Parks and Reserves Asset Development Officer (9885)

Group and Team: Open Space Group, Parks and Reserves
Location: Clearys Gates
Employment status: Permanent Full-time 1.0 FTE
Classification: Municipal Employee Level MO3
Agreement: Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreement 2024
Salary range: $88,483 to $96,773 per annum + 13% superannuation.

About the role

This role plays a key part in shaping the City’s green spaces by supporting the planning and delivery of capital works, asset renewal projects and asset management. You’ll work closely with a dedicated team to ensure our parks and reserves are safe, sustainable, and welcoming for the community.

In this role, you will:

• Coordinate and deliver parks and reserves' capital works and renewal projects.
• Develop project scopes, technical specifications, and manage procurement processes.
• Support the preparation and review of Asset Management Plans.
• Conduct inspections and coordinate maintenance programs.
• Provide technical input to improve bushland asset data and service levels.
• Ensure climate resilience and sustainability are embedded in project planning.

Learn more about the role in the position description: Parks and Reserves Asset Development Officer Position Description

About you

Do you have a passion for enhancing Hobart’s stunning parks and reserves? 

We are looking for a proactive and technically skilled professional with a background in project or parks management. You possess a strong understanding of asset management and have a talent for transforming plans into reality. Your excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills enable you to collaborate effectively with teams and the community.

Essential Qualifications, Licences, and Skills for the role:

• A Diploma or higher in Project Management or Parks Management.
• A current driver’s licence and registration to work with vulnerable people.
• Strong skills in contract management, technical documentation, and data analysis.
• A collaborative mindset and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated experience in managing capital works or asset renewal projects.

About us

The City of Hobart offers something for everyone, with connections between nature, history, culture, businesses and each other. We are proud to provide a range of services and facilities that support the wellbeing, safety and participation of the community as well as continuously look to improve and embrace new approaches to achieve better outcomes for all. With an industrious and diversified economy, wherever your skills, talents and passions lie, we can offer you the opportunity to have a rewarding career with ongoing learning and development opportunities.

We recognise contributions to our workforce and offer:

• Above Award wages and Employer Superannuation at 13% with salary sacrifice options.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• A wide range of paid leave entitlements.
• Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.
• Discounted membership at Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre.
• Ability to purchase additional leave after 12 months of service. 
• An Employee Assistance Program that offers onsite visits.
• Corporate Health Plan discounts with BUPA, St. Lukes and Medibank.

Learn more about what the City of Hobart can offer you.

The City of Hobart is committed to building an inclusive community and workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, ages and identities.

City of Hobart has a strong commitment to health and safety. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks. These will include reference checks, verification of qualifications, National Criminal History record check, and Medical Assessment including drug and alcohol testing.

Learn more about our vision, mission and values.

How to apply

If you're passionate about Hobart's natural spaces and ready to take on a role that challenges and rewards, we would love to hear from you.  Join us in making Hobart’s green spaces even more beautiful!

Apply today!

If you require any further information specific to this role please contact Heather Huxley, Program Leader Parks, on 0362780256 or email heather.huxley@hobartcity.com.au

All applications must be made in the online portal, and you can save your application as you progress through the stages until you submit your final application. If you have any issues with submitting your application, please email details of the issue to recruitment@hobartcity.com.au. Please note that we do not accept applications via email or after the position has closed so if you have issues submitting your application, please contact us prior to the closing time.

Applications close at 11:59 pm on Sunday, 29 June 2025.

Before you begin

You will need to read the position description prior to commencing your application as you will be required to address the key duties, skills and knowledge for this role in 600 words or less.

Please ensure you have copies of your current resume and relevant qualification/s ready to attach at the end of your application.

To protect privacy and prevent fraud, do not upload or email personal documents such as Driver’s licences, passports, or personal tax and superannuation details. Instead:

• Applicants are required to declare they hold the required documentation/licence, and
• Originals will be sighted by People and Culture on the first day of work as a condition of employment.

Selection process

Candidates are initially selected for interview based on the details provided in their application.

The City of Hobart assesses all applications based on merit.

Positions are filled, based on how well the successful candidate meets the requirements of the position.

Learn more about the selection process on our website.