Design Excellence Panel Member

Organisation Overview

Local Government Council

Summary of Role / Key Responsibilities

Hornsby Shire Council is seeking expressions of interest from experts in the fields of architecture, urban design, and landscape design for membership of the Hornsby Design Excellence Panel. The Design Excellence Panel was established in 2019 to evaluate and critique design aspects of proposed development in Hornsby Shire and provide recommendations on how the development can better achieve design excellence.

Design Excellence Panel meetings take place approximately once per calendar month. Applicants should refer to the Terms of Reference (Design Excellence Advisory Panel Terms of Reference | Hornsby Shire Council) for further information on the operation and role of the Panel.

This is a contract role with an initial 3 year period.

Ideal Candidate Qualities / Qualifications

Demonstrated extensive experience within one or more of the following disciplines:
• Architecture
• Landscape architecture
• Urban design
and
• Suitably qualified for membership with the relevant professional body.
• Demonstrated experience or relevant skills to provide expert panel advice, and willingness to liaise and prepare joint reports with other members of the Panel in a timely manner.
• Demonstrated ability to critically consider design elements to achieve favourable planning outcomes consistent with planning instruments and development controls.
• Understanding of the existing values and desired development outcomes of Hornsby Shire; and
• Public liability insurance ($10 million) and certificate of currency for workers compensation insurance.

How to Apply

For further information please contact Rod Pickles, Manager Development Assessments on 9847 6731.