LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS - BRING YOUR PASSION AND CREATIVITY TO OUR REGION'S OPEN SPACES
$91,002.71 - $97,075.32 gross per annum, plus 17.5% annual leave loading and up to 12.65% superannuation.
This is a Temporary Full time position (maternity leave cover) until 23 February 2026.
The position is based at our Principal Depot in Charlton.
About the Toowoomba Region
Nestled approximately 125km west of Brisbane, the Toowoomba Region beckons as the enchanting gateway to the Darling Downs. Rising from its roots as the Garden City, Toowoomba has blossomed into Australia's largest inland regional city. The Toowoomba Regional Council oversees an expansive regional landscape, encompassing the thriving urban centre of Toowoomba and the vibrant regional hubs of Oakey, Pittsworth, Millmerran, Highfields, Crow’s Nest, Clifton, Greenmount, Goombungee, and Yarraman.
About Parks & Recreation
The Parks and Recreation Services Branch boasts an impressive team of over 200 dedicated professionals, each possessing a wealth of diverse skills. These talents are essential to the management and preservation of our sprawling parks and open space, encompassing over 7,700 hectares across our region. Our parklands are a tapestry of diversity, including three of great heritage significance as recognised on the State Heritage Register.
About the position
The Landscape Architect will work under limited direction to undertake and manage landscape design outcomes for Toowoomba Region’s open space network. This role is expected to provide professional advice, build relationships, manage consultants, make policy contributions across a variety of programs, design and develop landscape works and ensure that the design elements of projects are well integrated and delivered to a high standard.
Reporting to the Senior Landscape Architect, the Landscape Architect’s work will span the full project lifecycle from pre-planning to delivery, including the provision and review of documentation, consultant coordination and the management of related work budgets.
Benefits of the Workplace - Where Lifestyle Meets Career
Immerse yourself in the heart of one of Australia's most captivating regions, offering the perfect blend of city and country living.
Work in an expansive and serene environment tailored to your specific needs, complete with ergonomic workstations, multiple breakout spaces, and well-appointed meeting rooms.
Join a supportive and empowering multi-disciplinary team passionately committed to enhancing the region's liveability.
Embrace flexible work arrangements tailored to your lifestyle.
Revel in new office facilities boasting abundant free parking, an on-site gym, inviting lunchrooms, and outdoor shaded picnic tables.
Professional development and learning opportunities.
Salary sacrificing opportunities to boost your superannuation.
Corporate discounts on selected private health insurance.
Active social club – TRC Employee’s Association.
Access to the Fitness Passport Program - providing access to a wide range of local health, fitness, and leisure facilities with a single membership.
Free Flu Vaccinations and Skin Checks.
A supportive work environment.
Employee Assistance Program – free 24 hour nationwide confidential counselling services for employees and their families going through personal or work-related problems.
How to be successful in this position - Success Criteria
To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to ensure their qualifications and skills align with the 'Success Criteria' outlined in the Position Description when submitting their application (Once logged into your Seek account, click the ‘Apply’ button to be redirected to the Toowoomba Regional Council advertisement to access the Position Description and to apply).
How to apply
To apply, please submit two documents:
A two page cover letter addressing each of the 'Success Criteria' in the Position Description; and
Your current resume.
The preferred candidate will be required to undertake a Criminal History Check and a pre-employment medical assessment to assess their ability to perform the genuine occupational requirements of the position.
PLEASE NOTE: Your application may not be considered if you do not follow the instructions outlined above.
Visit our website www.tr.qld.gov.au/jobs for information on how to apply for jobs at Toowoomba Regional Council. Applicants are encouraged to apply online.
For further information
Please contact Ingrid Steinhardt on 0408 878 325 within business hours.
Closing date
The closing date for applications is at 11:45pm on Sunday, 12 January 2025.