Design Manager

Design Manager

Company: 7-Eleven Australia Location: Macquarie Park Salary: Competitive Salary and People Benefits Work Type: Full-time Remote/On-site: Remote

Since 2024, 7-Eleven Australia has been part of the global 7-Eleven network, a retail presence spanning 20 countries with over 84,000 stores. We have ambitious plans for Australia and offer significant opportunities for individuals keen to join a growing retailer with an international footprint.

What We Offer:

• Work Your Way: Achieve a balance between remote flexibility and in-office collaboration.
• Make a Difference: Receive one paid day off annually to volunteer for a cause you are passionate about.
• Fuel Your Day: Enjoy complimentary 7-Eleven coffee and snacks at the office.
• Family Comes First: Access up to 15 weeks of paid parental leave for primary carers and up to 4 weeks for concurrent leave.
• Grow Without Limits: Utilise unlimited LinkedIn Learning courses for personal and professional development.

We are a human-centred organisation where our people are central to our operations. This is an environment for learning, growth, and career development. Our agile structure empowers employees to lead their own work with considerable autonomy, and importantly, to have fun. We have redefined the work experience, focusing on agile innovation to enhance collaboration, provide greater flexibility, and deliver rewarding career opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Design Leadership:
• Serve as a subject matter expert during concept design, schematic design, and construction documentation phases.
• Assist with feasibility design and store layouts utilising Revit software.
• Conduct store visits, site assessments, and review/signoff all concept designs.
• Ensure our external signage partner delivers all signage disciplines to our specifications and Australian Standards (Architectural, Mechanical, Electrical, Hydraulics).
• Stakeholder Engagement:
• Collaborate closely with Design Managers, Project Managers, Property Managers, Development Managers, and external consultants to maintain quality and consistency.
• Present and communicate standards, foster innovation, and provide solutions for all projects across our Fuel and Merchandising Only network.
• Standards Governance:
• Communicate design changes and efficiencies to our internal team, specifically our Standards & BIM Manager.
• Review and approve all design documentation for compliance with 7-Eleven’s brand, operational requirements, and local codes.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders (Operations, Merchandising, Safety & Sustainability) to ensure evolving needs are incorporated into store designs as per standards.

What You’ll Bring:

• Tertiary qualifications in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Significant years of experience in a Standards Manager, Design Manager, or Digital Delivery role within retail, commercial, or similar sectors.
• Expert-level proficiency in Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, and BIM 360 / ACC.
• A strong understanding of Australian building codes, standards, and local planning regulations.
• Experience managing design standards and utilising digital asset libraries.
• Desirable (but not essential): Familiarity with retail operations, customer experience design, and convenience store workflows.
• Desirable (but not essential): Experience working in fast-paced, multi-site rollout environments (QSR or Retail).

At 7-Eleven, our people are at the core of everything we do. We are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity. We aim for every 7-Eleven team member to feel heard, valued, and respected, irrespective of their background or unique identity. We are proud to be a Diversity Council Australia Inclusive Employer 2025-2026 and Gold Accredited with the Australian Workplace Equity Index.

We are committed to ensuring all prospective employees have the opportunity to perform at their best during our recruitment process. If you require any adjustments to support an inclusive and accessible experience, please contact us for a confidential discussion at peo••••••••••@7eleven.com.au. Please note, this email is strictly for adjustment requests related to the recruitment process. Other inquiries sent to this mailbox will not be actioned.

To discover more about our current opportunities, follow us on LinkedIn or visit our careers page.