
Reserves and Facilities Support Officer
Closes: May 05, 2025
Be part of a team that delivers service excellence
The primary purpose of the role is to assist with the effective management, operation, maintenance and improvement of Council parks, reserves, and building facilities, providing positive outcomes for the community.
Key Accountabilities:
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Support the delivery and effective management of Council’s parks, reserves, and recreational facilities. Ensuring the facilities are maintained and operational, bookings, user agreements, leasing and licence processes meet legislative requirements, and relevant stakeholders are involved in the improvement of these facilities.
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Assist in the pre-planning of projects to ensure shovel-ready repair or improvement projects are planned to optimise use of resources and support the sourcing of grant funding applications.
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Participate in regular engagement with internal and external stakeholders for usage, maintenance, operational, renewals and upgrades of existing facilities.
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Prepare and maintain a wide range of accurate documentation and systems associated with the operation of Councils reserves, facilities and asset management requirements.
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Assist with routine compliance inspections and organise minor repairs for operational needs as required.
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Provide accurate and efficient data input and records management using a range of Council data capture devices and systems to ensure relevant reports and statistics are accessible to support effective decision making.
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Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and services provided by the role and team to ensure effective, efficient and safe delivery of objectives and maximise utilisation of resources.
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Contribute to a positive safety culture within the organisation to ensure a safe workplace for our people and the community by monitoring compliance with policies, procedures, legislation, specifications, projects plans, and any other documentation required.
We are looking for
A passionate individual who has an interest in helping the community to manage our parks and building facilities. Someone who is willing to learn to help our dedicated team in working with sporting clubs, community groups, schools, government departments, and individual hirers. Ideally the right person will be proficient in the use of computers, including Microsoft Office Suite. No prior experience is required - an interest in this area and willingness to learn.
We are seeking someone who has or is willing to obtain:
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Certificate III in Business Administration, Project Management or equivalent or willingness to obtain and/or three years’ experience in a related environment
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General Construction Induction (WHS White Card)
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Class C Driver Licence
About the Role
Full time: 70-hour fortnight
Salary: Range from $60,080 to $69,092 pa + 11.5% super
Role Description: Click Here
Closing date: 11:30pm Sunday, 4 May 2025
Contact: Kim Anderson, Manager Asset Systems and Planning - (02) 6660 0378
NOTE: As the activities of this position could involve exposure to Hepatitis A and B and Q Fever, the employee will be vaccinated against these hazards or required to provide proof of immunity against these diseases.