Drafting Designer

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Are you passionate about bringing retail spaces to life through thoughtful, commercially-minded design? Retail Food Group (RFG) is seeking a detail-oriented Drafting Designer to create efficient, brand-aligned store layouts and support the development process from concept to completion—ensuring every location is designed for long-term success.
About Us Retail Food Group (RFG) is a global food and beverage company headquartered in Queensland.
As Australia's largest multi-brand retail food and beverage franchise owner, we proudly roast and supply high-quality coffee in Sydney and own and produce our iconic Beefy's pies and sweet treats right here in Queensland.
We're committed to achieving strong results and supporting our franchise partners, all while fostering a friendly, inclusive environment that values both our partners and our people.
What You'll Be Doing: As the Drafting Designer within Retail Food Group (RFG), you will be responsible for drafting and designing store plans for new builds and refurbishments across all RFG brands.
This role requires a keen understanding of our brand standards, cost-effectiveness, compliance with food standards and laws, and a commitment to sustainability.
We seek a skilled designer with expertise in architectural drafting, who can translate strategic objectives into practical and innovative store designs that enhance brand identity and customer experience.
Key Responsibilities:
• Collaborate with new franchisees to guide them through the store design journey, ensuring their needs are met while maintaining brand standards.
• Engage with existing franchisees during refurbishments to provide design solutions that are both cost-effective and compliant with relevant regulations.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders, including Leasing, Projects, Marketing, and Operations, to ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Continuously review and improve store designs to ensure relevance, cost efficiency, and sustainability.
• Draft store plans that comply with sustainability legislation and align with RFG's brand standards across the brand portfolio.
• Utilize Salesforce to manage all design inputs and outputs, ensuring transparency and efficiency in the design process.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external shopfitters, suppliers, and contractors to ensure quality and timeliness in the execution of store designs.
• Ensure compliance with all building code requirements and franchise regulations across states.
• Represent RFG and its brands in negotiations with franchise partners, ensuring design solutions meet both business and operational needs.
What We're Looking For:
• Proficient in Archicad software, with a strong understanding of Australian building standards.
• Demonstrated experience in store design and drafting, with a keen eye for quality and detail.
• Strong communication skills to effectively convey design concepts and plans to stakeholders.
• Technical knowledge of building materials, construction methods, and commercial kitchen layouts.
• Solution-oriented problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and timelines.
• Proven ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with internal and external partners.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel.
• Qualifications in architecture, Design, Construction Management, or a related field.
What's in it for you:
• Join a business in growth, where your expertise in site sourcing and lease negotiation makes a real impact.
• Be part of a fun and vibrant team that thrives on strong relationships and commercial success.
• Enjoy perks that go beyond the basics – including mental health leave, birthday leave, paid parental leave, WHEREFIT discounts and exclusive Employment Hero rewards
• A new and modern office.
• A supportive environment that encourages professional growth and long-term career development.
• Contribute to the design and planning of store layouts that support the commercial success of locations across Australia.
At RFG, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is key to fostering innovation and success.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age or marital status.
We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive atmosphere for all employees.
Join us and be part of a team where your unique perspectives and experiences are valued and encouraged.
Apply now and help us build something great.
For more information about RFG visit: www.rfg.com.au
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