Landscape Architect

Blacktown is a vibrant city located in the very heart of Greater Sydney, halfway between Sydney City and the Blue Mountains. It is a city of ambition and excitement. With a total of 54 residential suburbs, and population of 415,000 coming from more than 180 different birthplaces, Blacktown City is one of the most diverse communities in Australia.

Working in Blacktown City provides a wealth of professional opportunities. Blacktown City Council is the largest council in New South Wales, 4th largest in Australia and a leader in the development of the western Sydney region. With almost unmatched growth expected over the next 25 years, we are on an exciting journey of transformation to prepare for a population of more than 644,000. There has never been a more exciting time to join one of Sydney’s most dynamic and high-performing councils as we continue to deliver outstanding levels of service for our proud and diverse community and prepare our great city for the future.

Blacktown City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.

About the opportunity

We are seeking enthusiastic, committed, innovative and qualified Landscape Architects to join our Recreation Planning and Design team on a permanent, full-time basis.

In this role, you will be required to design and document a wide range of open space and landscape development projects. You will need to have a flair for creativity, excellent communication skills, a high level of design resolution, document and project management skills.

An ideal candidate will have a commitment to teamwork, and be able to meet designated time frames and deadlines. In return, you will experience the benefits of working in a dynamic and supportive work environment, with a friendly and encouraging team to help shape the future of Blacktown City.

Qualifications and experience

Essential:

• Tertiary qualification in Landscape Architecture or a related field
• Solid work experience in a related field
• Knowledge of applicable legislation/regulations
• Driver's licence.

Remuneration and benefits

The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with Blacktown City Council’s Enterprise Agreement.

• 35-hour working week
• Car allowance
• Opportunity to participate in Council's flextime arrangement
• Employee benefits such as leave entitlements (where applicable), 11% employer contribution payable to your nominated superannuation fund, Fitness Passport, gym membership discounts, and social clubs.

Our commitment to safety

Blacktown City Council is committed to safety. We have introduced alcohol and other drug testing at the pre-employment phase, and via a series of random and cause testing.

We are a child safe organisation that supports and promotes the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children.

Position description 

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Closing Date:           Friday 12 April 2024, 11.59 pm     

Contact Officer:       Megan Oakes on 9839 6962

INTERNAL REF:      BCC95 and BCC1610