Lead Landscape Architect – Public Realm Projects

Melton-City-Council; Melton; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional and personal development

Generous leave entitlements

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Melton City Council in Australia is seeking a Senior Landscape Architect to lead the Landscape Architecture team and oversee public realm projects within a rapidly growing municipality. You will manage capital works, engage with stakeholders and community groups, review plans and specifications, and ensure high-quality spaces that enhance liveability for residents.

The role offers a competitive Band 7 salary with superannuation and annual leave, and a collaborative, growth-focused work culture

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in landscape architecture or related discipline.
• Experience in site analysis, landscape design, development, documentation, construction and supervision.
• Experience in leading and preparing project briefs, plans, budgets and timeframes with high quality outputs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Landscape Architecture team, providing expertise in delivering new public landscapes and capital works.
• Develop plans, strategies, guidelines and funding submissions for capital projects.
• Oversee external consultants/contractors to meet Council standards.
• Review drawings, specs and cost estimates and provide feedback to stakeholders.
• Advocate landscape advice across departments for public realm improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Community engagement

Public realm design

Education

Landscape architecture degree

Job description

Melton City Council in Australia is seeking a Senior Landscape Architect to lead the Landscape Architecture team and oversee public realm projects within a rapidly growing municipality. You will manage capital works, engage with stakeholders and community groups, review plans and specifications, and ensure high-quality spaces that enhance liveability for residents.

The role offers a competitive Band 7 salary with superannuation and annual leave, and a collaborative, growth-focused work culture