National Design Consultant

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Date: 21 May 2026

Location: THORNLEIGH, NSW, AU, 2120

Company: McDonald's Corporation

McDonald’s Australia is the largest quick service restaurant operation in the country. Fondly known as “Macca's”, we have been a household name in Australia for over 50 years, we believe that our customers are the heart and soul of everything we do and make it our mission to make every moment count! As an employer of choice winner time and time again, working with us means taking pride and having fun along the way; while growing and developing your career in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Could you be our next National Design Consultant?

Due to continued restaurant growth across Australia, we’re seeking an additional National Design Consultant to join our National Development Group. This is your chance to play a pivotal role in creating innovative concepts for new restaurants and reinvestment projects, while ensuring our National Store Standards evolve and remain best-in-class.

What you can expect on a day-to-day basis:

  • Designing and delivering concept drawings for new restaurant builds and reinvestment projects, ensuring alignment with operational and brand standards
  • Translating Australian Standards, planning requirements, and construction codes into practical and compliant design solutions
  • Collaborating closely with internal stakeholders, external architects, consultants, and suppliers to bring projects to life
  • Influencing and guiding design outcomes by reviewing consultant work and ensuring consistency with McDonald’s national standards
  • Contributing to sustainable and scalable building solutions that support our environmental commitments
  • Analysing cost data and project insights to inform value-driven design decisions
  • Representing the National Development Group in cross-functional forums and external meetings as required
  • Refining and improving design templates, documentation, and standards to support continuous improvement
  • Reviewing and evaluating completed projects to ensure quality, consistency, and alignment with expectations

Your keys to success:

  • Degree in Architecture (registration preferred)
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience as an architectural consultant/designer, including 3 years in Class 6 buildings
  • Skilled in Revit, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and Adobe suite
  • Strong communicator, proactive, and committed to excellence

Relish in the Macca's difference when you join the Golden Arches:

  • Competitive Remuneration Package. We offer a total reward package of base salary, health care and a target incentive bonus plan.
  • 5 Weeks of Annual Leave. Switch off and recharge or explore your passions outside of work with an additional week of annual leave each calendar year.
  • Flexible Work Environment. Our teams have embraced a hybrid working model, balancing working remotely and connecting in the office to support our people and how they best add value.
  • Paid Parental Leave. We proudly support growing families with paid parental leave top-up options, helping you take the time you need while maintaining financial stability.
  • Birthday & Volunteer Leave. Enjoy a day-off during your birthday month and 3 days annually to volunteer for a registered charity you are passionate about.
  • Ongoing Professional Development.  We are committed to developing our people by investing in leadership programs and free access to LinkedIn Learning.
  • Macca’s Staff Discount & Retail Discounts. Enjoy discounted Macca’s at any restaurant across Australia and access to hundreds of retail discounts.
  • Access To Our 24/7 Wellbeing Partner (Sonder) For You & Your Immediate Family. Using the Sonder app, access free and confidential safety, medical and mental health support via chat or phone with accredited professionals.
  • A Fun & Vibrant Culture. Immerse yourself in local and Macca’s only events and experiences from day one of working with us.

At Macca’s, our doors are open to everyone, and we live by our Golden Rule: treating everyone with dignity, fairness and respect, always. We’re committed to building a safe, inclusive and welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered - it’s our people who make us Macca’s.

 

As an equal opportunity employer, we strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you have a disability, illness or injury and need adjustments during the recruitment process, we’re here to help, just reach out to start the conversation.