Property Specialist
Temporary full-time

Kiama Council is committed to promoting diversity and fostering inclusion.

We currently have an opportunity for a Property Specialist to join our Infrastructure and Liveability Department.

In the role of Property Specialist you will lead the preparation, implementation, and management of tasks associated with the divestment and acquisition of property to support Council’s property portfolio.

This role is vital to achieving the Council’s objectives for future property transactions and enhancing the quality and continuity of the Council’s service delivery.

What we offer...

• Temporary full-time position, 35 hours per week until August 2027
• Annual salary from $90,676 to $99,970
  (salary is dependent on qualifications, skills and experience)
• Progressive annual salary up to $110,217
• Plus 12% superannuation.

What you'll need to be successful in the role...

You will have strong analytical and logical thinking skills, with the ability to assess and interpret complex information. Your exceptional written and verbal communication skills, capable of conveying information clearly and persuasively.

In addition, you will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in property management, development, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
• Extensive experience and strong commercial acumen within the development and property industry
• Proven track record in negotiating complex property transactions, demonstrating strategic and effective negotiation techniques.
• Comprehensive understanding of relevant legislation, particularly the Local Government Act, and the ability to interpret and apply Council policies effectively
• A demonstrated ability to handle complaints professionally and effectively, ensuring satisfactory resolutions
• Current Class C Driver’s Licence.

Pre-Employment Checks

Your employment will be subject to a National Criminal Record Check to determine your suitability for employment.

All employees and other workers must uphold and promote safety and wellbeing for children and young people.

Closing Date: Sunday 10 August 2025 at 11:30pm.

Click 'Apply' to submit your application, or for more information contact Donna Flanagan, Manager Property and Recreation on 0461 322 974.

What you’ll love about working for Kiama Council…

We understand the need for flexibility and can offer:

• Accrued flex time allowing up to two days off each month for indoor staff
• Nine day working fortnight for outdoor staff
• Hybrid working arrangements e.g. work from home

Generous leave entitlements including:

• Paid parental leave
• Fifteen days of sick leave
• Long service leave after five years
• Casual loading in lieu of leave entitlements for casual employees

We value your health and wellbeing and offer:

• Access to the Fitness Passport
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program
• Two paid health and wellbeing days each year

Access to social club events for social club members:

• BBQ's, raffles and year round events and celebrations
• Birthday and Christmas vouchers

We encourage professional development and learning and development opportunities including:

• Study assistance
• On the job training
• Payment of licenses, tickets and courses deemed essential for your role