Planning Officer

The role of Planning Officer assists in the coordination and development of recreation and sport plans and initiatives, master plans, and feasibility studies for key sport and recreation infrastructure across South Australia. The role will also contribute advice through funding assessments, and ensure alignment with broader government priorities, sustainability, and community needs.

The position will work closely with Senior Recreation and Sport Planners, as well as other teams across the office, to ensure a holistic approach to recreation and sport planning, leading to well-integrated, sustainable, and community-focused outcomes.

This position reports the Manager, Recreation and Sport Planning and supports the Infrastructure and Planning division by contributing to asset management, facilities maintenance, and venues operations.

The role provides specialist advice and support to Executive and staff on recreation and sport and open space planning matters and maintains effective partnerships with other government agencies, local councils and recreation and sport organisations.

Special Conditions

• The Incumbent will be required to participate in the Agency's Performance Management Program.

• The Incumbent may be assigned to another position at this remuneration level or equivalent.

• This role requires a working with children check.

Essential Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in recreation and sport planning, urban planning or other relevant discipline.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

For a Role Description, further information and how to apply please visit https://iworkfor.sa.gov.au and search vacancy number 665440.

Enquiries to:

Sarah Horgan
Manager, Recreation and Sport Planning
Telephone: 0414 565 ***
Email: ************@sa.gov.au

Applications close: 27 April 2025 at 11:00pm