Senior Property Officer

City Of Gold Coast; Gold Coast City; Híbrido; AUD 122.000 - 137.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

9-day fortnight

Hybrid/work from home options

Professional development courses

Fitness Passport access

Counselling sessions

Nutritionist and financial advice

Descripción de la vacante

City of Gold Coast is seeking a Senior Property Officer – Acquisitions & Divestments to lead land acquisition, divestment and valuation programs. You will work with internal teams, consultants, landowners and government agencies to negotiate complex property matters while ensuring compliance with legislation.

You will prepare valuation reports, advise on acquisitions and disposals, and coordinate multidisciplinary stakeholders to deliver successful outcomes for major infrastructure and community

Formación

• Registration as a Registered Valuer in Queensland and Associate Member of API (Certified Practising Valuer).
• Extensive experience managing complex property acquisitions, divestments, leasing or land management projects.
• Knowledge of Acquisition of Land Act, Land Valuation Act, Land Act and related statutory requirements.
• Experience preparing property valuations, market assessments and professional reports.
• Strong project management and ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders.

Responsabilidades

• Lead delivery of land acquisition, divestment and property management programs per legislative requirements.
• Prepare valuation reports meeting industry and audit standards.
• Provide expert property advice to City branches, consultants and public on acquisition/divestment matters.
• Prepare and review Council reports ensuring accuracy and commercial soundness.
• Project manage complex property transactions from initiation to settlement.
• Negotiate settlements for complex property matters, including Land Court representations.
• Prepare and review legal documents including settlement deeds and Notices of Resume.
• Manage annual land asset valuation program and drive continuous improvement.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Conocimientos

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Project management

Valuation

Written communication

Analytical skills

Educación

Registered Valuer in Queensland

Associate Member API

Descripción del empleo

• Full Time | 9-day fortnight | 36 hours per week
• Salary: From $121,839 to $137,304 p/a plus Superannuation
• Position Brief - Senior Property Officer

About the team

The Workplace Facilities and Property team delivers strategic property services that support the City's long-term growth and operational objectives. From acquiring land for major infrastructure projects to managing Council property assets and facilitating complex divestments, the team plays a vital role in shaping the future of the Gold Coast.

As part of a collaborative and highly skilled team, you'll work on a diverse portfolio of property matters that directly contribute to the City's continued growth and development.

About the role

As the Senior Property Officer – Acquisitions & Divestments, you'll provide expert property advice and lead the delivery of the City's land acquisition, divestment and valuation programs. You'll work closely with internal stakeholders, external consultants, landowners and government agencies to negotiate complex property matters while ensuring compliance with legislative and governance requirements.

This is an exciting opportunity to combine your technical property expertise, negotiation skills and project management capability to deliver meaningful outcomes that support major infrastructure, community projects and strategic land management across the City.

In this role, you will:

• Lead the delivery of the City's land acquisition, divestment and property management programs in accordance with legislative and organisational requirements.
• Prepare valuation reports that meet industry and audit standards to support land acquisitions, disposals, transfer duty assessments and residential market rental determinations.
• Provide expert property advice to City branches, consultants, industry professionals and the public on complex acquisition and divestment matters.
• Prepare and review reports for Council, ensuring property advice is accurate, commercially sound and aligned with legislative requirements.
• Project manage complex property transactions from initiation through to settlement, coordinating multidisciplinary stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes.
• Negotiate settlements for complex property matters, including representing the City during Land Court mediations and hearings where required.
• Prepare and review legal and property documentation, including settlement deeds, Notices of Intention to Resume and title documentation.
• Manage the City's annual land asset valuation program and contribute to continuous improvement across property management practices.
• Build strong working relationships with internal stakeholders, government agencies, consultants, landowners and the broader community.

We’re looking for people who have:

You're an experienced property professional with strong commercial acumen, exceptional negotiation skills and the ability to manage complex property transactions from inception to completion. You thrive in a collaborative environment, enjoy building strong stakeholder relationships and can confidently provide strategic property advice across a broad range of matters and possess the following:

• Registration as a Registered Valuer in Queensland and be an Associate Member (Certified Practising Valuer) of the Australian Property Institute (API).
• Extensive experience managing complex property acquisitions, divestments, leasing or land management projects, or hold equivalent qualifications or extensive demonstrated experience in a property-related discipline.
• Demonstrated knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Acquisition of Land Act, Land Valuation Act, Land Act, and associated statutory requirements.
• Proven experience preparing property valuations, market assessments and professional property reports.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders and deliver outcomes within competing timeframes.
• Excellent negotiation and influencing skills, with experience managing complex property settlements and stakeholder relationships.
• Highly developed written communication skills, including preparing Council reports, briefing papers and professional correspondence.
• Strong commercial and analytical skills, with the ability to provide practical, risk-based property advice.
• A proactive approach to continuous improvement, customer service and delivering high‑quality outcomes.

Be part of shaping the Gold Coast’s future

The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia.

We care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia. We have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance:

• 9-day fortnight
• Flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle, including hybrid/work from home options, flexible working hours and locations
• Personal and professional development courses
• Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport
• 4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or an immediate family member
• 1 free nutritionist and financial advice session per year

We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high‑performing, customer‑focused organisation which delivers value‑for‑money services to the community.

Contact Person

Ashley Shannon

Closing Date

Friday 9th October 2026/11:59pm AEDT

Our selection process may include a one‑way video interview via Criteria, a face‑to‑face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre‑employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.

We’re committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture. We take pride in people who align with our high‑performance principles. We believe that the diverse makeup of our workforce reflects the community we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities, and encourage candidates to discuss any support or adjustments they may need throughout the recruitment process.