Location: Yass, NSW
Job Type: Permanent Full Time
Job Category: Planning & Environment
Closing Date: 2.02.2026
Are you an experienced leader passionate about vibrant, inclusive public spaces? We are seeking a
Manager, Community Spaces to lead the strategic planning, management, and activation of community spaces across our municipality.
In this role, you will oversee a diverse portfolio of community parks, gardens, recreational facilities, playgrounds, aquatic centres and an urban tree network. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, manage budgets and contracts, and work closely with community groups, stakeholders, and Council to deliver high-quality public spaces that enhance community wellbeing.
Key responsibilities include:
- Strategic and operational management of community spaces
- Leadership and development of high-performing teams
- Budget, asset, and contract management
- Community engagement and partnership development
- Driving innovation and continuous improvement in service delivery
About you:
- Proven experience in public works, infrastructure or community asset management
- Bachelor level qualifications in a relevant field (e.g. Recreation, Landscape Architecture, Horticulture, Project Management, Engineering)
- Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
- Experience in project and contract management, WHS, and maintenance planning
- Commitment to inclusion, accessibility, and community wellbeing
