About the City

The City of Nedlands is located 7km from the Perth CBD and includes a diverse range of features from the beautiful river foreshore of Dalkeith and Nedlands to the crisp white sands of Swanbourne beach. With a dedicated workforce of professional service providers, we are committed to ensuring the City of Nedlands is a vibrant, safe, and inclusive community with a high standard of local services and facilities.

About the role

We are seeking a proactive and knowledgeable Land and Property Officer to support the optimisation, management, and administration of our diverse landholdings and facilities. In this dynamic role, you will work closely with both internal stakeholders and external tenants to ensure that City assets are utilised efficiently, maintained effectively, and aligned with community and Council expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and administer land management processes, including leasing, licensing, and acquisitions or disposals.
• Prepare tender briefs, secure consultants, and manage contracts related to land and property matters.
• Monitor tenant compliance with lease terms, statutory obligations, maintenance responsibilities, and usage expectations.
• Conduct inspections and audits of leased/licensed premises to ensure asset upkeep and policy adherence.
• Provide expert advice to internal and external stakeholders on land use, tenure arrangements, and facility management.
• Manage the City’s utility billing processes, including submeter readings, invoice preparation, and account validation.

About the successful candidate

To be successful in the role, you will hold relevant qualifications or possess equivalent experience in land and property management or a related field, along with a sound knowledge of the Local Government Act 1995 and associated legislation.

You will be a collaborative and detail-oriented professional with strong analytical skill and the ability to deliver practical property solutions within a local government environment.

Other essential requirements include:

• Proven experience in land administration, including leasing, licensing, and managing property agreements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships.
• Solid research and reporting skills, with the ability to interpret and present complex information clearly.
• A current ‘C’ class Drivers Licence.
• A current National Police Certificate.

What we offer

This full-time, permanent role offers a cash salary of $81,874 - $95,241 per annum, dependent on skills and experience, plus superannuation.

• 5 weeks Annual Leave.
• Paid Parental Leave (12 weeks primary carer / 2 weeks partner leave).
• Up to 13.5% superannuation contributions.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program & Healthy Workplace Initiatives.
• Fitness Passport wellness program access.
• Private health insurance corporate discounts.
• Novated Leasing and Salary Sacrifice options.

Additional details

Please read the position description to ensure a full understanding of the role. Applications must include a cover letter (not more than one page) and a resume demonstrating your suitability for the role.

Confidential enquiries can be directed to Henry Burke, Strategic Land and Property Coordinator on (08) 9273 3500.

How to apply

Applications can be submitted online via the City’s website before 9am AWST, Monday 28 April 2025.

Please note that early applications are highly recommended as the City reserves the right to close applications and appoint a candidate prior to the closing date.