Work where innovation, wellbeing and community outcomes matter
Enjoy flexibility, professional growth and a great team culture
Permanent full-time role with a 9-day fortnight RDO.
Band 6 salary $102,667 to $111,908 + Super (subject to experience)
Why Choose City of Casey
The City of Casey is one of Victoria's largest, fastest growing and most diverse cities. The Council plans and delivers quality services and infrastructure for the more than 400,000 residents and over 36,000 businesses who call Casey home.
VIBE (Casey Works Centre) is home to the Open Space & City Greening business unit and offers modern, smart, and functional workspaces which support the service and operational needs of the Infrastructure & Open Space Department.
Why You'll Love Working with Us
At the City of Casey, we know that great people deserve a great workplace. That's why we offer an environment designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally.
True flexibility with hybrid work, compressed hours, RDOs and the option to purchase additional leave, because life comes first.
Our Ways of Working (OWOW) - our activity-based model allows you to work in different spaces, locations and with the latest technology.
Reproductive health leave, up to 5 days of paid leave to support our employees
THRIVE Wellbeing Program - access a suite of wellbeing initiatives, learning opportunities and resources to support your mental, physical and emotional wellbeing.
Family‐friendly leave options, including 16 weeks paid primary caregiver leave, to support you through life's biggest moments.
Ongoing career development to help you grow your skills and advance your career.
Free Workout Wednesdays, discounted gym memberships and an onsite café - convenience in one place.
Be part of a team that truly lives its values: Dream Big, Empower Each Other, Make Our Community Proud.
Paid Christmas Shut Down Leave
And more
About the Role
As the Coordinator Playspaces and Landscapes, you will play a key role in enhancing some of Casey's most valued community assets. As a key stakeholder in the planning,



delivery and primary driver of continuous improvement of playspaces, active recreation. public art and significant landscapes, you will lead maintenance contract performance, conduct works to comply with relevant standards and provide expert advice across Council.
Working collaboratively with internal departments, you will act as Casey's subject matter expert for playspaces and children's outdoor environments, supporting the delivery of safe, attractive and engaging community spaces for our growing municipality.
This role requires availability to work from 7:00am to 4:00pm.
What You'll deliver
Lead and manage contracts for playspace, public art and landscape maintenance services, ensuring compliance with specifications and Australian Standards from planning and procurement, construction and maintenance
Coordinate and supervise contractors delivering maintenance, upgrades, inspections and risk assessment programs
Manage the delivery of minor capital works projects from planning and procurement through to construction and commissioning
Lead and support a team including Playground Officers and Open Space Audit Officers, ensuring effective work planning and service delivery
Manage operational and capital budgets while responding to customer requests, stakeholder priorities and asset improvement opportunities
What You'll Bring
Qualifications and/or significant experience in playspaces, public landscape maintenance or a related field
Demonstrated experience in contract supervision, contractor management and service delivery oversight
Proven leadership experience with the ability to motivate teams, allocate resources and prioritise work programs




Experience managing operational and capital budgets and delivering projects within agreed timeframes
Strong knowledge of playspace, public open space and landscape asset management practices
Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills with the ability to work across a diverse range of internal and external customers
Experience working within children's outdoor environments and understanding associated safety requirements
Level 2 Operational Playground Safety Inspector qualification, or willingness to obtain within the first six months
Current Victorian Driver Licence
Willingness to undergo pre-employment background checks including National Criminal History Check, Working with Children Check and Eligibility to Work check.
Please visit our careers page at Careers at Casey to view a detailed position description.
Applications close at 11:55pm on Thursday 13 August ****.
Please note: Applications are only accepted via our online portal.
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
The City of Casey is proud to be an inclusive, child-safe, and equal opportunity employer.
We welcome applications from people of all ages, genders, cultures, backgrounds, and abilities, including those with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ communities, multicultural communities, and refugee or migrant backgrounds.
We are committed to providing a diverse, safe, and inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed. We promote gender equity and actively address barriers to employment, ensuring participation without discrimination and supporting workplace adjustments.
For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Talent Team at ********* or ******.
We are a **** Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.
The City of Casey reserves the right not to make any appointments for this position.
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📌 Coordinator Playspaces And Landscapes (Melbourne)
🏢 City Of Casey
📍 Melbourne