We’re working with a Council west of Melbourne to recruit a Senior Designer (Landscape Architect or Urban Designer) for a 12-month contract, covering long service leave from June 2025 to June 2026. You’ll be joining a collaborative team responsible for delivering concept plans and early-stage design for a wide range of public realm and infrastructure projects – including streetscapes, bike paths, trails, and greening initiatives. This is a great opportunity to shape community spaces and contribute to meaningful, people-focused design outcomes. What you’ll be doing: Lead the design process from site analysis through to concept development and costing Create high-quality visuals for stakeholder engagement and community consultation Prepare design briefs, reports, and cost estimates Support detailed documentation for tender and construction as required Collaborate with internal teams and external consultants Provide input across a variety of capital works and open space projects What we’re looking for: Qualification in Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, Civil Design or similar Experience working on public realm or local government projects Ability to produce strong design concepts and clear visual presentations Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office Understanding of landscape construction, plant selection, and site supervision Strong written and verbal communication skills Experience with community engagement is highly regarded Ability to work independently and manage multiple design tasks concurrently The benefits: 12-month contract with strong project pipeline Flexible work options (part-time may be considered) Hybrid working (2–3 days in the office) Supportive and collaborative team environment Work on impactful projects that benefit the local community If you would like to review a position description, discuss this role in more detail or discuss other opportunities within Local Government, please contact: Michael Parker on 0431 593 048 or send an email to [email protected] Alternatively, you can apply by using the link below. All communication will be strictly confidential. Please check our website for further opportunities, apply for job alerts or to refer a friend. www.aspectpersonnel.com.au