Job description

HOBAN Recruitment is seeking an experienced Senior UX/UI Officer (APS 6 level) to support the delivery of high-quality, user-centred digital solutions within a large government environment located in RICHMOND VIC. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the development of a centralised design system and champion best-practice UX/UI across complex digital products. About the Role

Lead the creation and evolution of a centralised design system , including component libraries, variants, and design tokens Establish and maintain UI standards, patterns, and documentation to ensure consistency across platforms Conduct user research, develop user flows, prototypes, and usability testing to inform design decisions Translate complex requirements into intuitive, accessible digital experiences
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment between UX/UI and technical delivery
Champion digital accessibility standards , including WCAG 2.2 compliance Contribute to the development of a broader UX design framework
Support stakeholders by translating concepts into clear, user-focused design outputs

Benefits

Competitive pay rate of $60.26 per hour , including casual loading, providing you with financial stability and recognition for your expertise. 12% superannuation to secure your future and support your retirement planning. ASAP start date , allowing you to embark on this exciting opportunity without delay. Full-time position, offering 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday , enabling a healthy work-life balance and time. Engage in meaningful public sector projects that impact diverse user groups Work within a collaborative and supportive multi-disciplinary environment
Opportunity to shape and influence enterprise-level design systems

About You

Proven experience as a Senior UX/UI Designer , ideally within complex or government environments Strong expertise in design systems, components, and design tokens
Advanced proficiency in Figma
Demonstrated capability in user research, prototyping, and usability testing
Solid understanding of digital accessibility and WCAG 2.2 standards
Ability to develop and implement UX frameworks and best practices
Excellent stakeholder engagement skills , with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams Strong communication skills with the ability to translate concepts into user-centred designs
Understanding of web technologies and digital terminology

Please note you do need to be an AUSTRALIAN CITIZEN for this Federal Government role. Positions close for submissions at MIDDAY on WEDNESDAY 24 th JUNE 2026.

At HOBAN we encourage applications from people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people of all genders, LGBTI people, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We provide reasonable adjustments; including alternate formats to the recruitment process for individuals with disability. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, please email our Adjustments Coordinator at adjustments@hoban.com.au or visit hoban.com.au/adjustments for additional contact details. Please click here to apply.