Lead strategic property initiatives with real impact across the municipality. Work with a supportive leadership team and build strong stakeholder relationships. Full time, $124,002 - $146,298 + super + ADO  Hybrid work model, Officer  Together, Different Future  As one of the fastest growing municipalities in Victoria, Cardinia Shire Council is a dynamic, progressive, and inclusive local council. Our success lies in working together, doing things differently and preparing for the future.  We’re looking for people who dream big and want to be part of creating meaningful change in our community.  About the opportunity  This is a high impact opportunity to lead and shape the future of property management at Cardinia Shire Council. As a key strategic role, you’ll oversee the management of Council’s property portfolio including acquisitions, disposals, leasing, and legal title matters while building strong relationships across departments, stakeholders, and external partners. With a growing focus on Precinct Structure Plan acquisitions and new Council Plan initiatives for investment and attraction, this role offers autonomy, visibility, and the chance to build and lead a small team in a progressive environment. You will make an impact by Leading a small, emerging team to deliver strategic property outcomes. Managing complex property transactions including acquisitions, disposals, and leases. Providing expert advice and reporting to Council, ELT, and stakeholders. Building strong relationships across departments, community, and external agencies. Driving customer centric, solution-oriented property services. What you will bring Tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent experience in property, real estate, or a related field. Demonstrated leadership experience, ideally within local or state government. Strong understanding of property legislation, leasing, acquisitions, and title matters. Proven ability to negotiate complex property transactions and manage stakeholder expectations. High-level communication and report writing skills, including presenting to executive audiences. Experience working with legal advisors, consultants, and technical experts. A collaborative mindset and ability to manage multiple priorities with autonomy.  Why work with us  Activity based and hybrid work model. Opportunities to work on innovative and impactful initiatives that make a real difference to the community.  Professional development opportunities, including training and education programs, and leadership development initiatives.  A commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship, with initiatives to reduce the Council's carbon footprint and promote sustainable practices in the community.  A focus on work-life balance, with programs and initiatives designed to support employees' physical and mental well-being.  Discover these benefits and how we support and value our employees throughout their career journey.  Click here.  If you're looking for a role where you can lead high-impact property projects, influence strategic outcomes, and work with a team of professionals in a collaborative environment, this is your opportunity.  Apply now and take the next step in your property career. To apply  Please complete the online application form, including your resume and a brief cover letter demonstrating your suitability to the role.  Applications close, 19th October 2025 For further information regarding the role please contact Peter Harris, Manager Governance, Safety and Property on 5943 4392 or refer to the position description.  Cardinia Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment and a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. We welcome applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with a disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore career opportunities with Cardinia Shire Council. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application by contacting us on 1300 787 624.   All successful applicants will be required to undertake a National Police Check and pre-employment medicals. Certain positions may also require a Financial Background Check, Traffic Check or Working with Children Check. You must have valid Australian Working Rights to be considered for this role.    Position Description AUD Officer 3809

Coordinator Property

  • Lead strategic property initiatives with real impact across the municipality. 
  • Work with a supportive leadership team and build strong stakeholder relationships. 
  • Full time, $124,002 - $146,298 + super + ADO  
  • Hybrid work model, Officer  

Together, Different Future  

As one of the fastest growing municipalities in Victoria, Cardinia Shire Council is a dynamic, progressive, and inclusive local council. Our success lies in working together, doing things differently and preparing for the future.  

We’re looking for people who dream big and want to be part of creating meaningful change in our community.  

About the opportunity  

This is a high impact opportunity to lead and shape the future of property management at Cardinia Shire Council. As a key strategic role, you’ll oversee the management of Council’s property portfolio including acquisitions, disposals, leasing, and legal title matters while building strong relationships across departments, stakeholders, and external partners. With a growing focus on Precinct Structure Plan acquisitions and new Council Plan initiatives for investment and attraction, this role offers autonomy, visibility, and the chance to build and lead a small team in a progressive environment. 

You will make an impact by 

  • Leading a small, emerging team to deliver strategic property outcomes. 
  • Managing complex property transactions including acquisitions, disposals, and leases. 
  • Providing expert advice and reporting to Council, ELT, and stakeholders. 
  • Building strong relationships across departments, community, and external agencies. 
  • Driving customer centric, solution-oriented property services. 

What you will bring 

  • Tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent experience in property, real estate, or a related field. 
  • Demonstrated leadership experience, ideally within local or state government. 
  • Strong understanding of property legislation, leasing, acquisitions, and title matters. 
  • Proven ability to negotiate complex property transactions and manage stakeholder expectations. 
  • High-level communication and report writing skills, including presenting to executive audiences. 
  • Experience working with legal advisors, consultants, and technical experts. 
  • A collaborative mindset and ability to manage multiple priorities with autonomy. 

 Why work with us  

  • Activity based and hybrid work model. 
  • Opportunities to work on innovative and impactful initiatives that make a real difference to the community.  
  • Professional development opportunities, including training and education programs, and leadership development initiatives.  
  • A commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship, with initiatives to reduce the Council's carbon footprint and promote sustainable practices in the community.  
  • A focus on work-life balance, with programs and initiatives designed to support employees' physical and mental well-being.  
  • Discover these benefits and how we support and value our employees throughout their career journey.  Click here.  

If you're looking for a role where you can lead high-impact property projects, influence strategic outcomes, and work with a team of professionals in a collaborative environment, this is your opportunity.  Apply now and take the next step in your property career. 

To apply  

  • Please complete the online application form, including your resume and a brief cover letter demonstrating your suitability to the role.  
  • Applications close, 19th October 2025 
  • For further information regarding the role please contact Peter Harris, Manager Governance, Safety and Property on 5943 4392 or refer to the position description.  

Cardinia Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment and a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. We welcome applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with a disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore career opportunities with Cardinia Shire Council. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application by contacting us on 1300 787 624.  

All successful applicants will be required to undertake a National Police Check and pre-employment medicals. Certain positions may also require a Financial Background Check, Traffic Check or Working with Children Check. 

You must have valid Australian Working Rights to be considered for this role.