At a Glance
- Tasks: Develop funding submissions and lead community infrastructure projects.
- Company: Join Brimbank City Council, a diverse and community-focused local government.
- Benefits: Enjoy RDOs, generous leave, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Brimbank values diversity and encourages applications from all backgrounds.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact in your local community while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualification in relevant field or extensive experience in community planning.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
Band 7: $111,395.28 – $123,934.39 per annum + superannuation
Permanent Full Time Opportunity
Exciting opportunity to join one of Melbourne's largest municipalities. Located in the centre of Melbourne's growing west, Brimbank City Council is a local government that is welcoming, diverse, and proud - just like the community we serve. Being community-first underpins everything we do. We work and advocate for our community, being innovative, future-focused, and responsive; applying these same principles to the way we work with each other every day.
Brimbank is situated on the traditional lands of the Wurundjeri and Bunurong people. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging. Every person working for Brimbank City Council shares our aspiration to make our City the best it can be!
We are currently seeking a Full Time Permanent staff member to join our team based at our offices in Sunshine.
The role
- Reporting to the Leisure and Community Facilities Planning Coordinator, we are seeking an officer who can bring their skills and experience for:
- Developing successful leisure, sport and community infrastructure external funding submissions.
- Preparing comprehensive leisure, sport and community infrastructure business cases and project briefs.
- Leading advocacy planning of leisure, sport and community infrastructure projects.
To be considered you will have
- A tertiary qualification in the leisure, sport, community infrastructure Planning or a related field with some relevant experience; or a lesser formal qualification with extensive relevant experience and demonstrated knowledge and skills in the field.
- Local government experience is highly desirable.
Benefits of working at Brimbank include
- Rostered Day Off (RDO)
- 16 days of personal leave per year (FTE)
- 20 weeks paid parental leave (FTE)
- 8 weeks partner leave
Make a positive impact to your local community. To view a full list of employee benefits, please view Council's Employee Values Proposition.
Brimbank City Council actively encourages applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with disability, and LGBTQIA+ people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore the opportunity of a career at Brimbank.
If you have any support or access requirements, or would like to speak to someone about the employment process, please contact People, Culture and Wellbeing on (03) 9249 4***.
Brimbank City Council is a Child Safe organisation and is committed to promoting child-safe, child-friendly practices.
To be eligible for employment at Brimbank City Council, you must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident of Australia, or be legally entitled to work in Australia.
Direct any queries regarding the role to Matthew Young via ********@brimbank.vic.gov.au.
If you want to know more about what we do or why you should work for Brimbank City Council, visit: https://www.brimbank.vic.gov.au/careers
Leisure and Community Infrastructure Funding and Planning Officer employer: Brimbank City Council
Brimbank City Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment that prioritises community engagement and development. With flexible work practices, generous leave entitlements, and a commitment to employee growth, staff are empowered to make a meaningful impact in the vibrant Brimbank community. Join us in our mission to create a welcoming and diverse space where every team member can thrive and contribute to the betterment of our local area.
