OverviewJoin to apply for the Junior Designer role at NSW Department of Communities and Justice.LocationLocation: ParramattaEmployment type: Temporary Full Time up to 11 monthsSalary: $99,398 to $110,271 pa, plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loadingThe RoleThe Infrastructure Design and Planning team is responsible for developing design standards that ensure consistency across DCJ's assets.
They also serve as subject matter experts on projects aimed at enhancing these assets, which may include frontline service centres, workplace offices, courts, and out-of-home care facilities.The Junior Designer will support a range of project research, analysis, reporting, implementation, and administrative activities, and provide design subject matter expertise to support the development and delivery of DCJ infrastructure projects, in line with project plans and objectives.What You'll DoThis full-time Junior Designer role supports the delivery of infrastructure projects by contributing design input and assisting with a range of project activities across diverse asset types, including service centres, workplace offices, courts, and care facilities.Under the guidance of senior team members, the role involves attending site visits, supporting the development of design documentation using industry-recognised CAD software (REVIT), and helping ensure alignment with DCJ's design standards and relevant Australian building codes.
Additionally, the role contributes to the ongoing development and maintenance of DCJ design standards also in REVIT.The successful candidate will also assist with administrative tasks such as coordinating meetings, preparing documentation, and monitoring project milestones.
This is a growth-focused opportunity for someone with a collaborative mindset, strong attention to detail, and a willingness to learn and build capability within a supportive team environment.Our team is a dynamic mix of interior designers and architects, most of whom bring valuable experience from the private sector.
We're a group of 12, working collaboratively and coming into the office part-time.
Everyone is passionate about their craft, and we actively support each other in learning and resourcing.
We value a healthy work-life balance, celebrate our successes, and find the work we do, and the designs we create are deeply rewarding.What We're Looking ForOur ideal candidate is an emerging interior designer or architect with a minimum of 2 years of experience in workplace and/or court design.
Proficiency in Revit is essential, along with an understanding of all relevant Australian Standards and the Building Code of Australia (BCA).
What We OfferWe offer a variety of benefits, including:A challenging and rewarding careerFlexible, autonomous work environmentCompetitive pay and conditionsTraining and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilitiesHealth & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance ProgramsHow to ApplyClick apply, attach a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements of the role as well as an up-to-date résumé (maximum 5 pages).
Applications close Tuesday, 30th September 2025 at 11:59pm AEST.Additional InformationFor more information about the role or what it's like to work for DCJ, please contact the hiring manager or visit the DCJ website for recruitment adjustments and inclusion and diversity information.
A talent pool may be created for future roles and is valid for up to 18 months.Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit.
We continue to hire people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds.
This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups.Thank you for your interest in this role.
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