Land Management Officer
- Serve as the primary adviser on land and property matters for the Council.
- Manage leases, licenses, land sales, and Crown Land management.
- Coordinate with valuers, agents, and surveyors to ensure accurate property management.
About the Role
Build a varied property career as Council’s go-to adviser on land and property. Reporting directly to the Director of Corporate Services, this standalone role covers leases and licences, land sales, plans of management, and Crown Land management, with full support to grow into Native Title.
Duties
- Negotiate lease renewals for communication towers and Council land
- Review titles, deposited plans, and zoning to confirm property status
- Update plans of management for community reserves
- Coordinate valuers, agents, and surveyors on land purchases and sales
- Keep Council’s land, lease, and GIS registers up to date
Skills & Experience
- Experience in property, real estate, conveyancing, leasing, or land administration
- Qualification in Land Economics, Property, Town Planning, Business, or Legal Studies
- Confidence working with titles, leases, contracts, or plans
- Clear written communication, including report writing
- Australian working rights
Benefits
- $90,916.80 - $103,927.20 p.a. + 12% super (up to $116,398 total package)
- 26 long weekends a year with a 9-day fortnight
- 4 weeks annual leave, 2 weeks sick leave, and 1 week MyLeave
- Relocation assistance and short-term rental subsidy for approved candidates
- Structured induction and training in Crown Land and Native Title
About the Company
At Tenterfield Shire Council, you will make a visible difference in a close-knit community. Unlike large organisations where property professionals spend years in one lane, Council offers broad exposure across its full property and land portfolio.
How to Apply
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