National Property Manager

• Opportunity to develop & implement an operational lease management strategy for a leading Mental Health Provider
• Permanent role | Full time
• Burnley Location

Mind strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people with a lived experience of mental ill health and recovery, and applicants from all cultures, genders, sexualities, bodies, abilities, spiritualities, ages and backgrounds.

Mind Australia is one of Australia's largest providers of community-managed psychosocial services, supporting people experiencing mental health and wellbeing challenges to find help, hope and purpose in their lives. Operating for more than 45 years and employing more than 1,300 staff around Australia, Mind is a leading employer of people with lived experience of mental health challenges, recognising their unique ability to connect with and motivate clients and guide recovery.

About the role

The Property, Facilities & Procurement business unit manages and ensures effective operation of Mind Australia and its subsidiary, The Haven Foundation and One Door Mental Health assets and properties across Australia. The business unit is responsible for overseeing and maintaining facilities, commercial and residential properties, grounds, plant and equipment, property leases, capital projects, tenders, office relocations, supplier agreements and commercial contracts to support efficient service delivery.

We are seeking an experienced, self-motivated National Property Manager for a permanent, fulltime opportunity in the Burnley area. You will be responsible for developing and implementing Mind Australia's operational lease management strategy across leased and owned sites nationally. The role focuses on optimising property performance and value through effective lease management, cost control, and compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement a national property and leasing strategy that supports Mind's operational, financial objectives and growth.
• Manage end-to-end lease lifecycle activities including new leases, renewals, extensions, surrenders, make-good processes and rent reviews.
• Ensure adherence to all lease and statutory obligations, including health and safety, insurance, and environmental requirements.
• Work closely with the Property Development team to understand new developments and leasing arrangements, providing guidance and support where applicable to ensure alignment with Mind's operational and property strategy.
• Support the development and monitoring of the national property budget and lease expenditure forecasts.

What you'll bring

• Tertiary qualifications in either Lease Management, Property, Business, Facilities Management, or a related discipline.
• Extensive experience in residential and commercial property and lease management across a national or multi-site portfolio.
• Proven ability to negotiate leases, manage renewals, and achieve cost savings through effective property strategies.
• Strong understanding of property legislation, compliance obligations, and risk management.
• Experience within the community, health, or not-for-profit sectors is highly regarded.

Benefits

• Salary packaging up to $15,899 p.a. allows you to allocate a portion of your pre-tax income to cover living expenses (e.g. rent, mortgage, child care, car leasing expenses etc.)
• Option to access Meal and Entertainment allowance up to $2,650 p.a. via Salary Packaging.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), provided by Converge International, for you and your immediate family members.
• Fitness Passport - Access to our corporate health and fitness program, providing you and family with access to a wide choice of fitness facilities.
• Work flexibility arrangements available for maintaining your work-life balance.

Interested?

To apply visit Mind Careers - reference number Online applications must be submitted by 11pm Monday 3 November 2025. Please contact the person below for more information.

Justin Nevill, Senior Manager Facilities & Procurement, Property

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Position Description

PD National Property Manager pdf

The successful applicant is required to complete comprehensive reference and background checking prior to employment, including a Working with Children Check and NDIS Workers Screening Check.