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Division: CITY OPERATIONS
Unit: CITY GREENING & LEISURE
Section: PARKS ASSETS & SERVICES
Salary: AUD 118,304.00 per annum plus Superannuation (Remuneration stated is for the full-time position)
Employment status: Term Contract up to 12 months
Employment arrangement: Full time
Location: Sydney CBD
Option to work under a 19 day month arrangement
Do you have a passion for the City of Sydney's parks and the opportunities they provide for connected and vibrant local communities?
We are looking for an experienced contract manager/parks professional to assist the City Greening and Leisure business unit in delivering our objectives as an asset manager in ensuring the City's network of parks, assets and recreational facilities are well managed.
The primary responsibilities of the role are to coordinate and lead contracted service delivery to meet the needs of the community, to maintain the quality of the City's parks and open spaces to the highest standard, manage key relationships with suppliers and stakeholders, deliver outcomes that reflect the core governance and business principles of the City, and to seek continual improvements in open space asset management.
The position will play a vital role in delivering the Sustainable Sydney 2030 objectives for parks assets by ensuring service delivery and compliance objectives are met, by leading the environmental outcomes and performance for the business unit, and through implementing strategies that contribute to the parks asset management plans.
You will have experience in contract management, preparation of technical specifications, report writing, and service delivery. You will be able to clearly demonstrate highly developed leadership skills, an operational understanding of asset management, and excellence in customer service. You will also have experience in project implementation, performance management, bench marking of services, and an ability to work autonomously and coordinate a team of professionals.
At the City of Sydney you will join a dedicated team where individual effort is part of something much bigger - delivering great things for our city's dynamic future.
To apply: Click on the 'Apply' button below to complete your online application. Please upload your current resume and address the essential criteria (selection criteria) as stated within the position description that demonstrates how you meet the requirements of this role. This role will require a criminal check and pre-employment declaration.
Position description: CLICK HERE to view or download the position description.
Applications must be made online via the City's website by 11:59 pm on Thursday 22 March 2018.
For further information contact: Jacqui Brooks, Parks Assets & Services Manager on 02 9246 7617.
Employee Benefits: CLICK HERE for more information on the benefits of working in Council.
At the City we provide equal employment opportunity. We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment and encourage applications from people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.