• Permanent Full-Time position.
• Salary $96,200.82 - $104,853.18 + Superannuation.
• Hybrid working arrangements available.
• Closing 22 June 2025.

City of Monash is a dynamic organisation committed to providing excellence in service delivery. Located in the eastern region, Monash is a cosmopolitan and culturally diverse city, close to the demographic centre of Melbourne.

The Property Department oversees Council's property portfolio and is responsible for the following:

• Management of major developments on Council owned or managed land.
• Provision of leases and licences for Council owned or managed land.
• Discontinuance, sale and naming of laneways and roads.
• Disposal and acquisition of Council land.
• Strategic Property advice to the organisation.

About the Position

The Property Officer is responsible for the following objectives:

• Provide technical advice and administrative support to the Property Team Leader and Coordinator Property & Strategic Projects.
• Assist in managing Council’s property portfolio, including documentation for land purchases/sales, road discontinuances, easements, subdivisions, leases, and licenses.
• Maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders to ensure occupancy agreements are up-to-date and compliant with legislation and Council policies.
• Ensure legislative and policy compliance through standardised documentation and accurate record keeping.

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Skills and Experience

• Relevant experience in a property management-related discipline, within a commercial, government or not-for-profit environment.
• Experience in a local government setting (highly desirable).
• Experience with drafting and/or interpreting legal contracts (highly desirable).
• Tertiary qualifications in Business/Property Management or equivalent (highly desirable, but not essential).
• Knowledge of relevant legislation such as the Local Government Act, Land Act, Subdivision Act, Land Acquisition and Compensation Act, Transfer of Land Act and Retail Leases Act.
• Demonstrated relevant previous experience working with property, land management, property project management, road discontinuances, land sales/acquisitions and preparation of occupancy agreements.

Requirements

• Current valid Victorian Drivers Licence.
• Employee Working with Children’s Check (if applicable)
• Satisfactory National Police Check; and
• Other pre-employment checks may be required depending on the role requirements.

Benefits

As a City of Monash employee, your personal and professional development is a key focus for us. You will have access to:

• Supportive and experienced leaders that care for your development and wellbeing
• Vibrant health and well-being programs
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Flexible working arrangements
• Training and development opportunities
• Discounted gym memberships at our Active Monash Recreation Centres

Apply for this amazing opportunity

Please submit your CV with a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role.

Applications close 22 June 2025.

If you would like to discuss this role further or you have any enquiries, please contact Stefan Van Vuuren - Property Team Leader on 03 9518 3419 or at [email protected].

Monash Council is committed to be a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where we embrace and support diversity.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support or access requirement, we encourage you to let us know through your application or email [email protected]

We are also committed to being a Child Safe organisation and have zero tolerance to child abuse.