Parks Assets Management Officer

• Temporary (fixed term) Full time, six months contract
• Band 5 circa $84,614 + 12% superannuation + allowances
• Fortnightly RDO
• Doncaster East Depot

Manningham Council proudly delivers over 100 different services to our vibrant and diverse community. From parks and galleries to shopping hubs and leisure facilities, it is our focus to ensure that Manningham remains a liveable and harmonious place to reside, work and visit.

With one of the largest networks of open space in metropolitan Melbourne including more than 300 parks, our outdoor facilities are a key part of life in Manningham. Recreation parks, sporting reserves, natural areas and neighbourhood parks are of great importance to our community and allow a wide range of opportunities for exercise, recreation, and local sports clubs.

We provide challenging and rewarding employment opportunities to innovative, passionate, and driven people. We have a positive and friendly working environment, and we offer our employees a range of benefits, including flexible work options, opportunities for career development, and health and wellbeing initiatives.

We're constantly transforming our organisation to best support the needs of our local community. And we are looking for a new game changer to join the team. A high performing individual who wants to shape positive and inclusive outcomes for our community. You'll have the opportunity to take ownership of your work while developing and testing new ideas within a culture of learning to deliver excellent outcomes for Manningham.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the safety, quality and ongoing improvement of Manningham's parks and open space assets.

As a Parks Asset Maintenance Officer, you will play a key role in delivering inspection, maintenance and renewal programs across playgrounds and open space assets to ensure they are safe, compliant and fit for community use. This is both a hands-on maintenance role undertaking proactive maintenance tasks as well as undertaking asset inspections, coordinating rectification works and supporting the delivery of renewal programs.

The role involves:

• Conducting inspections and condition assessments of playgrounds and open space assets using GIS asset-based systems
• Undertaking proactive maintenance works and minor repairs across park assets
• Coordinating and overseeing maintenance, repair and replacement works in line with required standards and timeframes
• Working closely with internal teams, contractors and stakeholders to deliver asset maintenance programs
• Supporting asset data management to ensure accurate records for planning and forecasting
• This is a role that combines technical knowledge, fieldwork and coordination, providing an opportunity to directly contribute to the safety, usability and presentation of community assets across Manningham.

Who are you

• You have hands-on experience in maintenance and a broad range of construction trade skills, with relevant trade qualifications highly regarded
• You are confident working both in the field and with asset management systems, including GIS asset-based software systems
• You have a strong understanding of asset inspection, maintenance and renewal processes, particularly within parks, playgrounds or open space environments
• You take an innovative and practical approach to maintenance problem solving, with the ability to identify issues and deliver effective solutions with a strong attention to detail
• You are highly organised and able to maintain inspection and maintenance programs, ensuring works are completed within required timeframes
• You are customer-focused and demonstrate excellent communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with contractors, internal teams and the community

Position Description can be viewed below or is available on the job advertisement on the Manningham careers' section:Job Vacancies

How to apply

Click APPLY to submit your up-to-date CV and cover letter addressing the key requirements of the role. For a confidential discussion please contact Nick Lyell, Senior Parks Officer on 0499 800 ***.

For all other enquiries regarding the recruitment process, please email ****@manningham.vic.gov.au or visit http://www.manningham.vic.gov.au/work-for-us

Applications close on Sunday 6 September 2026 at 11:00pm

Don't meet every requirement for this role? Studies have shown women and those of underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for roles unless they meet all the criteria. We recognise that different experiences make for great community outcomes. If your experience doesn't perfectly align with the selection criteria, but you're excited about this role and keen to work at Manningham Council, we encourage you to apply now.

Council recognises the benefits of a diverse workforce for its employees and customers.

To ensure equity of access to employment opportunities, Council encourages applications from underrepresented groups including people who are from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people from different ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientation and cultural backgrounds.

Manningham Council have a number of policies and practices to help support our staff, including a Working from Home policy, flexible work practices and an IT infrastructure to support various communication methods when working remotely.

If you require any additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements, please advise the contact listed above in advance.

Manningham Council is a child safe organisation and, as such, applicants may be required to hold a Working with Children Check.