Residential Designer - Product Development • Unique opportunity within our National Product Development Team
• Be hands-on and creatively involved across all the Metricon Brands
• Love Where You Work!
• Be guided on how to design the Metricon way
• Join our dynamic team in shaping the future of our product designs Metricon Homes, Australia's leading home builder… trusted to always deliver, is committed to recruiting outstanding individuals who are customer obsessed, sharing our passion for delivery excellence and building our customers' dreams.
This full-time role is for a passionate individual who thrives on creativity, agility, and commitment to excellence. Our esteemed National Design Team operates at the forefront of creativity, shaping impactful solutions that redefine the housing industry. You'll have the opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional teams and make a meaningful influence. Leverage your creativity and design expertise to recommend intuitive design solutions and stay current with trends.
Reporting to the Design Team Leader, your responsibilities will include:
Understand, recognise and implement design standards and processes Produce accurate design documentation that addresses the design brief and aligns with product and display delivery programs Take on a design concept and implement the ideas across the product range Positively support and foster continual improvements on product designs Resolve design-related queries that may arise from Display, Masters, Operations, and other disciplines within the business Manage the design and documentation of all aspects of the home, which may include site plans, floor plans, facades, elevations, internals, design options, relevant details, and DOL/other forms of schedules Keep up-to-date and adhere to national building codes and regulations Aware of the procedures for obtaining permits and approvals for construction projects Stay on trend and current with residential design trends, latest building products, and emerging technologies to drive innovation Meet set deadlines and contribute actively to individual and team workflow, reporting, and time management Problem solve and contribute positively to the solution of product designs Metricon will offer you:
Stylish Mount Waverley Head office with parking onsite A culture at Metricon that you can be yourself No Two Days Are the Same in this role Be supported by a Management Team that has a Culture Where You Matter On-going learning and development opportunities to help build your skills and reach your potential - whether through nationally accredited courses, our highly engaging e-learning portal, or other comprehensive training programs Metricon Homes – Australia's largest, and #1 Home Builder for the 9th Consecutive Year We promote mentoring and provide genuine opportunities for role progression, along with a competitive salary and salary package opportunities Attractive housing discounts on our award-winning homes You Matter! Physical fitness, free flu vaccinations, nutrition, and mental well-being are just some of the programs we sponsor at Metricon to address your well-being 24/7 access to our LifeWorks confidential support program which includes coaching for success and navigating personal and work challenges Exclusive access to building discounts, supplier/trade discounts, and retail discounts with big name brands through our rewards platform The successful candidate will have:
Strong design skills and a passion for design excellence A strong portfolio showcasing innovative and creative residential designs, demonstrating a deep understanding of user-centred design principles Relevant degree or diploma in Building Design & Drafting, Diploma of Architectural Drafting, or equivalent Minimum 5 years of experience in design and/or drafting environment Experience in the residential volume home building industry in a design and/or drafting capacity is highly preferred Proficiency in design software and tools relating to house design. Preference for advanced CAD skills in Revit Proficiency with current versions of the Microsoft Office suite, and an aptitude for learning new systems Strong knowledge of building & planning codes and standards Excellent communication and collaboration skills, thriving in a team-oriented environment #J-18808-Ljbffr