Landscape Architect

Overview

Temporary full time – up to 2 years. Work with Council’s Landscape team to deliver projects that provide high quality facilities for the local community including public amenities, playgrounds and sportgrounds. Work in the beautiful surrounds of the Hornsby Shire. Enjoy working in a team environment. Enjoy work life balance and flexibility in your role.

Salary $93,342 to $120,258 per annum (based on 70 hours per fortnight), plus superannuation and a 9 day fortnight. Appointed salary in this range will be based on skills, qualifications and experience.

About us

At Hornsby Shire Council, we offer more than just a job. We are a community where everyone plays a vital role in creating a positive culture while delivering meaningful work with a real impact. We are inclusive and flexible and champion your professional growth. Join us in building our Shire for the future and be part of a team that values your individuality and empowers you to contribute to something greater. Find out more about working at Hornsby Shire Council.

About the role

In your role, you will manage the delivery of quality landscape projects undertaken by Council in relation to public reserves and sportsgrounds, with the main focus being the development of local play spaces and park amenities. The position provides for a varied skill set crossing a wide range of professional competencies including landscape design, documentation and project management. Your high standard of professional skills and customer service will be most sought after.

Position requirements

You will have tertiary qualifications in Landscape Architecture and are eligible to become a Registered Landscape Architect, as determined by the Australian Institute of Landscape Architects (AILA).

About you

You will have demonstrated experience in management of all stages of public landscape and/or park amenities building projects including planning, design, consultation, documentation and construction. Excellent communication and customer relationship skills, along with sound judgment and negotiation skills will be required in this role.

Benefits of working with us

We offer more than just a job, we understand the importance of a work-life balance and are proud to offer a range of benefits:

- Flexible working opportunities, such as 9-day fortnight for full time permanent and temporary fixed term employees, hybrid work arrangements, part time and job share work opportunities
- Generous leave provisions, including Long Service Leave after 5 years (transferable between Councils)
- Parental Leave (up to 24 weeks)
- Health & Wellbeing Leave

• Employee Health and Wellbeing Program, as well as Fitness Passport and annual flu vaccinations

- Employee Assistance Program
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Employee recognition scheme
- Motor vehicle novated leasing and salary sacrifice opportunities
- Social Club
- Long Service Awards

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