Assistant Manager

Canberra, Sydney, Brisbane, Hobart, Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth
- Applications close 23 February 2025

**About the Department**:
The Department of Industry, Science and Resources and our broader portfolio are integral to the Australian Government’s economic agenda. Our purpose is to help the government build a better future for all Australians through enabling a productive, resilient and sustainable economy, enriched by science and technology. We do this by:

- Growing innovative & competitive businesses, industries and regions
- Investing in science and technology
- Strengthening the resources sector.

The APS and the department offer a clear direction and meaningful work. You will be able to create positive impact in people’s lives whilst contributing to improved outcomes for Australia and our people.

If you would like to feel a strong connection to your work and you are accountable, committed and open to change, join us in shaping Australia’s future.

Please see the APSC’s APS Employee Value Proposition for more information on the benefits and value of employment within the APS.
**About the team**:
The Property and Place branch sits within the department’s Enabling and Business Services Group. We are responsible for strategic and operational focussed property functions to meet the needs of the department and enable our people to deliver the government’s agenda in a safe, diverse and inclusive environment.

We are also the centre of how and where people work, as we’re embarking on a place-based approach to staff needs and requirements. Fostering a sense of connection, no matter where staff are based, is key to this initiative.

Our branch functions include leasing, strategy, operations and projects.

**The opportunity**:
Whether you’re an experienced APS professional or looking to start out in your APS career, we are seeking an experienced Property leasing officer to drive property outcomes for the department. Through helping to arrange and oversee the negotiation of new lease agreements, lease renewals and MoU variations, you will play an important part in the future of how and where we work.

**What’s in it for you?**:

- Communicate effectively both in writing and verbally
- Make sound decisions, incorporating initiative and effective professional judgement.
- Work independently or when managing complex or difficult issues, under limited guidance, using discretion and judgement to escalate issues as appropriate.
- Lead successful projects from conception to completion
- Build productive and lasting relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders
- Effectively negotiate and influence internal and external stakeholders including our Senior Executive stakeholders.

**What you will do**:
The Assistant manager leasing and property will lead a small team:

- Coordinating with the department's outsourced Property Service Provider (PSP) and oversee the negotiation of new lease agreements, lease renewals and MoU variations.
- Preparing decision briefs in support of leasing commitments.
- Financial reporting and budgeting; and coordination of the leasing register and critical dates schedule.
- Interpreting legal documents such as leases, licences, contracts and MoU's to ensure the department meets all lease obligations.
- Developing and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders including commercial landlords, PSP and other Commonwealth departments.

**Eligibility**:
**Notes**:
A merit pool may be established and used to fill future vacancies within 18 months from the date the vacancy was first advertised in the Gazette.

The department does currently offer flexible work opportunities for many roles. This vacancy can be filled from various locations and flexible or remote work arrangements will be considered. Please reach out to the contact officer to discuss this further.

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