Principal Consultant

Principal Consultant - Property Management is a permanent full-time role within the Infrastructure Division of the Department of Education, Western Australia. The position leads the management of the Department's occupied and surplus property portfolio and provides oversight of infrastructure services, property leases, agreements and budgets.

• Lead a team to manage infrastructure services, property leases, agreements and associated budgets.
• Oversee negotiation and coordination of office accommodation, maintenance of leased premises, building management and office fit outs.
• Develop, manage and review processes and guidelines that support the management and administration of properties and leases.
• Coordinate and participate in strategic planning for the department's property portfolio.

• Demonstrated extensive understanding of and experience in property, facilities and/or lease management.
• Demonstrated highly developed written communication skills with experience in preparing complex agreements, briefing notes and reports.
• Demonstrated high-level oral and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to negotiate and consult effectively at senior levels in the private and public sectors.
• Demonstrated high-level conceptual and analytical skills, with the ability to provide innovative solutions to complex problems and issues.
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to work collaboratively to manage a range of complex projects.

• 12% employer contributed superannuation.
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance (including remote work, flexible hours and part-time arrangements).
• Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave.
• Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance.
• Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments).
• Close access to public transport and nearby parking options.

East Perth, Western Australia

• Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with work rights for the term of the appointment.
• Consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number before you start.
• Hold or obtain a current Western Australian 'C' Class driver's licence.
• Willingness to travel throughout metropolitan and regional locations as required.

Apply online in two steps:

1. Step 1: Select Apply for Job and complete the online application form, including details of two work-related referees (preferably one being your current line manager).
2. Step 2: Attach your documents. Your application should include:

• A CV of up to 3 pages outlining relevant employment history and professional learning.
• A maximum of 3 pages addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF), including:
• Demonstrated extensive understanding of property, facilities and/or lease management.
• Demonstrated highly developed written communication skills with experience in preparing complex agreements, briefing notes and reports.
• Demonstrated high-level oral and interpersonal communication skills for negotiation and consultation at senior levels.
• Demonstrated high-level conceptual and analytical skills with the ability to provide innovative solutions.
• Demonstrated leadership and collaborative skills to manage complex projects.

It is recommended you have attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job. Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

For technical support submitting your application, contact the Department of Education's Recruitment team on

Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE991967.

Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in the next 12 months. The Department applies a four-day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 19 September 2025.