Design Lead - Public Domain & Landscape
Stockland
Stockland is a leading Australian property development and investment company, specializing in residential, commercial, and retail projects.
Description
design advice
landscape design
standards alignment
industry representation
strategic initiatives
design resources
- Apply creative and analytical thinking to deliver efficient, high-quality outcomes
- Provide expert design advice for mixed-use, residential and community projects
- Collaborate with consultants to ensure alignment with Stockland standards
- Partner with the Design Sector Lead to guide strategic landscape design and placemaking outcomes
- Represent Stockland at forums and events to strengthen our industry presence
- Support strategic initiatives and develop design resources that set best practice
Requirements
autocad
revit/bim
sketchup
adobe suite
landscape architecture
7 years
You want to shape vibrant public spaces that bring communities together. You thrive on collaboration, innovation, and delivering designs that balance creativity, sustainability, and commercial success.
You’re a design leader who thrives on shaping spaces that inspire and connect. You combine creativity with strategic thinking, balancing design excellence and commercial outcomes. Highly collaborative and adaptable, you excel in complex projects and enjoy building strong relationships with stakeholders. Your curiosity drives continuous learning, and your commitment to sustainability ensures every design leaves a lasting positive impact.
We can only consider applications from Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents, or Open Work Visa holders with more than 12 months validity.
- 7 years’ experience in landscape design and delivery
- Strategic thinker with problem-solving skills
- Collaborative communicator who builds strong relationships
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit/BIM, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite
- Understanding of planning processes, design standards, and construction
- Highly organised and adaptable
- Curious and growth mindset
- Strong portfolio across large-scale urban and mixed-use developments
- Tertiary qualification in Landscape Architecture
Benefits
Join Stockland’s Design Studio and contribute to a culture of design excellence. This permanent, full-time role based in Sydney offers the chance to shape public domain and landscape design across Stockland’s national portfolio. You’ll collaborate with internal teams and external consultants to deliver sustainable, high-quality outcomes that elevate community spaces and unlock both commercial and social value.
At Stockland we are a community delivering outcomes that benefit the community at large. We work collaboratively and inclusively, building strong working relationships. Our portfolio is diverse and so are the opportunities for professional and career development. We are committed to providing our people with broad experiences to build a successful career.
Stockland has a strong commitment to achieving the best outcomes through an inclusive and collaborative culture. Our customers come from diverse backgrounds and we want our teams to reflect this. We offer competitive remuneration and benefits. Benefits include free to access or subsidised lifestyle, health, well-being and financial services products.
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
Overview
1952
Years in Business
The company has been operating since 1952, demonstrating a long-standing presence in the property development sector.
70+
Over more than 70 years, the company has been shaping communities through various development projects.
- The company has evolved into one of Australia's largest diversified property groups.
- They are known for shaping communities through residential, commercial, and retail developments.
- They are responsible for iconic neighborhoods, commercial office spaces, and shopping centers that serve millions of Australians annually.
- Residential developments focus on creating sustainable, vibrant communities with modern living options.
- The retail sector includes a portfolio of major shopping centers offering daily essentials, luxury, and entertainment.
- In the industrial space, the company develops high-quality logistics and distribution centers.
- The company has maintained strong financial performance with substantial growth in assets and returns for shareholders.
- Projects are characterized by thoughtful design, quality, innovation, and long-term value.
Culture + Values
- Inspired by a better way to live
- Innovation, scale and economically sustainable solutions
- Focused on ESG matters where we have the opportunity to lead and meet and exceed stakeholder expectations
- Underpinned by four pillars: Decarbonisation, Circularity, Social impact, Resilience
Environment + Sustainability
50% Emissions Reduction
Emissions Intensity
Achieved a 50% reduction in emissions intensity since 2006, with the FY25 target met four years early, resulting in AUD 123 million in operational cost savings.
18 MW Rooftop Solar
Solar Investment
Installed 18 MW of rooftop solar with an AUD 33 million investment, with plans for an additional 19 MW across retail and logistics sites.
70% Emissions Reduction
Retail Portfolio
Reduced emissions intensity by 70% in the retail and workplace portfolio since 2006.
7-Star NatHERS
Zero-Net-Carbon Homes
Launched zero-net-carbon homes pilot achieving 7-star NatHERS energy ratings, reducing annual energy bills by 50% (~6 t CO₂ reduction/year).
- Net zero scope 1 & 2 emissions by 2025; halve most material scope 3 emissions intensity by 2030; net zero across scopes 1–3 by 2050
- Accelerated Net Zero Carbon commitment to 2028 across ~170 assets including residential development
- Partnered with Clean Energy Finance Corporation via AUD 75 million facility; using on‑site renewables, electrification, innovation
- Energy Bay partnership to deploy ~50 MWp solar across >50 buildings, enabling inter‑asset energy trading and reducing ~50,000 t CO₂ annually
Inclusion & Diversity
Top 5 ranking
Sustainability Index
Ranked among the top-five companies in the S&P Dow Jones Sustainability Index for over a decade.
6th place
Gender Equality
Ranked 6th globally on Equileap’s Top 100 gender-equal companies list.
AUD 2M Procured
Indigenous Suppliers
Spent AUD 2 million on goods and services from Indigenous suppliers.
- Delivered resident Personal Wellbeing Index scores above the national average in retirement communities