Who we are:

The City of Salisbury's vision, outlined in City Plan 2035, is to evolve into a progressive, sustainable, and interconnected community. The focus extends beyond mere urban development; to address social, environmental, and economic aspects, dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences and outcomes for the community. Rooted in a rich history, the Salisbury team embrace diversity, welcoming new residents and fostering cultural understanding through the implementation of our Intercultural Strategy..

The role:

This is a key position in the Open Space Assets and Urban Streetscape Team, responsible for planning and implementing the asset management plans for the following functional areas:

• Urban streetscapes - all assets associated with the footpath/pathway network and verges.
• Formal recreational spaces - all assets associated with sporting facilities.
• Informal recreational spaces - all assets associated with irrigated open spaces, trails and open space pathway network.
• Playspaces - all assets associated with playspaces.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Project Delivery Team to ensure that open space assets are delivered in accordance to the specifications and project outcomes as identified in project briefs.

Duties:

• Planning and implementing the asset management plans strategy development
• Implementation of endorsed programs in the relevant functional areas in Council's Strategic Asset Management Plan
• Scope and brief preparation for capital project delivery
• Provide technical advice to internal and external stakeholders.

Specialist skills and experience:

• Tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering, Resource Management and / or Landscape Design / Architecture, or equivalent experience.
• Sound knowledge of urban design principles, technical literature, standards, manuals and codes of practice
• Sound knowledge of asset management in the relevant functional areas
• Excellent report writing skills.

Why you want to join this Team!

We are a collaborative high performing team with a track record of delivering projects with excellent outcomes.  We have a new leadership and structure, and support from senior leadership to deliver on great community outcomes over the next 3 to 4 years.

Further information is available by accessing the Position Description.

Specific enquiries can be made to Jonathan Foong, on jfoong@salisbury.sa.gov.au. (please do not send applications to this email)

Applications close 9.00am on Friday 03 May 2024 - shortlisting and interviewing for this role will commence immediately so we strongly encourage all candidates to put forward your applications as soon as possible.  The role may close early if a preferred candidate is identified.

People who are of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity as well as people of culturally diverse backgrounds and of diverse abilities are encouraged to apply.