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**POSITION NUMBER**

3835
- **DEPARTMENT**

Infrastructure, Sustainability and Precincts
- **ROLE TYPE**

Non-teaching
- **JOB TYPE**

Full time
- **CONTRACT**

Ongoing
- **LOCATION**

Preston
- **APPLICATIONS CLOSE**

31 October 2024**PROPERTY OFFICER**:

- **Annual Salary $82,373 - $88,423 + Superannuation**:

- **Melbourne Polytechnic offer Flexible Working, this role is based out of our Preston Campus. We are close to public transport and provide secure onsite parking, onsite Café & restaurant with a gym facility, hair salon & we are only a 2 minute walk to Preston market.**

**About the Organisation**:
Melbourne Polytechnic is a learning organisation that has been delivering vocational training since 1912. Learning at Melbourne Polytechnic is a unique experience with an applied focus. delivered by teachers with real-world experience and expertise.

At Melbourne Polytechnic we are committed to providing high quality, innovative, applied and future focused, purposeful education and training to students, industry and communities. Our teachers are passionate and established in their professions and look guide students in theirs. We know that circumstances can create barriers to learning, so we offer our students personalised pathways, flexible study options and learning support.

**About the Role**:
The Property Officer is responsible for the leasing of excess properties that are underutilised within the Institute’s multiple campuses. This includes both short term hire of the facilities or a longer-term
occupancy. This position interacts with potential tenants/licence holders/lessees to negotiate terms,
rates and outgoings and ensures that the Institute’s facilities are occupied at a capacity to avoid
vacancies.

**Duties**:

- Execute effective leasing strategies to optimise occupancy rates, attract and retain
tenants, and maximise revenue generation for Melbourne Polytechnic properties.
- Lease negotiation and administration, handle lease negotiations, including rent agreements/licences, lease renewals and lease terminations. Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements throughout the leasing process.
- Prepare and maintain lease documentation and records.
- Tenant relationship management by building and maintaining positive relationships with
tenants, addressing their concerns and resolving any issues that arise.
- Provide excellent customer service to enhance tenant satisfaction and retention.

For a full list of key responsibilities and duties, please view the **position description**.

**Skills and Experience Required**:

- Strong stakeholder management skills and demonstrated ability to produce quality
outcomes.
- Strong customer service skills to effectively communicate with tenants, address inquiries,
and ensure a positive experience during the leasing/hiring process.
- Ability to negotiate lease terms, rental rates, and other contractual details with potential
tenants or space hirers.
- Knowledge of property laws, regulations, and lease agreements to ensure compliance and
protect the interests of the institution.
- Ability to calculate rental yields, and manage budgets related to leasing and space hiring.

**How to Apply**:

- Current CV
- Cover Letter (Please ensure that you address the Key Selection Criteria outlined in the **position description**)

A National Police Check is required for the successful applicant.

**Recruitment Agencies**:
Please be aware for us to engage with you, we require internal pre-approval and you must be on the State Purchasing Contract (for Victorian government common use goods and services). We will engage with you and your agency once we have the approvals.

**Diversity and Inclusion**:

- Melbourne Polytechnic is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation, by ensuring that children and young people are protected from abuse or harm._

**Position Description**:

- **Property Officer Precincts And Sustainability