Graduate Landscape Architect

Located 20km west of Sydney on Dharug country, with a population of over 245,000 residents, Cumberland City Council is the fourth most populous Local Government Area in Greater Sydney. Cumberland boasts one of the most diverse communities in Australia, with people from many different backgrounds and cultures living alongside one another.

Our people are focused on driving community outcomes, programs and services to innovate, inspire and deliver change for the community we represent and has worked hard to fulfil its community's vision for Cumberland as a place where anyone can feel welcome , belong and succeed .

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

The Environment and Planning Systems team sits within Council's Environment and Planning Directorate and focuses on public space planning and design, environment and resource recovery, and planning systems within the Cumberland LGA, along with supporting Council's strategic objectives by enhancing the life and vitality of the communities who call Cumberland home.

We currently have a great opportunity for a Graduate Landscape Architect to join our Public Spaces Design team. You will have the opportunity to work in all aspects of Landscape Architecture assisting with designing sustainable, fit for purpose open space and facilities. Reporting to the Principal Landscape Architect the role will provide open space design and landscape architectural services to enhance Council's active and passive open spaces. You will obtain on the job learning experience, mentoring and work with a range of industry professionals and stakeholders to deliver projects for the community.

The successful applicant will require :

• Degree or diploma qualified in landscape architecture or equivalent and / or relevant industry experience in an allied field
• Ability to prepare landscape plans and detailed drawings
• Demonstrated skills in preparing landscape design documentation using design applications, ideally AutoCAD / Vectorworks and Adobe CC
• Ability to assist in the preparation of reports and provide technical landscape and urban design advice in response to organisational needs
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Current Class C drivers licence

Download the position description herefor more information.

About this role :

Term contract full-time position for a period of up to three (3) years70 hour fortnightAccess to Council's 9 day fortnight Accrued Day Off (ADO)Located at Council's Auburn office, with frequent travel required across Council worksites, and may be required to work across any of Council's work locations

Salary information : The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award.

Grade 8 of the Cumberland Salary Structure with a salary range of $1,376.59 to $1,686.33 per week, plus 12% superannuationThe commencing salary will be negotiated, taking into consideration the successful applicant's qualifications, skills and experience related to the role

What you'll need to have for this role :

The right to live and work in AustraliaBe able to provide information for pre-employment checks required for the position, including attending a physical pre-employment medical examination as requiredParticipate in health monitoring as outlined in the risk assessment for this position and Council's Health Monitoring Procedure, as requiredProvide evidence of your vaccination status as part of the employment screening process, in accordance with Council's COVID-19 Vaccination Procedure.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER

We promote work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements including working from home opportunities or up to an additional five (5) days' leave for front-facing roles that are unable to access working from home arrangementsTraining and professional development opportunities available to develop skills and grow your careerLeave entitlements including annual leave,15 dayspersonal leave per year, parental leave and access to Long Service Leave after five (5) years (where applicable)Three (3) additional grant days of paid leave over Christmas (where applicable)Corporate Health Insurance discountsHealth and Wellbeing Programs to support our staff by providing access to online professional learning, paid leave to undertake annual skin checks, COVID-19 vaccinations and to donate bloodSubsidies to assist with the cost of wellness and fitness activitiesFree access to Council owned and managed Aquatic CentresAccess to Council's Fitness Passport Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

ABOUT US

Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people, and fully supports the aims and objectives of NSW Child Protection Legislation, and associated provisions. Council will implement all necessary measures to ensure a safe and supportive environment, which endeavours to promote child protection practices. It is essential for applicants to submit their WWCC number with their application, if required, and it is an offence under NSW legislation for barred workers to apply for or otherwise attempt to obtain, undertake or remain in child-related employment.

Cumberland City Council is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, reflective of the community it represents. Council welcomes and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, and is committed to providing an accessible and safe workplace for our staff through making reasonable adjustments. If you have any accessibility or support requirements throughout the recruitment process, please contact the hiring manager during the application process.

ENQUIRIES

Contact Ahmed Mehio, Coordinator Public Spaces Design on or for further information.

Closing date : 11 : 59pm, Tuesday 9 September 2025

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