Job Description

Lead the design and delivery of high-quality public domain, urban design and place-making outcomes across the City.

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Full time prospect, rostered days off (RDOs), and access to Fitness Passport.

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Salary from $117,697.89 - $136,784.03 per annum plus 12% Super.

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Make a Difference Where You Work

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At Willoughby City Council, we're committed to creating a sustainable, inclusive and thriving community. We deliver essential services while embracing innovation, strategic thinking and responsible urban growth.

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Reporting to the City Urban Designer , you will play a key role in shaping the future of Willoughby's public spaces, centres and neighbourhoods. Working within a dynamic team of urban designers, planners, landscape architects, transport planners and engineers, you will lead the development of urban design strategies, public domain plans and place-based projects while providing expert design advice across a range of planning and development initiatives.

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Why Join Us?

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Shape the Future of the City: Lead urban design projects that enhance public spaces, improve community outcomes and contribute to a vibrant and sustainable future for Willoughby.

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Work Across a Diverse Portfolio: Contribute to strategic planning, public domain improvement projects, development assessments and city-shaping initiatives across a variety of urban environments.

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Influence Better Design Outcomes: Collaborate with internal stakeholders, developers, consultants and the community to deliver high-quality urban design outcomes that leave a legacy.

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About the Role

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As the Senior Urban Designer , you will:

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Lead the development of public domain plans, urban design strategies, guidelines and masterplans.

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Prepare concept designs, urban frameworks, public domain plans and 3D visualisations to support city-shaping projects.

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Manage urban design and public domain projects from concept through to implementation, including budgets, timelines and consultant management.

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Provide expert urban design advice on development applications, planning proposals and Council projects.

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Conduct community and stakeholder consultation activities and present project outcomes in a clear and engaging manner.

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Research and develop urban design policies, standards and strategies that support high-quality built environment outcomes.

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Collaborate with planners, engineers, landscape architects and other specialists on multidisciplinary projects.

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Prepare technical reports, presentations and design guidance materials.

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Liaise with Council solicitors and prepare documentation for Land and Environment Court matters, including appearing as an expert witness where required.

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Mentor and support Council staff in the application of urban design principles and best practice.

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What You’ll Bring

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Tertiary qualifications in Urban Design, Landscape Architecture or another relevant built environment discipline.

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Current NSW Class C Driver's Licence.

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High proficiency in design software including AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and relevant 3D modelling and visualisation tools.

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Demonstrated experience delivering urban design, public domain or place-making projects.

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Strong graphic, written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare reports, presentations and community consultation materials.

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Exceptional stakeholder engagement, consultation and negotiation skills.

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Experience reviewing development applications and providing urban design advice.

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Knowledge of urban planning, architecture, landscape architecture and public domain design principles.

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Experience managing multiple complex projects and delivering outcomes within agreed timeframes and budgets.

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Ability to prepare project plans, business cases and strategic documentation.

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Demonstrated ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.

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Knowledge of Land and Workplace Court processes and experience preparing expert advice.

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Experience working within Local Government, State Government or a similar environment.

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For more information, contact: Wil Robertson, City Urban Designer at *************@Willoughby.nsw.gov.au or on .

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Applications should address all the key responsibilities outlined in the Position Description. ThePositionDescription(PD)islocatedintheJobAttachmentssectionofthejoblisting.

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Successful candidates may be required to undertake pre-employment screening including police and qualification checks.

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Applications close: Sunday, 11 October 2026 at 11:30pm

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Applications need to be submitted in PDF format.

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Please note recruitment activity may commence before the closing date.

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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.

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📌 Senior Urban Designer (Sydney)
🏢 Willoughby City Council
📍 Sydney