• Comprehensive understanding of urban design principles, strategies, and industry best practices.
• Work in a team that promotes innovative urban design and creative solutions for community development.
• Full-time permanent tenure with great career development opportunities.
• Salary range $97,009 to $ 105,740 plus super (Band 6) with a monthly RDO for full time hours

The City of Casey is one of Victoria’s largest, fastest growing and most diverse cities. The Council plans and delivers quality services and infrastructure for the more than 400,000 residents who call Casey home.

Our workspace is located within Bunjil Place, a must-visit destination nestled within Narre Warren in Melbourne’s south east. Bunjil Place reflects and enhances the city’s rich diversity by providing an energetic and cosmopolitan atmosphere through a lively community meeting place.

Benefits | City of Casey

• Development-focused organisation with access to diverse professional development courses, networks and programs, including financial support for obtaining relevant certifications.
• Flexible work options, including remote work, flexible hours, and the ability to purchase additional leave.
• Multi-award-winning architectural office building with equipped Kitchens, free coffee, onsite Café, Library, and so much more.

We live our values of dreaming big, empowering each other, and making our community proud.

A bit about the role

You will develop and implement urban design policies, strategies, and frameworks to enhance the City of Casey’s liveability. You will be working with a high-performing and collaborative team to improve the City of Casey’s design quality, and overall image. You will also be developing and promoting the Casey Design Excellence Program.

This role will provide comprehensive response to planning referrals on urban design and architectural issues. You will also provide expert advice and advocate for high-quality urban design, ensuring best practices and design standards are met.

What you’ll deliver

• Lead the creation and implementation of urban design frameworks, masterplans, and public realm strategies.
• Develop and apply character guidelines; contribute to land use, mobility, and structure plan reviews.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to drive effective community-focused design outcomes.
• Lead design and delivery of streetscapes, public plazas, gateways, and pedestrian enhancements in activity areas.
• Provide design feedback for council projects, collaborating across teams to create strategic, actionable plans.
• Negotiate with developers and seek government funding to support urban design initiatives and civic improvements.
• Manage project budgets and timelines against corporate requirements and commitments.
• Lead discussions on design excellence and advocate for improved design strategies within the organisation.
• Address design inquiries and advocate for alternative design solutions with various stakeholders.
• Manage expert advice, review urban design and architectural matters, and engage with developers in pre-application meetings

What you’ll bring

• Must hold a Degree in Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or Urban Design
• A proficient level of experience working in a relevant field.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office products and other industry software applications
• such as AutoCAD, SketchUp Pro, Rhino and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Willingness to undergo pre-employment background checks including National Criminal History Check, Working with Children Check & Eligibility to Work check
• A curious, collaborative, and inclusive community mindset.

What’s next?

If you think this role might be for you, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply by following the links and attaching a cover letter and resume. We do not require any selection criteria to be addressed.

Position Description: Senior Urban Designer - PD - 2024 11 18.pdf

To find out more about the role, please contact, Asieh Motazedian Team Leader City Design, on 03 9792 7260 and [email protected]

(Please apply through the links provided and avoid email applications)

Applications will be accepted until 11.55pm on 29 May 2025.

We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

At the City of Casey, we are proud to be an inclusive, child safe, and equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from people of all ages, genders, cultures, backgrounds, and abilities, including those with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ communities, multicultural communities, and refugee or migrant backgrounds.

We are committed to providing a diverse, safe, and inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed. We promote gender equity and actively address barriers to employment, ensuring participation without discrimination and supporting workplace adjustments.

For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Talent Team at 9709 9777 or [email protected].

The City of Casey reserves the right not to make any appointments for this position.
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