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SalaryArtifex Australia is a leading Australian manufacturer of residential and commercial furniture. We are strictly wholesale and have been distributing our designs across Australia for over 40 years. Our company is different from other manufacturers because we do everything in-house, from the initial design of furniture items, to cutting foam, metalwork and woodwork, so we are not limited by the components of other companies.
Artifex Australia is currently looking for a skilled Furniture Designer to join our design team. The role is a full-time position located at our Kelmscott WA site. The Furniture Designer will be involved in designing, creating and updating unique, modern and innovative furniture items for residential and commercial use. The position will suit a candidate with a passion for innovation and making the finest quality furniture.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:
- Designing & creating new & beautiful furniture items, being limited only by your imagination & market directions.
- Preparing a range of sketches, computer-generated illustrations, samples & models of design concepts including 3D renders & 2D drawings.
- Using 1:1 full elevation drawings to design furniture items to perfection.
- Using AutoCAD skills to assist with floor plans, layouts & furniture designs.
- Creating 3D quality renders of designs.
- Building prototypes of designs to identify any design problems.
- Reviewing designs for existing products to check for flaws, improve on the design, reduce costs or modernise as necessary.
- Presenting design ideas to management.
- Liaising with clients & suppliers regarding furniture needs or requirements.
- Liaising with manufacturing team during manufacturing process.
- Helping to problem solve & iron out any issues during the manufacturing process in the factory.
- Recommending & selecting materials for production.
- Making cutting lists & patterns for various departments - including timber, foam, metal & upholstery departments.
- Maintaining awareness & knowledge of furniture design trends & market changes.
WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE:
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in design.
- Experience designing & creating unique/innovative furniture items.
- Experience making templates from various materials including foam, metal, timber, fabric etc.
- Knowledge of furniture construction materials - e.g. how long products last & availability.
- Knowledge of furniture comfort & style requirements - e.g. sizes & densities.
- A passion for furniture.
- Knowledge of current trends & market conditions.
- Exceptional communication skills & presentation.
- Proficiency in all relevant design software programs - e.g. AutoCAD, Adobe etc.
- A friendly personality & ability to work well in a team environment.
- Time management skills & the ability to work within deadlines.
The Furniture Designer position is a full-time / permanent role. Salary Range $70,000-$75,000 based on experience.
Please apply by sending your CV/Resume - only successful applicants will be contacted.
Summary of role requirements:
- Flexible hours available
- 2-3 years of relevant work experience required for this role
- Working rights required for this role
- Expected salary: $70,000 - $75,000 per year
