Graphic Designer

Create futures worth inheriting with SMEC and the SJ Group

About SJ Group

At SJ, we're building identity into infrastructure, character into skylines and peace of mind into everyday life.

A global urban and infrastructure consultancy firm with over 75 years of project delivery success, SJ and its member companies continue a collective legacy that delivers global expertise with local precision.

Become part of our 16,000 client-centric specialists in more than 120 offices in over 40 countries who shape spaces across the world to meet the needs of today and the aspirations of generations to come.

About SMEC

For 75 years, SMEC has built a reputation as a trusted partner on major transport and energy infrastructure projects around the world. Our diverse workforce of professionals are highly respected experts who bring talent, experience and passion to their fields.

SMEC is committed to positively impact the people, the environment and the clients and communities we serve.

Your Opportunity with us

12-Month Fixed Term Contract | Bring Creativity to Life

We're on the search for a creative, detail-driven Graphic Designer to join our Marketing & Communications team on an initial12-month fixed-term contract, based in our Melbourne office. This is a hybrid role (3 days in office).

This role is hands-on and creative, with responsibility for designing and producing high-quality visual communications that showcase SMEC's expertise and strengthen our brand presence. You will work closely with stakeholders across the business to deliver on-brand creative that supports both internal and external initiatives.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Design & Production: Create and deliver a wide range of visual assets – including social media graphics, infographics, presentations, diagrams, maps, print materials, animations, and video.
• Campaigns & Events: Contribute to the conceptualisation and execution of campaigns and events through strong, consistent design outputs.
• Brand Stewardship: Apply and enforce SMEC's brand guidelines, ensuring design work is aligned, professional, and impactful.
• Corporate Collateral: Support the design of publications, capability statements, and high-value bids.
• Training & Support: Provide guidance to internal teams, enabling them to produce quality, on-brand materials.

About You

You are a creative all-rounder with the ability to transform complex briefs into clear, visually compelling communications. You balance creativity with practical execution and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

To be successful in this role, your core strengths will include:

• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and brand consistency
• Ability to balance creative innovation with meeting business needs
• Collaborative mindset with strong communication skills
• Proactive approach to problem solving and capacity management

You'll ideally bring:

• Diploma or degree in graphic design, visual communications, or equivalent relevant experience
• Deep understanding of design principles and ability to apply best practice across digital and print
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects)
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint and Word
• Approximately 4+ years experience in a similar role
• Photography, videography, and editing skills (desirable)
• Previous exposure to digital/web design (preferably WordPress)
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment

Why Join Us?

This is more than just a design job, it's a chance to work on meaningful content across real-world infrastructure and engineering projects, within a friendly and professional team that values high standards and creative thinking.

To find out more about SMEC, please visit our careers page at 

All recruitment activities go through our Recruitment & Talent function and currently, this role doesn't require agency input. Please do not forward resume directly to SMEC employees/managers; we do not accept unsolicited resumes and are not responsible for any associated fees.