Town of Mosman Park

Project Officer – Parks and Environment

• Permanent Full-Time position working 76 hours per fortnight
• Salary range from $90,000 to $100,000 plus superannuation
• Work independently and as part of a small team

We’re looking for a motivated Project Officer – Parks and Environment to join our team and contribute to enhancing our community’s parks and environmental assets.

About the role

In this position, you will deliver high-quality outcomes for the Town by managing capital works and operational projects related to parks and the environment. Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing and implementing projects such as playground upgrades, irrigation systems, turf maintenance, and horticultural services.
• Assisting with landscape design, cost estimates, and asset management planning.
• Preparing contract documentation, managing contractors, and monitoring project budgets and timelines.
• Responding to community inquiries and providing technical advice on horticultural practices.
• Ensuring compliance with workplace safety and organisational policies.

Qualifications and Skills

• Qualifications in Horticulture, Project Management, or a related field, or extensive relevant experience.
• Proven experience in project management, including preparing and delivering capital works in the public realm.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with stakeholders, contractors, and the community.
• Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Proficiency in preparing reports and interpreting relevant legislation and policies.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements such as a nine-day fortnight.
• Superannuation co-contribution (subject to individual contribution).
• Free parking and close to public transport.
• 17.5% leave loading.
• Two extra days of leave each year (Local Government holiday).
• Professional development opportunities.
• Wellness program, including an Employee Assistance Program.

About the Town of Mosman Park

We are a vibrant local government nestled between the Swan River and the Indian Ocean, located just 14km from Perth CBD. Our small, close-knit team is passionate about delivering excellence for our community, fostering accountability, connection, and innovation in everything we do.

The Town of Mosman Park is committed to diversity and inclusion within all organisational practices and is an equal opportunity employer. The Town encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with a disability, people of all ages, sexualities and genders to apply for this position.

Chat to us

If you have any questions about the role, call us for a confidential chat with our People and Culture team at 9383 6600 or email jobs@mosmanpark.wa.gov.au.

How to apply

The position description is available on our website for further information about the role.

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest in the role.

Closing date: 5pm Friday 17 January 2025.

The Town reserves the right to commence recruitment before this date.