Shape the Future of Banyule’s Open Spaces
Are you passionate about designing parks, playgrounds and vibrant public spaces that bring communities together?
Banyule City Council is seeking a talented Landscape Architect to help deliver exciting open space projects across our municipality. This is your opportunity to contribute to high-quality, meaningful projects that enhance how people live, connect and enjoy their surroundings.
Why you'll love this role:
As a Landscape Architect, you will play a key role in the planning, design and delivery of parks, reserves, playgrounds and public realm projects across Banyule.
You will:
- Design and deliver parks, playgrounds, reserves and public realm projects
- Provide expert design advice from concept through to construction
- Develop landscape designs, drawings, specifications and cost estimates
- Manage consultants, contracts and project delivery
- Collaborate with Council teams, contractors and the community to create inclusive, sustainable spaces
Join a fun and talented small team and gain valuable experience across all project phases, from concept design through to construction and delivery.
About you/what you’ll bring
You are a creative and technically capable professional with a passion for public space design. You will bring:
- A qualification in Landscape Architecture, Urban Design or similar
- At least 2 years’ experience in landscape or playspace design and project delivery
- Strong design, documentation and project management skills
- Experience working with stakeholders and engaging with communities
- Demonstrated experience and skill using design software such as AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite
- A collaborative approach and strong communication skills
Pre-employment requirements
- Current Victorian Drivers Licence
- Working With Children Check
What we offer:
- A 2 year, full time position to June 2028
- Enjoy a strong work-life balance, with a monthly RDO and generous leave entitlements
- Salary $101,202.68 to $110,025.50 per annum (dependent on experience) plus super
- 26 weeks of paid parental leave - primary carer/4 weeks of paid parental leave - partner
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities, including health and well-being initiatives
How to apply
Please submit your resume and a 1 - 2 page cover letter outlining how your skills and experience meet the key selection criteria of the role. You may also like to upload an example of work that you are proud of, showcasing your experience and skills relevant to this role.
For a chat if you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact Alli Coster on (03) 9422 8364
Applications close: 10 July 2026 at 11:45pm .
Why choose Banyule? Join a dedicated team committed to making a positive impact on our community. You'll have the opportunity to drive service excellence, engage with diverse stakeholders, and contribute to the betterment of our community. We offer a supportive, collaborative, and innovative work environment where your skills and expertise will be valued and rewarded.
Banyule City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer; we value diversity and inclusion, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support, or access requirement, we encourage you to inform us through your application or email [email protected]
Our Values : Our employees align their careers with Banyule because they share our values of respect, integrity, responsibility, initiative, and inclusion. They thrive in our strong learning and development culture, and the positive way we work in partnership with the community. You will share our values and have a passion for helping a community of over 130,000 residents to live happier, healthier and more connected lives, all while growing your skills and advancing your career. We look forward to you starting the next chapter of your career at Banyule Council.
Diversity Statement : Our community is made up of diverse, cultures, beliefs, abilities, bodies, sexualities, ages, and genders. We are committed to access, equity, participation, and rights for everyone: principles that empower, foster harmony, and increase the well-being of an inclusive community.
To discover more about Banyule's commitment to advancing gender equality in the workplace, please find Banyule's Workplace Gender Equality Action Plan 2021-2025 .
Acknowledgment of the Traditional Custodians : Banyule City Council is proud to acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people as Traditional Custodians of the land and we pay respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders, past, present and emerging, who have resided in the area and have been an integral part of the region’s history. Banyule City Council endorses the Uluru Statement from the Heart in full and accepts the invitation to walk with First Nations peoples, to a better future for us all.
Child Safe Standards Statement of Commitment : Banyule City Council is a child-safe organisation committed to the safety and well-being of children.
Council has a zero tolerance for child abuse. All allegations and safety concerns will be treated seriously and acted upon. As a child-safe organisation we are committed to providing a child-safe environment where children feel safe, are empowered, valued and protected. Council will actively listen to children, ensuring their voices are heard and considered in decisions that affect their lives.
