Landscape Architect

$83,593 - $91,119 pa (plus super)

Temporary Full Time (2 years)

The City of Greater Dandenong is an organisation of exceptional character. We invest in the development of our people and the community and we strive to be a workplace that is respectful, engaged, accountable, creative and honest. We are a progressive organisation, in a city that is on the move and we offer a dynamic and rewarding work environment.

We offer exceptional working conditions and are focused on providing a workplace that values diverse contributions, cares for your health and wellbeing and fosters a positive work culture. We ensure all people have an equal opportunity for employment and advancement within our organisation.

We embrace our diverse community and work environment and encourage applications from everyone including people of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander background, people of diverse sexual orientation and gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people of varied age, ability, and faith. Council will give due consideration to any workplace adjustments to accommodate the needs of any prospective or existing staff member.

The City of Greater Dandenong has a unique opportunity for a Landscape Architect to join our friendly Strategic Design and Sustainability Planning team based in Dandenong. Ideally you will have strong design, project management and communication skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively within our team and the city improvement team. Work as part of our open space team, a dedicated, high-performing and passionate team to deliver exciting community projects and help shape the future for visitors and residents of the City of Greater Dandenong.

The main responsibilities of this position include:

• Prepare concept designs, project briefs, design documentation, specifications and tender/quotation documents
• Community consultation and liaising with internal and external stakeholders
• Delivery of end to end capital works projects
• Ensure that works are carried out in accordance with approved plans and specifications, including environmental, occupational health and safety and risk management requirements.

The successful applicants will have well developed communication skills and be tertiary qualified in Landscape Architecture or related field. Strong AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite skills will also be highly regarded.

Applicants must adequately meet the requirements of the role and fully address the selection criteria contained in the position description. To view a copy of this position description and to apply, please click on the link below.

 https://jobs.greaterdandenong.com/

You may be required to undertake work preference profiling / psychometric testing or aptitude testing.

The successful candidate will be asked to produce a clear Working with Children Check and will be asked to consent to a national police check.

We offer a range of benefits for staff including a friendly team environment, salary sacrificed child care (where available), discounted gym membership and a vibrant social club.

Further information: Jane Brodie, 8571 1433
Applications close: 5pm, Friday, 23 August 2019