We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Officer – Open Space Play Assets to join our Infrastructure team within the Green Spaces and Environment department.

About the role

As our new Project Officer – Open Space Play Assets, you will make a meaningful impact by delivering the effective management, maintenance and renewal of minor playground assets across the municipality, ensuring safe, high-quality and sustainable outcomes for the community.

Key responsibilities include coordinating the maintenance, repair and minor renewal of Early Years Hubs, playgroups and open space playground assets, leading and overseeing internal staff and contractors, and ensuring all works are delivered in accordance with relevant Australian Standards, legislation and Codes of Practice. The role will also deliver capital works programs, manage budgets and asset management systems, undertake audits and risk assessments, and support continuous improvement initiatives across open space services.

You will report to the Coordinator – Urban Forest and City Presentation and work collaboratively with internal departments including Early Years and other Council teams, as well as contractors, community groups and stakeholders. This role contributes to Council’s strategic vision by embedding sustainability principles, supporting safe and engaging play environments, and delivering services that meet community needs.

This is a full-time role based at Knox Operations Depot. We support flexible working arrangements while ensuring operational requirements of the role are met.

This is a Band 6 classified role. Remuneration will be $98,353.35 to $107,416.64 gross per annum (depending on experience), plus superannuation in accordance with the Superannuation Guarantee.

What you will bring to this role

The key selection criteria for this role are:

Demonstrated experience in the management, maintenance and renewal of playground or open space assets.
Relevant qualification (minimum Certificate III) in Horticulture, Parks Management, Sustainability, Turf Management or related field, or substantial equivalent experience.
Current Level 2 (minimum) certification in Playground Safety, Standards and Maintenance.
Demonstrated experience supervising staff and contractors to deliver works safely and in accordance with service standards.
Sound knowledge of asset management, contract management and delivery of capital works programs.
Experience conducting audits, risk assessments and OH&S processes.
Strong interpersonal, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Demonstrated ability to plan, prioritise and problem solve effectively.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and asset or project management systems.
Current Victorian Driver’s Licence and Working with Children Check.

How to apply

Please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter online via the ‘Apply’ button by 11:45pm Sunday 19 April 2026.

All applications must be made via the online portal. No applications direct to the hiring manager will be considered.

For further information on this role please contact Sam Jones, Coordinator – Urban Forest and City Presentation, at sam.jones@knox.vic.gov.au or on 03 9298 8425.

A link to the position description can be found in the job listing on our Knox City Council Jobs and Careers page.

Please note: Candidates will be shortlisted as applications are received and this role may close earlier than the anticipated closing date.

Why work at Knox

Discover your future at Knox City Council, where you will deliver meaningful impact, find great opportunities and work with committed people to shape our community. As an employee of Knox, you can enjoy:

Fortnightly rostered day off available for full-time roles, depending on operational requirements

Broad range of leave options including up to 16 weeks primary and up to 4 weeks secondary parental leave

Salary sacrifice option for Council-owned childcare fees

Opportunities to take on temporary roles or work in different teams to build skills and support career growth

Support towards further study

50% off Knox Leisureworks memberships

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for support in managing personal and work-related challenges.

To find out more about the benefits of working at Knox City Council, visit knox.vic.gov.au/why-work-knox

Inherent requirements

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Our commitments

Knox City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to providing a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion. We are committed to a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.

Knox City Council has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children. All children and young people who access our services, programs, events and facilities have the right to feel safe and be safe. This includes spaces owned or managed by Council. We take the wellbeing and safety of children and young people in our care seriously. We maintain a child safe organisation by embedding the protection of children into everyday thinking and practice. All Knox City Council employees, contractors and volunteers are responsible for ensuring children and young people are valued, heard and protected from abuse.

Knox City Council acknowledges our offices are located on the traditional lands of the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and Bunurong people of the Kulin Nation.

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Project Officer - Open Space Play Assets

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