Project Designer (2D Planning & 3D Visualisation)

KOMPAN Global; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

KOMPAN Global is seeking a design-focused professional to lead playground and outdoor fitness project work from concept to final layouts in Australia. You will ensure compliance with AS4685 and accessibility, integrate site data, and present to clients with Sales, Engineering, and the Kompan Design Studio in Denmark.

You will create precise 2D AutoCAD drawings, develop photo-realistic 3D visualisations, interpret site plans, and support cross‑team collaboration across projects while maintaining

Qualifications

• Proven design experience in landscape/architectural or playground design.
• Strong AutoCAD skills and ability to create 3D visualisations.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate 2D technical drawings and layouts using AutoCAD
• Create high-quality, photo-realistic 3D visualisations and animations for playground and outdoor fitness projects
• Interpret site plans and incorporate topographic details into layouts
• Producing accurate technical drawings in AutoCAD and ensuring full compliance with AS4685
• Creating visually engaging presentations that clearly communicate design intent
• Prepare visually engaging client presentations using company templates to communicate design intent effectively
• Collaborating with internal teams and external partners throughout the project lifecycle
• Managing multiple projects while maintaining design integrity and timelines

Skills

AutoCAD

3D tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Clear communicator

Organization

Tools

AutoCAD

3D visualization

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Designing world-class playgrounds and outdoor fitness solutions

In this role, you will take the lead in designing and documenting playground and fitness projects from the earliest concept through to final technical layouts. You’ll ensure every design meets Australian Standards (AS4685), accessibility guidelines, and our internal design principles. Your work will involve close collaboration with Sales, Engineering, Installation, Marketing, and the Kompan Design Studio in Denmark, as well as occasional direct presentations to clients.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Produce accurate 2D technical drawings and layouts using AutoCAD
• Create high-quality, photo-realistic 3D visualisations and animations for playground and outdoor fitness projects
• Interpret site plans and incorporate topographic details into layouts
• Producing accurate technical drawings in AutoCAD and ensuring full compliance with AS4685
• Creating visually engaging presentations that clearly communicate design intent
• Prepare visually engaging client presentations using company templates to communicate design intent effectively
• Collaborating with internal teams and external partners throughout the project lifecycle
• Managing multiple projects while maintaining design integrity and timelines

Driving quality through creativity and teamwork

You have proven experience in design - ideally within landscape architecture, architecture, industrial design, or playground design - and you’re confident working across concept development, technical documentation, and cross‑team collaboration. You thrive and enjoy managing multiple priorities, and take pride in delivering high‑quality, compliant design solutions.

Moreover, We Imagine You Have/are

• A confident communicator who can clearly explain design ideas to colleagues, partners, and clients.
• Strong technical skills in AutoCAD, supported by experience with 3D tools and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in drawings and documentation.
• Comfortable managing several projects at once while maintaining design integrity and meeting deadlines.
• Collaborative, open to feedback, and motivated by creating solutions that meet real user and client needs.
• Curious and adaptable, with an interest in staying up to date on materials, safety standards, and design trends.

KOMPAN – Who are we?

KOMPAN is a global leader in outdoor play and fitness solutions. We design, produce, and install over 1,000 playgrounds and fitness areas every month across 94 countries. Our HQ is based in Odense, Denmark, with manufacturing site in Czech Republic and sales offices worldwide.

What’s our culture like?

We combine professionalism with playfulness. Our teams work across functions and cultures, valuing diversity, creativity, and results.

Why should you work with us?

At KOMPAN we make a real impact – creating healthier, happier communities through play and movement and have done this since 1970. You'll grow your career while changing lives worldwide. This is a very strong purpose to be part of.

KOMPAN is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all to apply.