We’re working with a Council west of Melbourne to recruit a Senior Designer (Landscape Architect or Urban Designer) for a 12-month contract, covering long service leave from June 2025 to June 2026.

You’ll be joining a collaborative team responsible for delivering concept plans and early-stage design for a wide range of public realm and infrastructure projects – including streetscapes, bike paths, trails, and greening initiatives.

This is a great opportunity to shape community spaces and contribute to meaningful, people-focused design outcomes.

What you’ll be doing:

• Lead the design process from site analysis through to concept development and costing
• Create high-quality visuals for stakeholder engagement and community consultation
• Prepare design briefs, reports, and cost estimates
• Support detailed documentation for tender and construction as required
• Collaborate with internal teams and external consultants
• Provide input across a variety of capital works and open space projects

What we’re looking for:

• Qualification in Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, Civil Design or similar
• Experience working on public realm or local government projects
• Ability to produce strong design concepts and clear visual presentations
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office
• Understanding of landscape construction, plant selection, and site supervision
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with community engagement is highly regarded
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple design tasks concurrently

The benefits:

• 12-month contract with strong project pipeline
• Flexible work options (part-time may be considered)
• Hybrid working (2–3 days in the office)
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Work on impactful projects that benefit the local community

If you would like to review a position description, discuss this role in more detail or discuss other opportunities within Local Government, please contact:

Michael Parker on 0431 593 048

or send an email to [email protected]

Alternatively, you can apply by using the link below.

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