Property and Land Development Officer

At the heart of community. At the start of the future.

That's where you'll find Dubbo Regional Council and this opportunity to shape our region as our new Property and Land Development Officer.

Our people care deeply about serving and strengthening our community. We work for 55,000 residents and 1.65 million people who visit our region each year - and when you join us, you'll be part of that impact every single day. We're at the centre of huge and important environmental, economic and societal change that will ensure a more sustainable future – for the Dubbo region, New South Wales, and beyond. It doesn't get much bigger than that.

Join us as our Property and Land Development Officer in the Property and Land Development Branch and develop your skills and future career.

Find purpose and impact

Working within a small cohesive team that takes pride in their work, as a Property and Land Development Officer, you'll play an essential, hands-on role in the continued growth and development of our region. You'll get stuck into interesting, diverse challenges such as undertaking land investigations with the particular focus on the renewable energy zone.

You'll make an impact by

• Assisting the Manager by providing input and implementing strategic plans and internal documents.
• Supporting opportunities that align with the Council's goals and bring positive benefits.
• Working on some unique and diverse projects.
• Assisting with property matters like easements, road closures, and land acquisitions to support Council objectives.
• Collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders.

What you'll bring

To thrive in this role, you will need:

• Certificate IV in Administration or Real Estate Practice or a related discipline.
• Proficiency in computer systems, including Microsoft Office.
• Solid experience in a property-related field.
• High level organisational skills with demonstrated experience in managing multiple property-related files and adhering to deadlines.
• Highly developed planning and negotiation skills.

We would also love you to have:

• Property experience in a Local Government setting would be highly regarded.
• A team first attitude, happy to assist other team members with other jobs when required.

Ready to make a difference?

Join us and help strengthen our community and your career.

This position offers an attractive annual salary ranging from $78,184 to $90,862 plus a 3% Award increase payable post 1 July 2025.

To find out more about this role, explore the Position Description and feel free to reach out to our Manager Property and Land Development on to make an enquiry.

If this role sounds like you, we would love to hear from you, simply click Apply Now

This position requires a pre-employment health assessment. Please refer to the Job Demands document for the physical requirements of the position.

Applications close 9:00am, Monday 7th July 2025.

Please Note: Notifications are primarily system generated. Please ensure your email is correct before submitting an application to avoid missing crucial updates and required information.

Why Dubbo Regional Council?

At Dubbo Regional Council, you'll find a great combination. Here's what you can expect in your career with us:

• Find purpose and impact

Everything you do at Dubbo Regional Council makes a difference for so many people, in so many ways. It'll always be that way. But right here, right now, we're at the heart of some big change - and this is your once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to help us shape the future for communities here and beyond.

• Find personal and professional growth

You'll find so much variety here. We're doing diverse, high-impact work at scale. For you, that means plenty of opportunity to develop your skills and future career.

• Find people you can count on and a lifestyle you love

Your career matters, but so does your life outside of work. You don't have to sacrifice one for the other. Here, you'll achieve and grow in a great place to live and work, with people who truly care.

You'll also enjoy a range of other benefits:

• Find a better balance - enjoy a 35-hour work week with flexible options, plus generous leave allowances.
• Make your pay go further with a variety of salary-packaging options, including Rainbow Cottage Childcare, novated vehicle leasing, self-education expenses, disability/income protection insurance, and so much more.
• Be rewarded for your impact with our annual Staff Excellence Awards and find real connection with our supportive team environment and active social club.
• Prioritise your health and wellbeing with our Fitness Passport, comprehensive Wellbeing Program, annual flu vaccination, and Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.

Dubbo Regional Council is part of Wiradjuri Country, and we acknowledge all clan groups that reside within the Dubbo and Wellington Wiradjuri Nation. We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion, and we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.