Hawkesbury City Council

Industry and Place Activation Officer

Be passionate. Be progressive. Hawkesbury City Council.

• Salary Range $100k - $120k per annum
• Rostered Day Off / 9 Day Fortnight
• Fitness Passport + On-Site Parking

Hawkesbury City Council is the largest local government area in metropolitan NSW covering 2,800 square kilometres, incorporating both urban and rural communities. We are committed to working together to deliver outcomes for the community through innovation and best practice.

Hawkesbury City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.

The Role

Reporting to the Manager Economic Development and based in Windsor, NSW, this position is responsible for Council’s support of the region’s industry engagement efforts by developing and implementing initiatives to facilitate the sustainability and expansion of existing business and industries operating within the Hawkesbury City Council LGA. This position is also responsible for establishing and implementing a Place Activation program, which will build resilient communities, foster a strong sense of place, increase visitation, and enhance perceptions of the City broadly.

About You

You will have demonstrated experience in working effectively with business, government, and commercial interests across various professional boundaries. You will demonstrate a solid understanding of the role and functions of Local Government and working within a politically sensitive environment. You will have excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills including the ability to influence, collaborate and develop effective working relationships with a range of stakeholders.

Essential Criteria

• A tertiary qualification in Business, Planning, Commerce, Economics, Marketing, Events Management and/or equivalent practical experience in a related field
• Demonstrated experience in implementing place activation initiatives that improve visitation and create a strong sense of place
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex research and data analysis to a variety of audiences
• Demonstrated ability to understand and determine commercial market and other business opportunities
• Research skills and the ability to undertake economic analysis
• Demonstrated creative problem-solving skills and the ability to resolve complex issues
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability with maintaining and building existing and new business relationships
• The right to live and work in Australia
• Class C Drivers Licence
• WHS General Construction Work in NSW
• Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• Successful applicants will be required to undergo background (police) checks and medical declaration

The Rewards

An attractive salary will be offered to the successful applicant commensurate with qualification, skills, and experience.

• Great working environment
• Monthly Rostered Day Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible work arrangements + Hybrid working
• Tertiary Education Assistance
• Health and Wellbeing Program
• Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Employee Reward and Recognition program
• Fitness Passport or Corporate Rate Gym Membership - Oasis Leisure Centre
• Social Club - BBQs, Christmas parties, raffles and activities
• Employee Assistance Program for employees and their family

To Apply

For further position details, including the selection criteria and how to apply, visit our website www.hawkesbury.nsw.gov.au or call Council’s People and Development Team on 02 4560 4444.

Applications close Tuesday, 18 March 2025

Please allow 4 weeks from the closing date for processing of your application.

Applicants who do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for this position.

Please note that the canvassing of Councillors in relation to these matters will automatically disqualify the applicant from this process.