• 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 on your creativity and design expertise to recommend intuitive design solutions and stay current with trend.

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 in alignment with product and display delivery programs

Take on a design concept and implement the idea/s across the product range

Positively support and foster the 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; and

Problem solve and contribute positively to the solution of product designs.

Metricon will offer you:

Stylish Robina Gold Coast 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 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; and

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

Has 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 advance CAD skills in Revit

Proficiency with current versions Microsoft Office suite, and an aptitude for learning new systems

Strong knowledge of building & planning codes and standards; and

Excellent communication and collaboration skills, thriving in a team-orientated environment.