Coordinator Maintenance - Open Spaces & Facilities
Wingecarribee Shire Council – Moss Vale NSW
$126,352 - $146,842 a year
Full time, Permanent
Hybrid
Applications close: 18 November 2026
Coordinator Maintenance - Open Spaces & Facilities
Permanent full-time
35 hours + variable day off every 19-days
Flexible working arrangements - WFH Opportunities
Salary: $126,352.78 - $146,842.34+ $12,000 Vehicle Allowance+ 12% Superannuation per annum (Depending on skills, experience and qualifications)
Lead high-performing teams delivering essential maintenance services across Council's parks, open spaces and community facilities, ensuring they remain safe, welcoming and well-presented for our community.
What You'll Do
As our Coordinator Maintenance - Open Spaces & Facilities, you'll lead the planning, coordination and delivery of maintenance services across Council's diverse network of parks, sports fields, public amenities, streetscapes, open spaces and community facilities.
Providing leadership to Supervisors, Team Leaders and operational crews, you'll drive high standards of safety, presentation and service delivery while ensuring our public spaces remain attractive, functional and accessible for the community. You'll oversee maintenance programs, manage resources and budgets, and work closely with stakeholders to balance operational priorities with community expectations.
You'll also play a key role in developing your people, improving service delivery and identifying innovative ways to enhance efficiency, asset performance and customer satisfaction. This is an excellent opportunity to lead high-performing teams and make a visible impact on some of the Southern Highlands' most valued public spaces and facilities.
Why Wingecarribee?
Wingecarribee Shire sits at theheart of the Southern Highlands of NSW, renowned for its natural beauty,vibrant towns, and strong sense of community. We are proud to serve a regionwith a thriving local economy and a lifestyle that balances career opportunitieswith wellbeing.
As a forward-thinking Council, weare committed to building a sustainable, inclusive, and resilient future.Guided by our Community Strategic Plan 2035, we focus on deliveringhigh-quality services that support our community while protecting the unique characterof our Shire.
By joining Wingecarribee ShireCouncil, you’ll be part of an organisation that values teamwork, innovation,and continuous improvement, where your skills make a real difference to theplaces our community lives, works, and enjoys.
You'll also get to enjoy:
- Attractivesalary package + 12% superannuation
- Variable day off every 19-days
- $12,000 Vehicle Allowance
- Health &wellbeing initiatives – Fitness Passport, EAP and Flu Vaccines
- Careerdevelopment & learning support – Tertiary assistance available
- Flexibleworking arrangements – WFH opportunities
- Salarypackaging options available - make the most of your income
- The WelcomeExperience - The Welcome Experience is a free service for essential workers andtheir families who are considering moving to or have moved to regionalNSW. Local Connectors make moving easierby helping you find a home, schools, childcare, job opportunities for yourpartner, and connections within the community. nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience
- Community & social engagement –Enjoy opportunities to participate in local events, team-building activities,and community initiatives that bring our staff and residents together.
- Recognitionthrough our annual awards ceremony celebrating and rewarding staff achievements
What You'll Need (Essential Criteria)
- Degree level qualification in Facilities Management, Horticulture related discipline or equivalent demonstrated relevant experience in open space operations or facilities management.
- Demonstrated capability in strategic planning, workforce planning and service design
- Extensive experience leading complex operational services within a regulated public sector or asset intensive environment
- Demonstrated ability to lead change and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Proven experience managing operational and capital budgets, procurement and contract governance
- Highly developed communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including experience advising executives and managing community expectations
- Demonstrated application of WHS and environmental risk management in field operations.
- Maintain a current C Class drivers' licence without restriction
- Certificate IV in Project Management or related field
- Qualifications or relevant demonstrated experience in advanced contract management
- Diploma of Parks and Gardens Management or equivalent.
- Diploma of Leadership & Management
Other Requirements
- Satisfactory completion of National Police Check prior to commencement
- Complete a pre-employment medical prior to commencement
- Contact Adam Mills, Manager Shire Presentation on 1300 680 ***.
Wingecarribee Shire Council is an EqualOpportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We stronglyencourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people,veterans, and persons with a disability. If you require reasonable adjustmentsduring our application process, please contact us at *******@wsc.nsw.gov.au, by phone on 1300 680 *** or by visitingour office at 68 Elizabeth St, Moss Vale.
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Coordinator Maintenance - Open Spaces & Facilities in Moss Vale employer: Wingecarribee Shire Council
Wingecarribee Shire Council is an exceptional employer located in the picturesque Southern Highlands of NSW, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises teamwork, innovation, and community engagement. With flexible working arrangements, a competitive salary package, and numerous health and wellbeing initiatives, employees are empowered to grow professionally while making a meaningful impact on the local community. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking organisation dedicated to building a sustainable future for our residents.
Contact Details:
Wingecarribee Shire Council Recruitment Team
