Graduate Urban Designer
WHY US
At Liverpool City Council we're embarking on critical growth projects for our city. For planning professionals with experience and purpose this is a unique opportunity to be part of a team that's building a city that will set new standards for excellence.
JOB DETAILS
Temporary - 2 years, Full Time 35 hours, 5 days/week $80,419-$88,118 + Super
JOB DESCRIPTION
Working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, you will support the production and delivery of urban design projects across the Liverpool Local Government Area.
You will play a key role in developing innovative, people-focused design solutions that enhance public spaces and contribute to a vibrant, sustainable city. In this role, you will:
- Contribute to design discussions within the City Design and Public Domain team, including participation in design critique sessions, optioneering and cross-Council collaboration
- Support the team in delivering design outcomes for Liverpool
- Prepare urban design plans, sections and detailed design documentation
- Produce high-quality graphic presentations and renderings to communicate design concepts
- Develop analysis diagrams, sections and detailed design outputs for urban design projects
- Prepare reports and presentation materials for a range of audiences including the community, Councillors and internal stakeholders
- Assist in the preparation of grant submissions for City Design and Public Domain initiatives
- Undertake other duties as required by the Coordinator City Design & Public Domain and/or Manager Infrastructure Planning
ABOUT YOU
To be successful in this role, you will have the following:
- Currently studying or recently completed a tertiary qualification in Urban Design, Landscape Architecture, Architecture or a related discipline
- Experience (through university or in a professional setting) contributing to design projects such as urban design, landscape architecture or architecture projects
- Proven ability to produce high-quality design outputs including diagrams, plans, sections and 3D visualisation
- Strong time management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
- Well-developed communication skills, including written, verbal and graphic presentation
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment
- Experience in desktop publishing for reports, presentations and other documentation
- Understanding of Work Health and Safety practices, Equal Employment Opportunity principles, ethical practice and multicultural diversity
BENEFITS OF WORKING AT LCC
- Passionate, collaborative, and friendly team, who will support you and help you grow professionally.
- Professional learning and development opportunities, including training courses and study assistance for further education.
- Hybrid working arrangements, with 3-days working from office and up-to 2-days optional work from home per week.
- Ability to access 2 health and wellbeing days per year.
Be part of a passionate, energetic, and supportive multi-disciplinary team.
Great office location in the heart of the Liverpool CBD, close to public transport and with subside parking available; and Professional development opportunities, including training courses and study assistance for further education.
Salary within the above-specified range, will be dependent on the relevant skills, experience, and competencies of the successful applicant.
Liverpool City Council is committed to providing a working environment that supports all employees to reach their full potential.
To be eligible to apply for permanent positions at Liverpool City Council, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including First nation people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council.
All successful candidates will be required to obtain a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process and may be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check
HOW TO APPLY: Please click the 'Apply' button above. Applicants must submit a covering letter outlining your interest and how your background and experience suit this opportunity, as well as your resume.
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CLOSING Applications Close 11.59pm, two weeks after date job posted
Be part of creating the future, for further information about the position please contact Luke Chesworth, Volunteer & Foundational Roles Coordinator/Convenor at chesworthl@liverpool.nsw.gov.au
