Property Officer

About The Opportunity

At Port Macquarie Hastings Council every employee plays a part in ensuring we work together to achieve positive outcomes for our community. To help us achieve this we are currently have a full time temporary opportunity for a motivated Property Officer to join our team. In this diverse and fast-paced role, you'll contribute to the management and strategic use of Council's property portfolio, helping ensure our property assets deliver the greatest benefit for our community now and into the future.

Our Property Officers engage with a wide array of stakeholders, including outdoor dining vendors, fitness trainers, coffee vans; manage over 300 agreements and oversee more than 1200 properties, spanning residential, commercial, and community sectors as well as being the trustee for approximately 200 Crown properties, engaging with issues such as Native Title and Aboriginal land claims.

On a Typical Day You Will

• Coordinate and Administer Land Management Actions: Utilise various software systems to coordinate and administer the activities related to the management of the property and agreement portfolios.
• Negotiate and Prepare Agreements: You will deal with customers in person and on the phone to negotiate and prepare a variety of occupancy agreements on Council owned land and Council managed Crown land, including leases and licences, ensuring they align with legislative requirements and Council objectives.
• Oversee Tenant and Occupant Relations: Ensure the smooth operational management of occupant agreements on Council owned and managed properties, fostering positive relationships and resolving issues as they arise.
• Administer Property Portfolio:Day to day administration of the property agreements including calculating billing for rents and CPI and bonds, liaison with various specialist staff to answer enquiries and ensure compliance.

We're looking for someone who thrives in a busy and diverse environment. Experience in property leasing, conveyancing, property or land acquisition, licensing, paralegal work, or a similar field will be highly regarded.

To succeed in this role, you'll bring strong attention to detail, excellent record-keeping practices, confidence using a range of software systems, exceptional written communication skills, strong organisational abilities, and the capacity to juggle competing priorities and deadlines.

Remuneration And Benefits

Employment Type: Full time, Temporary (until 25 November 2027) 35 hours per week

Salary (exclusive of super): In the range of $90,760 to $101,588 depending on skills and experience

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements - hybrid working and flexi-time
• Discounted gym membership through membership to Fitness Passport
• Candidates relocating to the region have access to The Welcome Experience
• Career development opportunities
• Annual salary increase as per the Local Government (State) Award 2026 plus annual salary review
• Generous employee assistance program
• Salary packaging options available through Salary Packaging Australia and Maxxia
• Recognition through our annual awards ceremony celebrating and rewarding staff achievements

About The Port Macquarie Hastings Region

The region is one of Australia's most enviable locations. We boast a stunning hinterland, kilometres of pristine beaches, national parks, playgrounds, sporting facilities, restaurants, galleries, theatres and a genuine community vibe. The Mid-North Coast is perfect for hiking, surfing, camping, fishing, exploration, sports, arts, theatre, food and wine.

Questions?

If you would like to know more about this opportunity or have any questions about the role please contact Jo Bramma, Property & Leasing Coordinator on 02 6581 8699.

Interested in Applying?

Please complete the application form below and answer the questions which relate to the essential and desirable criteria within the selection criteria OR position description, then upload a copy of your resume and cover letter.

You will find the position description & selection criteria (which ever applies) when you apply for the role.

You may find it helpful to write your response to the questions in a word document then copy/paste this into the application form once you are ready to submit your application.

Applications Close: Sunday 11 October, 11.30pm

At Port Macquarie-Hastings Council, we believe that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to creating a workplace that reflects the vibrant community we serve—where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to thrive.

We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse individuals, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

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Notes

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