▷ High Salary: Property Officer

Group and Team: Legal and Governance Group, Legal and Property Team.
Location: Town Hall
Employment status: Permanent, Full-time
Classification: Municipal Officer Level 3
Agreement: Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreement 2024
Salary range: $91,138 per annum + 13.5% superannuation.

About the role

This is an exciting newly established position, created to support the centralisation of Council’s property portfolio. The role is responsible for delivering expert advice and operational support across a broad range of property-related matters, including leasing, licensing, acquisitions, disposals, compliance, and contract management.

Role accountabilities include:

- Provide expert advice on property-related matters including contracts, acquisitions, leasing, and compliance.

- Coordinate inspections and ensure leased properties meet the terms of their agreements.

- Manage property-related contracts and maintain accurate records in Council’s Contract Management system.

- Collaborate with internal teams and external service providers to resolve property issues, support maintenance requests, and improve asset utilisation.

- Contribute to strategic planning, reporting, and performance analysis to enhance the value and efficiency of Council’s property portfolio.

Are you passionate about property and asset management? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where your expertise can shape strategic outcomes?

The ideal candidate for this role brings a strong understanding of property operations, legal frameworks, and asset optimisation. A background in property management, contract administration, or local government operations will be highly regarded.

Essentials for the role:

- Diploma or higher in property, business, or law, or practical experience in managing property, assets, leases, and government-owned facilities like parks, sporting facilities and buildings.

- Current Registration to Work with Vulnerable People.

- Current Driver Licence.

- Proven experience in property-related advisory or operational roles.

- Strong analytical and organisational skills, with attention to detail.

- Ability to interpret and apply legal and commercial agreements.

About us

The City of Hobart offers something for everyone, with connections between nature, history, culture, businesses and each other. We are proud to provide a range of services and facilities that support the wellbeing, safety and participation of the community as well as continuously look to improve and embrace new approaches to achieve better outcomes for all. With an industrious and diversified economy, wherever your skills, talents and passions lie, we can offer you the opportunity to have a rewarding career with ongoing learning and development opportunities.

We recognise contributions to our workforce and offer:

- Above Award wages and Employer Superannuation at 13.5% with salary sacrifice options.

- A wide range of paid leave entitlements.

- Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.

- Ability to purchase additional leave after 12 months of service.

- An Employee Assistance Program that offers onsite visits.

- Corporate Health Plan discounts with BUPA, St. Lukes and Medibank.

The City of Hobart is committed to building an inclusive community and workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, ages and identities.

City of Hobart has a strong commitment to health and safety. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre‑employment background checks. These will include reference checks, verification of qualifications, National Criminal History record check, and Medical Assessment including drug and alcohol testing.

If you're passionate about asset management and ready to take on a role that challenges and rewards, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today

All applications must be made in the online portal. If you experience any issues with submitting your application, please email recruitment@hobartcity.com.au. Please note that we do not accept applications via email or after the position has closed.

Please ensure you have copies of your current resume and relevant qualification/s ready to attach at the end of your application.

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