Senior Property Officer
Permanent | Full Time
Band 7 – $108,545.62 + super + RDO (RDO applicable to 38 hours p/w only)
Step up into a senior property role with real scope.
If you’ve built strong property experience in local government or the public sector and you’re ready, this is a genuine next move. You’ll work across Yarra’s diverse inner‑city portfolio, leading high‑impact property matters that shape community outcomes.
Why you’ll want to join us
- Own a varied, complex portfolio: leases/licences plus statutory land projects and transactions.
- Flexible hybrid working and excellent leave entitlements to support sustainable performance.
- Strong development pathways, mentoring and room to influence practice and improve systems.
About the role
You’ll deliver end‑to‑end property management and lead property projects, including:
- Leasing and licensing negotiations, renewals, tenancy matters and issue resolution.
- Acquisitions, disposals, encroachments, road discontinuances, and related statutory processes.
- Clear, defensible advice and recommendations balancing legal, financial, risk and community considerations.
You’ll be part of a collaborative team that values sound judgement, evidence‑based decisions and practical innovation.
What we’re looking for
This role is suited to an experienced property professional ready to operate with autonomy and influence. You’ll bring:
- Strong Council/public sector property experience (highly regarded), with sound knowledge of property law and government practice.
- Proven capability in lease/licence negotiations and managing complex stakeholder matters.
- Experience delivering statutory land/transaction work (or comparable public land processes).
- The ability to prioritise competing matters at pace while maintaining quality, professionalism and strong relationships.
Apply now to take ownership of complex, meaningful property work that directly supports the community.
Need More Info?
For further information, please refer to the Position Description or contact Fadi Fakhoury, Manager Property Services at fadi.fakhoury@yarracity.vic.gov.au
Position Description - Senior Property Officer 2026.pdf
Applications close: Sunday 1 March 2026, at 11:55pm.
How to Apply
Please submit your CV and a 1-page cover letter outlining your suitability for the role, including a brief response to the Key Selection Criteria in the Position Description.
Additional Information
This position is subject to satisfactory Police Check prior to commencement. Pre-employment checks are not used by Yarra City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.
Yarra's Commitment to Diversity
Yarra City Council is committed to being a child safe organisation and supports flexible and accessible working arrangements for all. This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse people, young people, older people, women, and people who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex or queer.
We draw pride and strength from our diversity, remain open to new approaches and actively foster an inclusive workplace that celebrates the contribution made by all our people.
