Community Property Advisor
- Manage Council's diverse property portfolio
- Provide expert property advice to stakeholders
- Lead lease and licence drafting and negotiations
Shape Places. Create Impact. Drive Community Outcomes.
We're seeking a Community Property Advisor to join our team and help manage a diverse portfolio of land and property assets that support community organisations, public services and local infrastructure across the Sutherland Shire.
In this role, you'll lead a broad range of property projects and transactions, helping to ensure Council's assets are managed effectively, sustainably and for long-term community benefit. From leases and licences to acquisitions, disposals, Crown land matters and strategic property initiatives, you'll enjoy a varied and rewarding role with the opportunity to make a tangible impact.
Working as part of a collaborative team, you'll contribute to the management of Council's community and Crown land assets, build strong relationships with community organisations and stakeholders, and help deliver positive outcomes for the Sutherland Shire community.
What You'll Be Doing
- Managing Council's diverse property portfolio
- Leading lease and licence drafting and negotiations across Council and Crown Land
- Providing expert property advice to internal and external stakeholders
- Managing statutory property matters and compliance
- Supporting sustainable use of community assets
- Building relationships with community, government and industry stakeholders
- Managing right of ways, easement transactions and road leases
What You'll Bring
- Tertiary qualification/s in Land/ Property Economics, Property Management, Valuation, Planning or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience
- A current NSW Driver's Licence
- Demonstrated experience in property management including leasing functions, coordinating maintenance works, routine inspections and rent reconciliations.
- Strong negotiation, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- A sound understanding of property legislation, governance and compliance requirements.
- The ability to confidently manage complex property matters while balancing community, commercial and strategic outcomes.
Why Join Us?
This is more than a property role. It's an opportunity to work on diverse, meaningful projects that directly contribute to community outcomes. You'll enjoy a supportive team environment, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to make a meaningful contribution through the effective management of community assets.
Join our Team and Grow with Us!
Ready to put your property expertise to work where it matters most? Apply today and help shape the future of our community.
- Get your application in by 11.59pm: Tuesday 22nd September 2026
- Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated within 2 weeks of job ad closing.
- Package: $103,552 - $109,766 per annum plus 12% superannuation.
- Hours of work: Working 35 hours per week. You will have the option of a 19 day month with Council's ADO system (Accrued Day Off).
- To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.
Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks, and will also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.
Reach out to Melissa Pilgrim, Community Property Team Leader mpilgrim@ssc.nsw.gov.au for any job specific enquiries.
Breanna Rivers, Talent Acquisition Business Partner BRivers@ssc.nsw.gov.au can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.
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About Sutherland Shire Council
Sutherland Shire is a unique area in greater Sydney. Boasting iconic beaches, stunning coastline, vibrant town centers, and incredible national parks. All just 26 km from the CBD. As one of the largest Councils in NSW, we're home to a growing and connected community of more than 230,000 people.
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