Interior Designer

• Design spaces that support learning, connection, and wellbeing
• Full time 2-year fixed term opportunity based at our Callaghan Campus
• 17% super, generous annual, personal, and life leave, wellbeing programs, health and fitness discounts

We're looking for a creative and solutions-focused Interior Designer to join our Estate Strategy and Planning team within Infrastructure and Facilities Services.

This role plays a key part in transforming underutilised areas into vibrant, functional spaces that enhance the experience of students, staff, and the wider community.

You'll contribute to both strategic planning and project delivery, ensuring design solutions are cost-effective, technically sound, and aligned with the University's vision.

In this role you will:

• Identify opportunities to improve space utilisation and contribute to the creation of learning and working environments.
• Deliver innovative and practical design solutions for minor refurbishments and space enhancements across our campuses.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and planning teams to develop design briefs and ensure alignment with strategic goals.
• Manage all stages of the design process, from concept through to construction documentation and delivery.

This position is for a period of 2 years and will be located at the Callaghan Campus (Awabakal land).

Part time arrangements will be considered for the right candidate.

You will have:

• Proven experience delivering thoughtful and effective interior design solutions, supported by a portfolio showcasing work in higher education or similarly complex environments.
• Excellent communication skills with a strong ability to engage and collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Proven ability to deliver technically resolved documentation and manage construction delivery in line with standards and compliance requirements.
• A creative, user-focused mindset with a passion for transforming spaces into places people want to be.

The remuneration for this position is from $103, % superannuation and is commensurate with skills and experience.

In addition to working for a university that is breaking boundaries, discovering new ways of thinking and cementing a place as a global leader, we offer a range of benefits to our employees to ensure you balance your commitments, stay healthy and work effectively.

These include:

• 17% super and salary packaging.
• Additional University Holiday days, generous personal, life, and parental leave, annual leave loading, and additional purchased leave scheme.
• Discounts on private health insurance, gym memberships, software, travel and more.
• A range of support and wellbeing programs.

For more information on benefits and conditions, please follow this link.

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision are our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability.

Infrastructure and Facilities Services (IFS) plays a critical role in maintaining and enhancing the University's physical infrastructure to support world-class education, research, and community engagement. The Estate Strategy and Planning unit within IFS is responsible for the strategic planning and management of the University's physical assets, ensuring spaces are optimally designed to meet current and future needs.

Important information before you apply:

• If viewing this on a job board other than the University's please click 'Apply' (or equivalent) to reach the University's website, where a copy of the Position Description can be accessed. Please download a copy from the Related Documents section before commencing your application.
• Applications for this position will only be accepted from those with Australian residency or a valid work permit.

Your application:

Your application must include:

• Your resume.
• A cover letter outlining your motivation to apply for this opportunity.
• A statement addressing the Essential Criteria listed in the attached Position Description.

Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one PDF document. This document should not exceed 3 pages.

We value diversity and strive to ensure that our recruitment processes are equitable, inclusive, and barrier-free. If you require an alternative pathway to view the Position Description or to submit an application, please reach out to

We also seek to provide a fair chance to all applicants by providing reasonable adjustments where required during the assessment and interview phases of the recruitment process.

For specific position enquiries, please contact Tim Johnson, Senior Manager, Design & Space Strategy on or via email at

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Closing date: Thursday 9 October 2025 at 11.59pm AEDT

We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you

We provide opportunities for all people regardless of their background and experience, and this philosophy is reflected across all that we do.

The University of Newcastle is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity, and social inclusion. Women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.