Description:
Together we shape thriving communities, public spaces, places and economies.
- Join our Talent Pools for future Senior Design Advisor opportunities with GANSW
- Future planning for Permanent and Temporary opportunities
- Parramatta (flexible supported)
- Clerk Grade 9/10 offering salary ranges from $125,693 - $138,510 + super
The Government Architect NSW (GANSW) works across government, the private sector and the community to improve social, environmental and economic outcomes for NSW and all of our communities. We support the NSW Government and help it deliver quality built-environment projects, manage risk and foster innovation to create people-centred places.
GANSW are expanding our current talent pools to support the Government’s focus on housing. We are looking for people who have experience in the design and delivery of high-quality housing projects across all scales. We are also seeking experienced urban designers to build the capacity of our urban design advisory team and architects with experience in transport, social infrastructure and sustainability.
The role
The GANSW team has a high-level of experience in government and industry and draws on a range of disciplines, including urban design, architecture and landscape architecture. Its focus is on the design quality of the built environment and the public domain. GANSW plays a key strategic and advocacy role in providing independent advice that supports the success of NSW’s vision for its cities and communities.
Senior Design Advisor positions to help support the NSW Government’s renewed focus on housing design and affordability will be sourced from this talent pool.
For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Design Advisor
About You
As a Senior Design Advisor you are passionate about good design and provide support to the Government Architect and senior GANSW team to elevate the role of design through collaboration, design management, design review, the development of publications and communication tools, research, report writing and monitoring and evaluation.
Key knowledge and experience
- Experience in the design and delivery of high-quality design projects at any scale, with a particular focus on housing, urban design and sustainability.
- Critical and analytical skills in relation to design issues, including complex problem solving
- Clear and concise communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Demonstrated visual communication skills, including diagrams, illustrations and drawings
- Experience organising own work and working without close supervision, including practical project management skills for tracking and reporting work
- Experience working under pressure and meeting demanding deadlines
Essential requirements
- Tertiary qualifications in Architecture, Urban Design and / or Landscape Architecture and relevant professional experience
- Be eligible to be registered in the peak body for specialist design qualification (where applicable)
About us
The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities.
We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.
Join us
If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.
Applications close Wednesday 2 April 2025 at 11.55pm.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Zoi Flannery via zoi.flannery@dpie.nsw.gov.au
A place on the recruitment pool means you may considered for ongoing or temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.
Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.
We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via talent.acquisition@dpie.nsw.gov.au or (02) 63637676 - HR Support, option 3, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.
Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.