About

METIER3

Studio

METIER3 was established by Andrew Norbury in 1985. Operating from a modern studio in East Melbourne the firm offers our clients high quality, commercially focussed design solutions.

Our clients primarily cover the commercial, residential, educational and institutional sectors. Our competitive difference arises from a deep understanding of essential client outcomes, and the ability to meet or exceed individual client aspirations and deliver commercially compelling design solutions. The advice we provide extends beyond straight architecture and interior design to include:

  • test-fit envelopes provided very quickly to enable informed development decisions that optimise potential of a site;
  • advice on modern workplace design;
  • development management services including structuring a transaction for debt funding, and provision of feasibility modelling;
  • assistance in sales or leasing campaigns;
  • combustible cladding rectification.

All design work is undertaken within the East Melbourne studio.

 

METIER3 Pty Ltd ARBV 50117

Andrew Norbury, Nominated Architect. ARBV 13705. NSW Architect Registration 5829.

METIER3 holds an externally audited ISO9001:2015 Quality Management System certification, having first developed an externally certified QMS in 2002. We have maintained and improved the system continuously thereafter.

In late 2025, our new QMS was re-certified for a further 3 years, with annual surveillance audits conducted by SAI Global.

A feature of our system is the integration of the software used within our practice – Harvest, Forecast, ClickUp, HappyHR and O365 along with bespoke software development to integrate the systems.

Solutions

Value

Service

 

Since 1985 METIER3 has developed an enviable reputation for high quality design, reliable advice, and a client-focussed commercial approach to our work. Under-pinning these attributes are the values we strive to deliver:

METIER3 has been the recipient of over 20 architectural awards.

Our award-winning architecture covers commercial architecture from small to large scale, environmental sustainability, and alpine residential architecture.

METIER3 employs motivated, articulate and passionate architectural professionals in our CBD / East Melbourne office. In all cases, candidates need to have BIM skills, particularly in Revit/BIM360. Strong/advanced level Revit skills are a pre-requisite to working with us. We require all candidates to undergo an online Revit assessment (allow 60-90 minutes) as part of the interview process, and prior to any offer of employment being made.

Please check this page regularly for current vacancies, or follow us on LinkedIn for details on any vacancies as they arise.

Note:

  1. Unsolicited applications are discouraged. We do not respond to an application unless directly related to a role we are currently recruiting.
  2. In all instances, applicants must be able to demonstrate that they hold Australian permanent residency and have eligibility for full time employment.
  3. Unless specifically noted, we do not offer visa sponsorship to candidates/employees. 
  4. As we receive a large number of applications, we only respond to applicants we seek to progress to interview, however all applications received are reviewed. There is no need to re-submit if you don't hear from us, nor is there any need to contact our office to confirm receipt of your application.

 

2027 Graduate recruitment

METIER3 has a long history of employing and developing recent graduates. We take between two and four graduates in each intake, and we build the roles around an important professional step - architectural registration, which while not essential is strongly recommended as a key milestone in your career.

What the Program provides
You work on live projects across our sectors - workplace, data centres, education, hospitality and residential - inside a studio where graduates sit with and learn directly from experienced/registered architects.
Graduates who perform well and demonstrate their passion, creativity and contribution to our office are appointed to permanent roles within six months of commencement.

Our registration pathway is structured and funded: paid time off to study and prepare for the registration process, fully reimbursable (successful) exam and interview costs, and a salary increase from the day of registration.


The 2027 intake
Applications for our 2027 intake are open from 1 October 2026 until 15 November 2026 unless closed earlier at our discretion.
We expect interviews will be held in November for commencement in January 2027.


What we look for
Graduation from a recognised Australian tertiary design school in 2025 or 2026 and no more than 12 months professional work experience - direct from university with no architectural experience is fine, too.
Strong Revit skills - an online Revit assessment is part of our process - we work in BIM on every project. You are strongly encouraged to supplement your existing Revit competency before interview - there are plenty of online resources to assist.
Australian permanent residency or equivalent full-time work rights. We do not offer visa sponsorship or temporary roles. 


How to apply
Send us your CV and current portfolio including some of your academic work to m3employment2026 AT metier3 DOT com DOT au
Include a cover letter and one of the following:
A) a short essay (no more than 500 words) describing your final year project;
B) a short essay (no more than 500 words) on an architect/designer who you admire or aspire to emulate or are inspired by, and why;
C) a brief critique (no more than 500 words) on any METIER3 project on this site; OR
D) a 90 second video introducing yourself and why you chose architecture as a profession.

If more appropriate, send us a link to the application material and be sure the link is working and clearly identified in your cover letter.

We read everything received that complies with that criteria and will shortlist applicants accordingly. However, we may only contact short listed applicants.

We do not consider applications that appear to be "mass produced" or fail to respond to the above criteria.

Candidates who progress after initial screening of their application will be asked to attend an interview at our office in East Melbourne. We may conduct an interview via Teams/Zoom if necessary however we prefer a face to face meeting.
 

Candidates who impress us at interview and are complementary to the other graduate candidates, can expect to be offered a role with a commencement date (exact date to be agreed) in January 2027.

We look forward to hearing from you.