Property Acquisitions

Property Acquisitions - Senior Advisor

Water Corporation

Location: Leederville, Western Australia

Employment type: Full-time, fixed term until 31 March 2026

Salary: $115,561 plus Super & Benefits

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Overview

Works with the Team Leader - Property Acquisitions to support and provide advice on the acquisition and transfer of property interests in accordance with the Corporation's requirements. Effectively and efficiently protect and maintain Corporation infrastructure and provide strategic input within the land acquisition process.

What you can expect in this role

• Structure contracts protecting the corporation's interests, limit liability, and administer transactions through to settlement for the acquisition and transfer of property.
• Ensure all factors are considered in the acquisition process in relation to environmental and indigenous issues including contaminated sites, flora, fauna, wetlands, Native Title, Heritage matters.
• Administer transactions regarding the registration, surrender or withdrawal of encumbrances: Easements, Caveats & Restrictive Covenants.
• Coordinate and manage dealings with DPLH, DWER, DBCA and other Government Agencies in the acquisition and transfer of property interests from Crown Land.
• Lead negotiations directly with landowners to acquire property for assigned capital projects in accordance with the Corporation's requirements.
• Responsible for ensuring negotiation and settlement of claims for compensation.

Who we are

When you join Water Corporation, you play an important role for the people of WA. Our services are essential for life – everyday, millions of Western Australians rely on us to deliver and manage water across our state. If you're driven to make a meaningful contribution, you've come to the right place.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Two well-being days each year
• Generous co-contribution superannuation scheme, up to 15.5%. This includes an 11.5% standard employer contribution, plus an additional 2% employer co-contribution that matches your own 2% contribution.

Discover more benefits we offer to support the unique and individual ways our employees live.

Your Skills and Experience

• Ability to undertake travel within the State in accordance with business needs.
• Experience in the acquisition of land and the compensation process.
• Experience in land conveyancing, purchase contracts, land valuation, relevant legislation, and its interpretation.
• Considerable experience in high-level negotiation of property transactions.
• Ability to establish and foster strong working relationships across managers, employees and stakeholders.
• Effective communication using a broad range of methods; strong interpersonal, negotiation, and leadership skills.

How to apply

Ready to thrive as you shape WA's water future? Apply today by submitting a covering letter and resume that best demonstrate your ability to meet the requirements of the role.

Applications close

17th September

Pre-employment

As part of the recruitment process you will be required to complete Pre-Employment screening which may include a medical, qualification check, police clearance and Australian working rights check.

Diversity and Inclusion

We reserve the right to withdraw this ad prior to the closing date. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, LGBTQIA+, and culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Applicants requiring adjustments or alternative communication methods can contact a Recruitment Officer at recruitment@watercorporation.com.au or 9420 2000.

Our Commitment To a Diverse And Inclusive Workplace

We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment to enable people with disability to participate fully in all aspects of employment.

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