City of Canning

Manager Parks & Environment

We are on the hunt for our next Manager Parks & Environment to lead the delivery of our essential public open space, urban greening and parkland redevelopment services for our welcoming and thriving City.

If you are up for a challenge, want to make a tangible contribution to the community and love leading your team to thrive, don’t let this opportunity pass you by.

About the role and your team

• You will lead 3 teams (comprised of approximately 90 people) in the management, maintenance and enhancement of streetscapes, parks, gardens, natural areas, sports grounds and playgrounds.
• With an annual budget in excess of $30M, you will lead the delivery of day-to-day care for our natural environment and the delivery of significant projects as diverse as:
  • Kent Street Weir Precinct Plan
  • Queens Park Open Space
  • Bentley Redevelopment space
  • Metronet related projects
• The key strategies you will lead include the Urban Forest, Local Biodiversity, Public Open Space strategies and our Asset Renewal Program with a specific focus on playgrounds and irrigation infrastructure.
• An added bonus for the successful applicant is that the City of Canning is situated on the beautiful Djalgarro Beelier (Canning River) and, as a riverine City, this adds an extra element of urban environment that we respectfully care for.

What you will need to succeed

• Your primary focus and commitment will be ensuring that your team members go home safely every day.
• Have extensive experience and a personal passion for connecting communities through public open space and associated infrastructure provision.
• Understand the importance and value of trees and streetscapes in the public realm.
• Be clear in setting expectations and measures of success.
• Have experience in leading a number of teams as they deliver day to day services.
• Be a leader of people; your personal values with align with he City’s values of Respect, Working Together and Inclusive.
• You lead through actions; you will follow through and do what you say you will do.

The “X factor” for success in this role is that you see opportunities where others may see barriers; you see the big picture and can lead others to realise a vision.

For a detailed overview of position responsibilities please refer to the Position Description attached to this vacancy.

Snapshot of the role

A typical month will see you:

• Work with stakeholders within the City and with external stakeholders to prepare for the handover of public open space from Metronet projects to identify how to make best use of this new open space for residents and visitors.
• Provide leadership, guidance and development to the leaders who report to you.
• Spend some time listening to your teams and acknowledging their success in delivering Service Plan outcomes.
• Seeking and instilling in your teams ideas that will improve service delivery and their employee experience.
• Spend some time listening to local environmental and resident groups.
• Meet with your colleague Managers to share information, solve problems and share your perspective.
• Meet with your Director to work through progress toward key strategic goals.
• Break out the BBQ apron for a staff get together!

What’s in it for you?

This position is offered as below:

• Full-time, 5 year maximum term basis.
• Remuneration package negotiated with the successful candidate (including cash base, superannuation and provision for a motor vehicle).
• 19-day month working arrangement.
• Superannuation matching available.
• Free gym membership to the Cannington and Riverton Leisureplexes (gym, aquatics, sauna, group fitness).
• Access to a fantastic employee wellbeing calendar and social club.

Impact the Community in a Big Way

The City of Canning aims to be a welcoming and thriving city, giving our people an opportunity to thrive through work that truly makes a difference!  With a population of around 100,000 over 64 square km of land, we provide services to support and develop our community every day. We believe that engaging people with diverse backgrounds and all abilities will assist in delivering superior services to our community and are committed to the principles of equal opportunity for all.

Want to know more?

For more information on the role, please contact Warren Bow, Director Infrastructure & Environment on 0403 369 002 for a confidential discussion.

What are your waiting for?  Apply today!

Canning welcomes you to apply.  To be considered for this opportunity visit www.canning.wa.gov.au/jobs, select this vacancy and submit a cover letter (cover letter to be no more than two pages) addressing what you will need to succeed in the role along with your resume.  Apply now, we can’t wait to hear from you!

Applications are open until 5pm, Monday 17 February 2025. We reserve the right to contact applicants and close the advertising period early.