities and supervise team members.
- Able to collaborate with external stakeholders and internal teams to address specialist issues within the scope of the role by effectively communicating, building strong relationships, coordinating efforts across functions, and resolving cross-functional challenges efficiently.

Enquiries For enquiries relating to the role, please contact Georgina Haggar on [email protected] For enquiries relating to the system and the application process, please contact a member of the Talent Acquisition team on 8290 1333.

Submitting your application In your cover letter, we invite you to demonstrate how your skills and experience align with the requirements outlined in the Position Description, and to share what draws you to the opportunity to work with the City of Stonnington The City of Stonnington is a child-safe, equal opportunity employer valuing diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Here at the City of Stonnington we aspire to be a leading local government authority and to do this we need the very best people who share our belief in community and who want to make a difference. We value everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. We provide an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to thrive and be authentic. There is a variety of offerings available for our people, have a look at “Why Stonnington”.

If you have any support or access requirements, or would like to speak to someone about employment please contact Council’s Talent Acquisition team on 8290 1333.

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