Landscape Architect – Design and Documentation

Dja Dja Wurrung Enterprises Pty Ltd; Bendigo; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Join DJAARA as a Landscape Architect to shape places that honor Country and Culture. This role involves working closely with the Djaara community to integrate cultural knowledge into design projects, contributing to meaningful community engagement and storytelling through landscapes. Full-time or part-time options available, with a starting salary of $85k plus superannuation.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Tax-free salary packaging

Employee Assistance Program

Training and career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 2-5 years’ experience in landscape architecture or related field.
• Confidence in using design tools like AutoCAD and Adobe.
• Genuine interest in Indigenous design and storytelling.

Responsibilities

• Gather and embed cultural knowledge into landscape designs.
• Coordinate design projects ensuring quality and integrity.
• Collaborate with a team of planners and cultural knowledge holders.

Skills

Communication

Cultural Knowledge

Design Thinking

Education

Degree in Landscape Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Ready to design alongside mob to honour Country and Culture? Then join us at DJAARA to help shape places that tell our story!

• Salary starting from - $85k + superannuation
• Full-Time or Part Time Options
• 1 Year Parental Leave position with possibility of extension
• Option of a 9 day fortnight for FT employees
• Bendigo Location -Dja Dja Wurrung Location
• Not for Profit Salary packaging options

Why DJAARA?

DJAARA holds the native title rights of the Dja Dja Wurrung and describes Dja Dja Wurrung aspirations and the Corporation’s areas of responsibility and opportunity in the Dhelkunya Dja Country Plan (2014-2034).The goals in the Country Plan gives purpose to our work and sets out the community vision for our People to be strong, underpinned by our living culture, our lands, and waters to be in good condition and actively managed to protect our values and to promote the laws, culture, and rights of all Dja Dja Wurrung People.

To learn more about DJAARA, visit our websitehttps://djadjawurrung.com.au/

How can you make an impact?

We’re looking for a Landscape Architect who’s ready to listen deeply, design thoughtfully, and work with heart. This role is part of our Djandak Design team – a creative, supportive group of people who bring Djaara voices into landscapes, streetscapes, public spaces and buildings. You'll help shape places that feel right – for Country, for Culture, and for the Djaara community.

What you’ll be doing:

• Working closely with Djaara people to gather and embed cultural knowledge into design
• Helping shape projects from early ideas all the way through to concept design, documentation, and delivery
• Supporting the creative side of storytelling – from signage to digital interpretation and public art
• Blending design with cultural values, community voices, and deep respect for Country
• Coordinating design projects and ensuring everything is delivered with care, integrity, and quality
• Collaborating with a team of planners, designers, cultural knowledge holders, and artists

What you will you bring?

• A degree in Landscape Architecture (or a related field)
• 2–5 years’ experience (ideally in private practice, local council or government)
• Confidence in using tools like AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite
• Ability to clearly communicate design ideas – both by hand and digitally
• Are a great listener and communicator who enjoys working with others
• A genuine interest in Indigenous design, storytelling, and placemaking
• Ability to respect cultural protocols and understand the importance of Indigenous Cultural Intellectual Property (or are open to learning)

There are many benefits of working at DJAARA.

• Contributing to useful and rewarding work and giving something back to the community
• Training and career growth opportunities across DJAARA
• A portion of your income can be tax-free by salary packaging your personal expenses.
• Additional tax-free salary packaging on dining and accommodation expenses
• Flexible work options available and work-life balance actively encouraged.
• Access to free and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• The expected salary range is from $85k + super (based on experience)
• Option of working a 9-day fortnight.

How to apply

If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit your resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria.

DJAARA are committed to a safe working environment and the successful applicant must be willing to undergo a fit for work assessment

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

Need more information?

If you require additional information, please contact Claire Reynolds for a yarn on0459 336 276

The Position Description which can be found athttps://djadjawurrung.com.au/category/jobs/will also provide further information including the Key Selection Criteria, responsibilities, and the primary purpose of the position.

APPLY NOW - Applications closing 28 May 2025

Contact Person

Claire Reynolds

Program Manager Design

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