Property Officer

Careers at Council; Kempsey; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly RDO

Flexible work arrangements

Wellbeing programs

Career development opportunities

Salary packaging options

Job summary

Kempsey Shire Council in Kempsey, NSW is seeking a Property Officer to support administration and management of Council-owned properties. You will assist with leases, licences, contractor coordination, and maintenance while delivering high-quality service to internal and external stakeholders.

We value organised, approachable candidates with strong communication skills. Minimum qualifications include a Certificate III/IV in relevant fields and experience in property or contract administration,

Qualifications

• Certificate III or IV in Business Administration, Property Services, Local Government, Project or Contract Administration, or relevant experience.
• Strong administration and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Experience supporting procurement, contractors, project and/or legal administration activities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships.
• Ability to learn and use multiple specialised software systems.

Responsibilities

• Support administration and management of Council-owned and managed properties.
• Assist with leases and licences, contractor coordination, maintenance activities and compliance processes.
• Handle customer enquiries and a range of operational and administrative tasks across the property portfolio.
• Collaborate with Senior Property Manager and Property Coordinator to deliver high-quality service to stakeholders.

Skills

Administration

Customer service

Communication

Software systems

Education

Certificate III/IV in Business Administration or related

Job description

Are you organised, practical and customer-focused, with an interest in property and asset management?

We are seeking a motivated and organised Property Officer to join our Commercial Business team. This role is ideal for someone with strong administrative and customer service skills who has an interest in property, facilities, leasing, or local government operations.

As the Property Officer, you will support the administration and management of Council-owned and managed properties. You will assist with leases and licences, contractor coordination, maintenance activities, compliance processes, customer enquiries, and a range of operational and administrative tasks across the property portfolio.

Working closely with the Senior Property Manager and Property Coordinator, you’ll contribute to the efficient management of community and commercial assets while delivering high-quality service to internal and external stakeholders.

For a full list of the Key Accountabilities of the role, please refer to the Position Description.

About You:

We’re looking for someone who is organised, approachable and enjoys working with a wide range of people. You’ll be comfortable balancing competing priorities and have a strong eye for detail.

• Certificate III or IV in Business Administration, Property Services, Local Government, Project or Contract Administration, or relevant experience.
• Strong administration and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Experience supporting procurement, contractors, project and/or legal administration activities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships.
• Ability to learn and use multiple specialised software systems.

About Us:

Kempsey Shire Council (KSC) is located on the Mid North Coast of NSW, known for its genuine hospitality, pristine beaches, sub-tropical rainforests, mountain ranges, rock river gorges, sprawling farmland and peaceful villages.

We are a progressive, proactive and dynamic organisation, and we pride ourselves on the respectful and supportive workplace we have cultivated. With 360+ dedicated staff managing $1.8 billion worth of assets across many sites throughout the Shire, KSC work closely with our community to build an inspired, connected Macleay Valley.

Why Join Us?

As the successful candidate, you’ll enjoy:

• A permanent full-time position, 35-hour work week
• Monthly Rostered Day Off (RDO)
• Weekly salaryof $1,361.37 to $1,532.21 (plus superannuation).
• Generous leave entitlements, including access to Long Service Leave after five years
• A working environment focussed on wellbeing, including flexible work arrangements, rostered days off, EAP access, social club, and health and wellbeing programs.
• Fitness Passports for discounted access to a range of gym and pool facilities.
• Career development and learning opportunities.
• Novated Leasing and salary packaging options.
• A supportive, collaborative working environment designed to help you grow!
• A fantastic lifestyle and work life balance, on the beautiful Mid-North Coast.

Applications Close: COB Wednesday, 7 October 2026.

Have questions? Please contact Daniel Wilson, Senior Property Manager, for a confidential discussion onPh: 02 6566 3***.

Please Note:

Our recruitment notification process is primarily via system generated emails. Please ensure your email is correct before submitting your application to avoid missing crucial updates.

If you experience any difficulties applying online, please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6566 3*** or email ****@kempsey.nsw.gov.au

Thank you and good luck with your application.

Kempsey Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and we celebrate our diverse, inclusive and values-led workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse culture and linguistic backgrounds and people with a disability. In addition, Kempsey Shire Council will provide reasonable adjustments for suitably qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require additional assistance to participate in the recruitment process, please discuss with the advertised contact person. You can ask for reasonable adjustments to be made at any time during the recruitment process.