Senior Landscape Architect | Local Government | Contract A metropolitan Melbourne council is seeking an experienced Senior Landscape Architect to join their Open Space Landscape Design team on a contract basis.
This is a hands-on role delivering capital works and operational programs across the public realm — from concept design through to documentation and project delivery.
You'll provide specialist support to the Coordinator, mentor junior team members, and play a key role in shaping the council's open space strategy.
About the role: Prepare landscape design concepts, master plans, cost estimates, working drawings and specifications for capital works and operational projects Project manage capital works to achieve high-quality outcomes on time and on budget Assist in developing strategic plans relating to open space development Provide technical direction on Building, Town Planning and Subdivision referrals Produce landscape and presentation drawings using AutoCAD, Photoshop and InDesign Liaise with internal stakeholders,



community members and external contractors/consultants Mentor and support junior staff within the team What you'll bring: Previous Local Government experience A minimum of 5–7 years' experience in Landscape Architecture, with strong design and documentation/technical skills for delivering public realm projects Experience developing open space capital works proposals Sound knowledge of landscaping and open space considerations within the statutory planning context Advanced AutoCAD skills A degree in Landscape Architecture, Urban Design or equivalent Experience preparing strategic plans, policies and guidelines for public space Solid project management, stakeholder engagement and communication skills What's on offer: Contract opportunity with a well-regarded metropolitan council Varied capital works and strategic project portfolio Supportive, collaborative team environment Flexible working arrangements If this sounds like a good fit, get in touch to hear more or apply directly.
Confidential enquiries welcome.

📌 Senior Landscape Architect (Victoria)
🏢 Aspect Personnel
📍 Victoria