Property Asset Program Manager

Sydney Water; Cumberland City Council; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Remuneration

Hybrid Work Environment

Continuous Professional Growth

24/7 Wellbeing Support

Discounted Private Health Insurance

Family First (18 weeks parental leave,

Childcare allowance

Fitness Passport

Novated Leasing

Job summary

Sydney Water is seeking a Program Manager, Property Assets to lead strategic management of our Southern region property portfolio, spanning land, buildings, and infrastructure. You will drive asset programs and TOTEX strategies while collaborating with regulators and partners.

Ideal candidates will have a property/engineering background, 10+ years in design/construction or project management, and proven ability to manage multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level or higher degree in property, engineering or equivalent.
• Membership of Engineers Australia or equivalent body.
• 10+ years in design/construction and/or project management.
• Experience delivering multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects.
• Experience managing commercial arrangements with government authorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of property asset management strategies and investment programs.
• Manage a diverse property asset portfolio with regulatory, safety, environmental, and governance compliance.
• Develop business cases and investment proposals to optimise asset performance and lifecycle value.
• Drive asset lifecycle planning, condition assessment programs, risk management, and data governance.
• Oversee property asset improvement programs, manage scope, schedules, budgets and risks.
• Manage facilities and service contracts and monitor contractor performance.
• Build strong relationships with operational teams, regulators and external stakeholders.
• Monitor portfolio performance and prepare executive reports, identify opportunities for improvement.

Skills

Asset management

Stakeholder management

Strategic planning

Regulatory compliance

Contract management

Leadership

Risk management

Team leadership

Education

Property or engineering degree

Engineers Australia membership

Tools

Dayforce HRIS

Job description

• Join Sydney Water in this key Property Asset management role with oversight of the Southern region
• The role will involve some travel to site but there is flexibility for hybrid working.
• Excellent salary package plus vehicle included

• Join Sydney Water in this key Property Asset management role with oversight of the Southern region
• The role will involve some travel to site but there is flexibility for hybrid working.
• Excellent salary package plus vehicle included

About the Role

This role offers an opportunity to shape the future of Sydney Water's property assets through strategic leadership, sound asset management practices, and the delivery of programs that support the provision of essential services to our customers and communities.

As the Program Manager, Property Assets, you will be responsible for leading the strategic management, optimisation, and performance of Sydney Water's diverse property asset portfolio across land, buildings, and associated infrastructure, with a key focus on the Southern Region, including the Illawarra.

This role is pivotal in ensuring property assets remain safe, compliant, fit for purpose, and aligned with Sydney Water's operational and strategic objectives.

You will lead the development and delivery of asset management programs, TOTEX strategies, compliance initiatives, and lifecycle planning activities while providing oversight of key service providers and contractors. Working closely with internal stakeholders, regulators, and external partners, you will drive continuous improvement, optimise asset performance, and deliver sustainable value across the property portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of property asset management strategies, asset plans, and investment programs that support long-term business objectives.
• Manage a diverse portfolio of property assets, ensuring compliance with regulatory, safety, environmental, and corporate governance requirements.
• Develop business cases, investment proposals, and prioritised maintenance programs to optimise asset performance, sustainability, and whole-of-life value.
• Drive asset lifecycle planning, condition assessment programs, risk management initiatives, and asset data governance to support informed decision-making.
• Lead and oversee the delivery of property asset improvement programs, ensuring effective management of scope, schedules, budgets, risks, and stakeholder expectations.
• Manage key facilities and service contracts, monitor contractor performance, and ensure service delivery outcomes are achieved efficiently and safely.
• Foster strong relationships with operational teams, local authorities, regulators, and external stakeholders to support strategic property outcomes and business continuity.
• Monitor portfolio performance, prepare executive reporting, and identify opportunities for innovation, continuous improvement, and value creation across the property asset portfolio.

About You

You should ideally hold a relevant degree qualification (property, engineering or similar) and hold membership of Engineers Australia or a similar body. Also you will have:

• 10+ years’ experience working in design and construction, and/or project management
• Demonstrated experience in managing the delivery of multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects
• Experience in managing various forms of commercial arrangements, dealing with local and other government authorities to drive ‘value for money’ outcomes
• Demonstrated proficiency in identifying and managing avoidable project risks including reputational risk triggers, able to resolve issues in a proactive and timely manner, and monitor and report progress.

Does this sound like you?

Closing date: Sunday 6^th September at 11.59 AEST

For more information, you can contactTA Partner [e-mail]

Please see the job profile for the role’s full accountabilities.

Dive into Our Great Benefits

• Competitive Remuneration:We’ll ensure that your skills and contributions are valued and rewarded appropriately.
• Hybrid Work Environment:We offer a hybrid work model that balances remote work and office collaboration, supporting our team's productivity and well-being.
• Continuous Professional Growth:We will invest in your career with leadership and development programs to propel your success.
• 24/7 Wellbeing Support:Access for you and your family to free and confidential mental health and general health support through our EAP portal.
• Discounted Private Health Insurance:Unlock affordable access to top-tier health coverage with our discounted insurance plans.
• Family First:Prioritise your family with up to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave and a childcare allowance.
• Fitness Passport:Achieve your physical fitness goals using our Fitness Passport, granting you access to a multitude of gyms and pools across NSW.
• Novated Leasing:Get in the driver's seat of your financial future with our novated lease options.

As part of the application process, Sydney Water will be collecting your personal information to assess your suitability for the role. Your personal information may also be used to establish a Dayforce talent profile. Your personal information will be collected in accordance with Dayforce’s Terms and Privacy Policy and Sydney Water’sPrivacy Collection Statement – recruitment. Please note as part of the application process, you will be asked to undergo background checks which include a criminal history check.