Graduate Designer

Careers at Council; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring

Flexible working arrangements

Corporate fitness program

Opportunities to contribute to public-

Job summary

Lake Macquarie City Council is seeking a Graduate Designer to kick-start a professional design career. Join the Public Domain Design Team and contribute to diverse community infrastructure projects including public buildings, landscapes, recreation facilities and urban spaces in Lake Macquarie.

Under supervision of experienced design professionals, you will participate in the full project lifecycle from site investigations and concept development through to construction documentation,

Qualifications

• Degree in Architecture, Landscape Architecture or related discipline.
• Strong design and documentation skills.
• Good written and verbal communication.
• Experience with CAD and design software.

Responsibilities

• Assist with site investigations, site analysis and project planning.
• Prepare concept designs and develop building and landscape design solutions.
• Produce design documentation to support Development Applications and project delivery.
• Support management of consultants and stakeholders through design and delivery.
• Use CAD and Adobe Creative Suite to prepare design documents and presentations.

Job description

• Are you a recent graduate ready to turn your design
  knowledge into real-world projects that shape communities?
• Looking to develop your skills across building and
  landscape design while working alongside experienced industry professionals?
• Ready to gain hands-on experience delivering projects that
  make a lasting impact across Lake Macquarie?

LET’S EXPLORE THE JOB

Kick-start your professional
design career with Lake Macquarie City Council as a Graduate Designer.
Working within our Public Domain Design Team, you'll have the
opportunity to contribute to the design and delivery of a diverse range of
community infrastructure projects, including public buildings, landscapes,
recreation facilities and urban spaces.

Supported by experienced Building and Landscape Design professionals, you'll
gain exposure to the full project lifecycle, from site investigations and
concept development through to construction documentation, stakeholder
engagement and project delivery. This is an exciting opportunity to develop
your technical expertise while building a rewarding career that helps shape the
future of our city.

This exciting role will:

• Assist with site investigations, site analysis and project
  planning activities to support the delivery of design projects.
• Prepare concept designs and develop building and landscape
  design solutions that meet project requirements and community needs
• Produce design documentation to support Development
  Applications, Construction Certificates and project delivery.
• Support the management of consultants, project stakeholders
  and project activities throughout the design and delivery process
• Use CAD and Adobe Creative Suite software to prepare design
  documentation and presentation materials.
• Participate in stakeholder consultation and contribute to
  projects that enhance community facilities and public spaces across Lake
  Macquarie.

Read the position statementhereto
learn more about this exciting opportunity.

LET’S HEAR ABOUT YOU

• You have recently completed, or are nearing completion of,
  a degree in Architecture, Landscape Architecture or a related discipline.
• You are passionate about building and landscape design and
  eager to apply your knowledge in a professional environment.
• You can manage competing priorities, work towards deadlines
  and maintain attention to detail.
• You have strong written and verbal communication skills and
  enjoy collaborating with others to achieve positive outcomes
• You are proficient in Microsoft Office and have experience
  using CAD and design software, preferably ArchiCAD, Vectorworks or Adobe
  Creative Suite.
• You hold a current NSW Driver Licence and are willing to
  travel between sites as required.

LET’S REVEAL THE PERKS

This position provides:

• Competitive salary $90,202 to $104,831 per year + 12%
  superannuation
  
• Enterprise Agreement pay increases apply
• Flexible working arrangements where operationally
  appropriate
• Access to mentoring and structured learning to help launch
  your professional career
• Corporate fitness program from as little as $8 per week
• Opportunities to work on meaningful projects that enhance
  community facilities and public spaces throughout Lake Macquarie

CHOOSE THE LAKE MAC WAY

We know it is our people that will shape the future of our city. That’s why we’re passionate about providing a workplace that empowers our staff to be creative, innovative and bold. When you join the team at Lake Macquarie City Council, you’re joining a group of people with a commitment to make our city even better. We’re proud of our city and the work we do, and we know you will be too.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workforce. We believe that a diverse network of employees, which truly reflects the people it serves and represents, is best equipped to understand and meet the needs of our community. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, refugees and people with disability. We understand the skills and attributes veterans can bring to our Council.