Senior Urban Designer
Lead the design and delivery of high-quality public domain, urban design and place-making outcomes across the City.
Full-time opportunity, rostered days off (RDOs), and access to Fitness Passport.
Salary from $117,****** - $136,****** per annum plus 12% Super.
Make a Difference Where You Work
City Urban Designer
Why Join Us?
Shape the Future of the City:
Work Across a Diverse Portfolio:
Influence Better Design Outcomes:
About the Role
Senior Urban Designer
Lead the development of public domain plans, urban design strategies, guidelines and masterplans.
Prepare concept designs, urban frameworks, public domain plans and 3D visualisations to support city-shaping projects.
Manage urban design and public domain projects from concept through to implementation, including budgets, timelines and consultant management.
Provide expert urban design advice on development applications, planning proposals and Council projects.
Conduct community and stakeholder consultation activities and present project outcomes in a clear and engaging manner.
Research and develop urban design policies, standards and strategies that support high-quality built workplace outcomes.
Collaborate with planners, engineers, landscape architects and other specialists on multidisciplinary projects.
Prepare technical reports, presentations and design guidance materials.
Liaise with Council solicitors and prepare documentation for Land and Environment Court matters, including appearing as an expert witness where required.
Mentor and support Council staff in the application of urban design principles and best practice.
What You'll Bring
Essential:
Tertiary qualifications in Urban Design, Landscape Architecture or another relevant built environment discipline.
Current NSW Class C Driver's Licence.
High proficiency in design software including AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop,



Illustrator, InDesign) and relevant 3D modelling and visualisation tools.
Demonstrated experience delivering urban design, public domain or place-making projects.
Strong graphic, written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare reports, presentations and community consultation materials.
Exceptional stakeholder engagement, consultation and negotiation skills.
Experience reviewing development applications and providing urban design advice.
Knowledge of urban planning, architecture, landscape architecture and public domain design principles.
Experience managing multiple complex projects and delivering outcomes within agreed timeframes and budgets.
Ability to prepare project plans, business cases and strategic documentation.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
Knowledge of Land and Environment Court processes and experience preparing expert advice.
Desirable:
Experience working within Local Government, State Government or a similar environment.
How to apply

[email protected]
+61 • •••• •504
Applications close: Sunday, 11 October **** at 11:30pm
Applications need to be submitted in PDF format.
At Willoughby City Council, inclusion, diversity and belonging are core to how we work and how we recruit. We are committed to building a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community – one where everyone feels respected, valued and supported to contribute fully. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities and identities – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse individuals, LGBTIQA+ communities, veterans, and people of all ages. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, we encourage you to let us know. We are committed to ensuring an accessible, inclusive and barrier-free experience for every candidate.

📌 Senior Urban Designer (New South Wales)
🏢 Important Group
📍 New South Wales