• An exciting leadership opportunity for an experienced Coordinator Open Space Assets and Facilities
• Permanent position | Full-time with flexible work options
• $127K - $143K per annum (depending on experience) + 12% superannuation

About the team
The Open Space Assets and Facilities team plays a critical role in delivering high‑quality parks infrastructure and services for the community. The team is responsible for the planning, maintenance and improvement of park assets and facilities, ensuring they are safe, compliant and fit for purpose.

Working collaboratively across Council and with external partners, the team supports project delivery, manages contractors, and provides business and operational support functions that enable efficient and customer‑focused service delivery. With a strong emphasis on safety, continuous improvement and teamwork, the group is committed to maintaining high standards and delivering positive outcomes for the community.

About the role
Our Coordinator Open Space Assets and Facilities leads a team responsible for business, administrative, customer service and compliance functions, as well as the management of day labour, contractors and project delivery. You will build team capability, mentor staff, and drive consistent, customer‑focused service outcomes through effective systems, workflows, and operational processes.

This position also has a focus on safety and compliance, including oversight of Parks Occupational Health and Safety Management, incident investigations, risk management, and corrective actions. You will also lead the emergency management preparedness and response activities aligned with Council’s Municipal Emergency Management arrangements, including after‑hours coordination during incidents and extreme weather events.

Other responsibilities include:

• Leading, managing and mentoring the Assets and Facilities team, fostering a high‑performance, values‑driven culture.
• Promoting and embedding a safety‑first culture, ensuring OHS compliance, risk mitigation and hazard management.
• Overseeing staff and contractor induction, training, compliance and performance management.
• Managing capital works projects and minor park infrastructure upgrades, including design, procurement, contract and budget management.

About you
You are a collaborative leader with proven experience in asset and facilities management within a park or facilities environment. You bring a strong customer focus, excellent problem‑solving skills, and the ability to lead teams through challenging operational and safety requirements.

You have a strong safety mindset and a proven ability to implement, maintain, and continually improve occupational health and safety systems. You are confident in managing risk, responding to incidents, and leading safety initiatives that support a healthy and productive workforce.

The following is also required:

• Tertiary qualification in park management, recreation management, facilities management, or related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience leading, mentoring and performance managing staff and contractors.
• Proven experience in asset and facilities operations, project delivery and contract management.
• Experience developing and maintaining occupational health and safety systems.
• Strong decision‑making and problem‑solving capability.
• Current Australian Drivers licence

Pre-employment checks
Progressed candidates must undergo pre-employment screening as a standard procedure which will include:

• Employee Working with Children Check
• New National Police Record Check
• Evidence of right to work in Australia.

Pre-employment checks are not used by Glen Eira City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

Position Description
 Position Description - Coordinator Assets and Facilities.pdf

Apply NOW!
All applications must be submitted online by clicking the ‘Apply’ button. As part of your application, you will need to:

• Attach your resume
• Attach a cover letter (no more than one page)

Closing date: 31st of May 2026 at 11.55pm

For further information or a confidential discussion please contact Jess Van Der Werff, Manager Parks Services on 9524 3319 or email JvanderWerff@gleneira.vic.gov.au.

What’s on offer
We have a great culture that is valued by all our staff. Teamwork, collaboration and innovation are a key focus at Glen Eira City Council. We will offer you:

• Hybrid work environment – Average of 3 days in the office (or pro rata)
• Flexible work options
• A supportive and collaborative team environment where your ideas are welcomed
• Access to paid training and participation in Council’s extensive Learning and Development programs
• Reward and recognition programs
• Comprehensive leave entitlements
• Corporate gym memberships at Glen Eira Leisure

Working at Glen Eira City Council
The City of Glen Eira is a dynamic municipality located within the southeast metropolitan region of Melbourne, approximately 10 kilometres from the CBD. Council provides a range of services to over 155,000 residents from more than 160 cultural backgrounds and over 16,000 businesses.

Glen Eira City Council is a collaborative, values-based organisation that strives for innovation. Our 1,370 employees bring their diverse backgrounds and varied experiences and perspectives to an inclusive and flexible work environment, creating a unique and vibrant culture that is representative of the municipality services.

Recognised as an Employer of Choice, we seek people who share our community focused values and have a desire to create positive local impact.