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Year Out Landscape Architecture Student

Birmingham City Council, Birmingham

Year Out Landscape Architecture Student

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Birmingham City Council, Birmingham

  • Full time
  • Temporary
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 11 Oct | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

Job ref: 6c594821596f4fd6b26da14cffc4ca48

Location ref: Birmingham

Full Job Description

  • Assist Landscape Architects in the preparation and delivery of landscape projects.
  • Produce base plans, sketch layouts, design details and planting schedules.
  • Prepare specifications and health and safety documentation in line with CDM Regulations.
  • Create presentation drawings and visual materials for committees, exhibitions and public meetings.
  • Support site surveys and help record and analyse survey information.
  • Provide technical and administrative support to the Parks and Greenspaces Development Team.
  • Contribute to the design and development of projects that enhance Birmingham's public spaces and natural environment.
  • Gain experience working within a multidisciplinary team committed to delivering high-quality landscape schemes., This is a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience within one of the UK's largest local authorities. You will work on meaningful projects that contribute to Birmingham's green infrastructure, biodiversity and public spaces, while developing the practical skills and knowledge needed for a successful career in landscape architecture.

    Do you have a passion for landscape design and a keen eye for detail? Looking for an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in creating and enhancing green spaces?
    • We have an exciting opportunity to join Birmingham City Council within our innovative Parks and Greenspaces Service. The service plays a key role in delivering the City of Nature Strategy and maintaining Birmingham's reputation as the UK's first recognised "Nature City". We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Year Out Landscape Architecture Student to join our Parks and Greenspaces Development Team. This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience working alongside experienced Landscape Architects on a wide range of projects that improve and enhance the city's parks and green spaces., You will hold a degree in Landscape Architecture or equivalent as well as being
  • Passionate about creating attractive, sustainable and inclusive landscapes.
  • Proficient in producing plans, drawings and presentation materials.
  • Organised, detail-oriented and able to manage competing priorities.
  • A strong communicator with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
  • Keen to learn from experienced professionals and develop practical landscape architecture skills.
  • Comfortable working both in the office and on-site as required.

    Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer, and we are committed to employing, retaining and developing all of our people.
    • We want to ensure your recruitment journey with us is a positive and equitable one, so please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments, additional support, accessibility needs, or if there is any way in which we can support you through your application. A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be undertaken. Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed., Working for Birmingham City Council is more than just a job; it's about making life better for the 1 million plus people who live and work in the city., The Council is a fantastic place to work. You will find an organisation that is both challenging and supportive; with a leadership impatiently adventurous in its pursuit of excellence. There is a clear vision which is ensuring that the Council is working for communities today and building for tomorrow, we focus our resources on five key priorities:
  • A Prosperous Birmingham: through a focus on inclusive economic growth, tackling unemployment, attracting inward investment, and maximising the benefits of the Commonwealth Games.
  • An Inclusive Birmingham: through a focus on tackling poverty and inequality, empowering citizens, promoting diversity and civic pride, and supporting and enabling all children and young people to thrive.
  • A Safe Birmingham: through a focus on making the city safer, safeguarding vulnerable citizens, increasing affordable housing, and tackling homelessness.
  • A Healthy Birmingham: through a focus on tackling health inequalities, encouraging physical activity and healthy living, supporting mental health, and improving outcomes for adults with disabilities and older people.
  • A Green Birmingham: through a focus on street cleanliness, improving air quality, continuing the route to net zero, and becoming a city of nature.
    • We see the Council's role as providing strategic leadership - that's being able to visualise a new future for the city and equipping others to share our vision. We want to ensure the provision of services for all, so we can support those least able to support themselves by working with partners and putting citizens and neighbourhoods at the heart of our decision-making. We are always looking for people who put the customer at the centre of their approach, with a commitment to excellence to help us achieve our vision. We will support you to develop and thrive in your role, building a pathway for long-term success, with lots of development opportunities, such as apprenticeships.

  • Membership of West Midlands Pension Fund - with generous employer contributions
  • Enhanced Holiday Entitlement - 30 days, increasing with length of service
  • My Rewards Scheme - access to over 800 brands providing discounts and savings
  • Health and wellbeing support - independent and confidential employee assistance and counselling
    • Join us and help shape the future of Birmingham's parks and green spaces., In return, we offer you excellent terms and conditions, generous annual leave, a great pension scheme, well-being support, annual travel passes and discounts at a number of city centre establishments.

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https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/year-out-landscape-architecture-student-127570084
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