Senior Landscape Architect
Seeking 2 Senior Landscape Architects to provide expert advice on design for streetscape projects, local Parks, environmental reserves and much more
Summary about this job
Government - Local
Company: Logan City Council
Location: Brisbane
Work type: Full Time
Salary: n\a
Phone: +61-2-1763-1665
Fax: +61-8-5861-2726
E-mail: n\a
Site: n\a
Detail information about job Senior Landscape Architect. Terms and conditions vacancy
- Opportunity to work on innovative and award winning projects
- Play a key role in planning and designing Logan City’s open space
- $83 – $88k + super + 9 day fortnight
About Us
Logan City Council is an award winning Council specialising in the creation of innovative urban environments including parks and streetscapes.
Logan City Council offers a working environment that is hard to match. We provide a unique workplace that recognises innovation, creativity and teamwork, and encourages personal and professional development.
As a Council employee you will enjoy the many benefits our organisation has to offer - including a nine day fortnight, free on-site parking at work, and flexible working arrangements.
We're the seventh largest local government in Australia, providing community services and facilities to almost 314,000 residents representing over 215 different cultures. We currently have about 1,700 employees who serve the City of Logan community by successfully delivering a large and diverse portfolio of programs and services.
For the succesful applicants, we at Logan City Council's Parks Branch will provide a rewarding role with an organisation that values personal wellbeing, as well as personal and professional development and a tangible focus on creating a great place to work. There is a focus on providing a productive work / life balance with a 9 day fortnight and flexible work hours while having the chance to work in a highly supportive and collaborative team.
Responsibilities include:
- Landscape design for Metropolitan, District & Local Parks, environmental reserves and streetscape projects.
- Provide expert technical advice and mentoring on proposed landscape designs and strategies
- Provide mentorship to Landscape Architects within the business.
- Be responsible for funding submissions and accountability documentation for landscape design projects
About You
Logan City Council relies on the integrity and enthusiasm of our workforce to provide decisions that improve our community. That's why we're looking for people who like to learn, seize initiative and take responsibility for achieving excellence.
If you're the sort of person who is motivated, customer orientated and thrives in a high performing team environment - then we should meet!
Applicants for the Senior Landscape Architect position must be able to demonstrate:
- A desire to excel and a passion for Landscape Architecture
- Proficiency in the use of AutoCAD and graphics software including Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop + InDesign)
- Ability to manage multiple projects
- A demonstrated understanding of community needs and public open space
- A practical understanding of landscape construction and plant knowledge is desirable
- Experience in mentoring junior staff
- Must have a current Australian Driver's Licence
After viewing the position description here, if further information is required about this role, please contact Candy Rosmarin (07) 3412 4566.
Position closes: 5pm, Friday 20th July, 2018 with a view to conduct interviews Wednesday, 25th July 2018.
We're social! - connect with us at #lccjobs through LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram
Sound like your next opportunity? Apply now or head along to Logan City Council Careers to discover more