Property Asset Manager

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Sydney, New South Wales

Full-time

Description

Sydney

Core Portfolio - Property /Property Services/Chief Operations Office

Full Time/Permanent

$129,721 - $147,426 per annum plus superannuation

Caring for our city, creating a future for all

Our people are passionate about their communities and connected to their teams. They're motivated by our genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion, and our clear, compelling plan for our global city:Sustainable Sydney 2030 – 2050 Continuing the Vision.

Be part of a purpose-led organisation with care at its core. You'll make a difference by acting in the best interests of our communities and city. Be better together with collaborative and inclusive partnerships. Embrace possibilities and be open to new ideas and creating bold solutions.

About The Role

Are you an experienced professional seeking a meaningful opportunity to lead the facilities and property management of some of Sydney's most iconic civic assets? The City of Sydney is looking for a motivated and capable individual to join our team as a Property Asset Manager, with a strong focus on operational building performance, compliance, tenant engagement, and long-term asset value.

The City of Sydney has undergone a significant transformational change within Property Services, redefining how we manage our diverse property portfolio to deliver greater value, improved service delivery, and stronger community outcomes. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic and forward-thinking team, helping to shape the next generation of property services for the City.

Make a Real Impact in the Community

Your work at the City will directly support the delivery of essential community services — from libraries and cultural venues to community centres and recreational spaces. By ensuring our buildings are safe, sustainable, and well-managed, you'll play a key role in supporting Sydney's diverse communities and enhancing their experience of public spaces. This is more than a job — it's a chance to give back to the community and create a positive legacy through the built environment.

The City manages over 1,500 property interests valued at more than $2.7 billion, including heritage-listed civic buildings, commercial properties, and community infrastructure. As a Property Asset Manager, you will take ownership of a portfolio of assets and be responsible for both the facilities and property management aspects that contribute to service excellence and asset performance. We are seeking candidates with an ability to think commercially and strategically, capable of balancing community outcomes with operational efficiency, risk management, and financial sustainability.

Key Responsibilities Include

lead day-to-day facilities management of your assigned buildings, ensuring operational reliability, safety, and regulatory complianceoversee planned and reactive maintenance programs, manage contractor performance, and support capital upgradesmanage leases, licenses, and tenant relationships, ensuring property and contractual obligations are metprepare and manage budgets, monitor operating costs, and contribute to lifecycle forecasting and capital planningdeliver building condition assessments and contribute to strategic asset management planninguse the City's Property Management Information Systems to drive data-informed decision-making and ensure accurate, reliable recordscollaborate across teams to support integrated service delivery and positive tenant and community outcomes.

We're Looking For Someone With

tertiary qualifications in Property or Facility Management or significant experience managing building assets at a senior levelstrong financial management skills including budgeting, reporting and cost control across property portfoliosexperience with property management systems and maintaining accurate and compliant recordswell-developed stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work closely with tenants, regulators and the community.

This is an exciting time to join Property Services at the City of Sydney. You'll work alongside a passionate and professional team committed to innovation, service quality, and sustainable asset management.

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This role has the option of a rostered day off each month, known as a 19-day month.

The recommended applicant must complete a pre-employment health declaration and criminal history check.

Applications must be submitted online by11:59pm, Friday 15th August.

For more information, contact Carmel Foster, Property Portfolio Manager on 02 9265 9563

What We Can Offer You

You'll work with passionate, welcoming and supportive people who care for our communities and create a future for all.

Flexible working3 days of care and cultural leave each year for health and wellbeing activities, cultural and religious days or events of significance Collaborative approach to flexible workingCity centre head office, with many public transport options.Professional developmentLeadership and management development programFurther education program providing reimbursement of course fees, and study and exam leaveOpportunity to attend external courses and conferencesLong service and employee recognition awardsEmployee assistance program offering free, confidential counsellingSupporting families26 weeks paid parental leave and 6 weeks paid partner leavePaid and unpaid adoption and long-term fostering leavePaid superannuation for up to 52 weeks of parental leavePart-time and job-sharing options availableSupportive return-to-work environmentInclusive cultureRecognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of AustraliaActive employee networks including City Women, City Pride, DiverseCity and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander networkRecognised family inclusive workplaceVeteran employment supporter

Find out why a career at the City of Sydney might be right for you.

How To Apply

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds in a workplace as diverse as our communities. We're passionate about gender balance, with an executive team two-thirds female and half of leadership roles held by women.

All applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, veterans and people of diverse sexualities and genders, are encouraged to join us.

We're a disability confident recruiter. If you identify as a person with disability and require support for your application or the recruitment process, contact us atrecruitment@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.auor02 9265 9333.

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