Program Manager - Strategy & Contracts at cityofsydn

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Apr, 26

Salary

171174.0

Posted On

02 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Open Space Management, Contract Management, Asset Management, Sustainability, Engineering, Strategy Development, Team Leadership

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Sydney PARKS ASSETS & SERVICES/City Greening & Leisure/City Services Full Time/Permanent $171,174 per annum plus superannuation Caring for our city, creating a future for all Our people are passionate about their communities and connected to their teams. They’re motivated by our genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion, and our clear, compelling plan for our global city: Sustainable Sydney 2030 – 2050 Continuing the Vision. Be part of a purpose-led organisation with care at its core. You’ll make a difference by acting in the best interests of our communities and city. Be better together with collaborative and inclusive partnerships. Embrace possibilities and be open to new ideas and creating bold solutions. About the roleDo you have a passion for the City of Sydney’s parks and the role they play in creating green, vibrant local communities? We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to join our Parks Assets and Services team. This role will lead a small team responsible for delivering strategic park service procurement, strategy development, contract management and asset management across a range of large and diverse asset classes. These include parks, irrigation systems, water features, playgrounds, sports fields and mobile planters, ensuring assets are safe, high quality and performing at their best. The position plays an important role in supporting the delivery of Sustainable Sydney 2030–2050 and the Greening Sydney strategy. This includes meeting service delivery and compliance objectives, delivering positive environmental outcomes, improving sustainability performance, and developing strategies and plans that guide asset management, procurement and contract management across the team. We’re looking for someone with relevant tertiary qualifications and demonstrated experience in open space management, contract or asset management, sustainability, engineering or a related discipline. You’ll also bring experience in strategy development, contract and/or asset management, along with proven capability in leading and managing teams. Download position description. This role has the option of a rostered day off each month, known as a 19-day month. The recommended applicant must complete a pre-employment health declaration and a criminal history check. Applications must be submitted online by 11:59pm, Sunday 18th January 2026 For more information, contact Jacqui Brooks, Parks Assets and Services Manager on 0401 628 731. What we can offer you You’ll work with passionate, welcoming and supportive people who care for our communities and create a future for all. Flexible working 3 days of care and cultural leave each year for health and wellbeing activities, cultural and religious days or events of significance Collaborative approach to flexible working City centre head office, with many public transport options. Professional development Leadership and management development program Further education program providing reimbursement of course fees, and study and exam leave Opportunity to attend external courses and conferences Long service and employee recognition awards Employee assistance program offering free, confidential counselling Supporting families 26 weeks paid parental leave and 6 weeks paid partner leave Paid and unpaid adoption and long-term fostering leave Paid superannuation for up to 52 weeks of parental leave Part-time and job-sharing options available Supportive return-to-work environment Inclusive culture Recognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of Australia Active employee networks including City Women, City Pride, DiverseCity, Inclusive City, Young Professionals and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander network Recognised family inclusive workplace Veteran employment supporter Find out why a career at the City of Sydney might be right for you. How to apply We welcome candidates from all backgrounds in a workplace as diverse as our communities. We’re passionate about gender balance, with an executive team two-thirds female and half of leadership roles held by women. All applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, veterans and people of diverse sexualities and genders, are encouraged to join us. We’re a disability confident recruiter. If you identify as a person with disability and require support for your application or the recruitment process, contact us at  recruitment@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au or 02 9265 9333. Select ‘apply now’ to submit your resume and selection criteria.

Responsibilities

Lead a small team responsible for delivering strategic park service procurement, strategy development, contract management, and asset management. Ensure assets are safe, high quality, and performing at their best while supporting the delivery of Sustainable Sydney 2030–2050.