Team Leader Open Space Planning and Design

City of Ballarat

About the role

City of Ballarat is seeking an experienced open space planning and design professional to lead implementation of the Ballarat Open Space Strategy. The role will support the team of designers and project managers bringing to life quality park, playground and reserve upgrades. The role reports directly to the Executive Manager City Design and acts as the advocate for relevant open space planning and design matters. The role requires an organised and adaptive leader who can demonstrate strong technical skills regarding landscape design, clear and competent leadership managing relevant open space matters and has a solid understanding of the planning and development process for private reserves that are created through the planning and subdivision process.

City Design is a unit within the Development and Growth Division, responsible for delivering quality design projects in streetscapes and the public realm, open spaces, new links for walking, cycling and recreational trails, upgrades to major urban renewal sites and other urban and landscape design projects.

This is a terrific prospect for a landscape design leader experienced across the full life-cycle of open space projects to bring that expertise to a team of dedicated Landscape Architects and Project Managers.

The role is a full-time permanent role based in central Ballarat, but the role can be a hybrid working arrangement and we are happy to work through flexible work options for the right candidate.





We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced people and design leader with a passion for the design and planning of high-quality open spaces, parks and reserves.

Qualifications and Experience

Demonstrated leadership experience related to the design of open spaces, parks and reserves.

Demonstrated capacity to draw quality sketch, concept and detailed designs for parklands and open spaces using AutoCAD and related software (a portfolio of relevant designs / projects should be submitted with the application).

Demonstrated experience preparing / reviewing landscape plans associated with development applications.

Demonstrated people management experience including the ability to inspire a diverse team, collaborate, encourage innovation and reform, and create a positive team culture.

Demonstrated high level of leadership, interpersonal, communication, consultation and negotiation skills, as well as the ability to articulate issues and influence outcomes.

Tertiary qualifications in an appropriate design discipline or approved equivalent professional qualification (e.g. Landscape Architecture) and several years’ experience managing,



designing and delivering relevant projects within or with Local Government.

Senior and middle-management experience highly regarded

The successful applicant will be required to undergo a full employment medical and police check.

Join us in making a real difference to the lives within our community. Working for City of Ballarat you will be part of a team that values honesty, transparency and accountability in everything we do. We believe in the importance of valuing every Individual and working together to support the community. Together we create a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and make a positive impact.

There’s more to remuneration than just salary. Here are some key benefits you might value:

Learning and development programs

Flexible work policies

Employee benefits program

At the City of Ballarat, we celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive, adaptable workplace where everyone feels welcome. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply. If you need any support during the recruitment process, reach out to us at

We’re proud to be a child-safe organisation, committed to protecting children and young people from harm. Our culture promotes their safety and wellbeing, and we require all successful candidates to undergo relevant screening, including a Working with Children Check and criminal history check.

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