Architect / Experienced Graduate

Design Melbourne’s next generation of affordable housing

Melbourne | In-Person | Full-time

Ys Housing 

Ys Housing is an affordable housing developer, working on the forefront of affordable housing design and delivery in Melbourne, Australia. We are unique in having architectural design and development in-house, and pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, enduring projects for families. We are an emerging practice, growing rapidly, giving you the opportunity to shape our direction.

Role

We are seeking a talented registered Architect or Experienced Graduate with 3–5 years’ industry experience to join our team to help transform the housing system in Australia. The ideal candidate has:

  • Hands-on experience in housing design and delivery (at any scale) 

  • Motivated to develop their craft in a collaborative, fast-paced environment 

  • Excellent communication skills, with sharp attention to detail 

  • High technical aptitude and self-directed approach to learning 

  • Strong Revit documentation skills (essential)

Projects

Our current projects include a mix of residential townhouses, apartments and social housing, all in Victoria. In addition to our housing projects, we also undertake consultancy work related to housing economics and housing policy for government and not-for-profit clients.

The role involves working closely with the design director to maintain design intent and continuity throughout all stages of our projects, from conception through to technical resolution, construction through to completion.

Responsibilities 

  • Work closely with the design director day-to-day

  • Create documentation in Revit to a rigorous level of detail in a timely manner

  • Coordinate and liaise with consultants, builders, authorities, suppliers, clients and residents

Opportunities

  • Work on social and affordable housing projects

  • Learn and manage all aspects of project delivery, especially construction 

  • Gain insight into property development

  • Mentoring to achieve architectural registration (if not already registered)

Location and Work Environment

Our studio is located near Reservoir Station, close to our existing housing projects. This exciting opportunity can start part-time or full-time. Salary above the award, commensurate with experience.

Apply now via Airtable with your CV and portfolio before Thursday, 15 May 2025.

Got any questions? Get in touch directly. We’re keen to hear from you.

Milly Gamlin, Design Director
hello@yshousing.org.au