Senior Urban Designer

• Salary $127,037.56 to $147,362.80 p/a + super
• Temporary full time position – Up to 12 months
• Work from Home (WFH) options / Flexible Working Arrangements
• Access to private use of a vehicle through Council’s Private Leaseback Scheme

About Ku-ring-gai Council

Ku-ring-gai is one of Sydney’s most beautiful and environmentally rich areas, located just 16km north of the CBD.

With a mix of vibrant town centres, leafy residential areas, heritage precincts, and natural bushland, we are a local government area committed to balancing growth with sustainability, character, and community values.

About the role

As a Senior Urban Designer, you will play a key role in shaping the strategic direction of urban design projects, public domain plans, and place-based initiatives.

Working closely with internal and external stakeholders, you will guide the integration of urban design principles into planning policy, development assessment, and infrastructure delivery.

Your duties will include, but are not limited to

• Manage the preparation of urban design plans, policies and strategies
• Assist with the assessment of Planning Proposals and Development Applications
• Provide specialist technical knowledge and advice for inclusion in Council reports
• Prepare master plans and 3D modelling for key sites and precincts
• Assist with review of key Council policy documents including LEP, LSPS, DCP and the Local Housing Strategy
• Participate in community engagement processes

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• Degree qualification in architecture or landscape architecture ideally with a post graduate qualification in Urban design
• Eligible for professional accreditation through relevant organisation
• Minimum 10 years post-graduate experience in urban design, architecture or urban planning
• Extensive experience in the management of urban design projects and consultants
• Advanced computer literacy in a broad range of software including CAD, Adobe Suite and Sketchup
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team

This is an exciting opportunity to influence the built environment and deliver meaningful change in a high-performing and collaborative team.

Benefits

• 35 hour working week
• Work from Home (WFH) options / Flexible Working Arrangements
• Access to private use of a vehicle through Council’s Private Leaseback Scheme
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Health & Fitness $100 yearly reimbursement (conditional)
• Free confidential Employee Assistance Program
• Beautiful Ku-ring-gai Location
• Supportive team environment
• Access to a wide range of development and training opportunities

For more information on the benefits offered at Ku-ring-gai Council, please refer to our website click here.

How to apply

Applicants are required to address all Essential Criteria as listed within the Position Description to be eligible for an interview.

Like to know more? Please contact Bill Royal on 9424 0946

Closes: 11.30pm, Thursday 23 October 2025

Ku-ring-gai Council is an equal opportunity employer