Job description
DFP Recruitment is a preferred supplier to the Local Government Association. We are currently recruiting for a Senior Property Officer for a Council located city fringe. This will be an initial 12-month temporary assignment.
This part-time role (3 full working days per week) is based on site and offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to property operations and community land management. You’ll be joining a small, collaborative team of three.
Key Responsibilities:
If you’re interested in this opportunity, please APPLY NOW.
For further information, contact Sophie Haines at shaines@dfp.com.au or call 08 8400 4400.
Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
By clicking 'apply', you give consent that DFP may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you for future employment opportunities. For further information on how DFP process your personal information please review the DFP Information Collection and Privacy Policy via https://www.dfp.com.au/about-us/policies. Do not submit any sensitive personal information in your resume.
This part-time role (3 full working days per week) is based on site and offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to property operations and community land management. You’ll be joining a small, collaborative team of three.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage leases, licenses, and tenancy agreements for Council buildings and land
- Coordinate property maintenance contracts (e.g., cleaning, HVAC, pest control)
- Ensure compliance with WHS and legislative requirements for tenanted buildings
- Maintain lease registers and support strategic property decisions (e.g., acquisitions, disposals)
- Assist with road closures, encroachments, and community/commercial leases and licenses
- Contribute to asset management planning and capital works programs
- Experience in Council or State Government is preferrable
- Strong knowledge of property legislation and asset management practices
- Skilled in negotiation, contract management, and stakeholder engagement
- Proficient in maintaining property databases and documentation
- Motivated, organised, and able to work independently within a team
If you’re interested in this opportunity, please APPLY NOW.
For further information, contact Sophie Haines at shaines@dfp.com.au or call 08 8400 4400.
Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
By clicking 'apply', you give consent that DFP may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you for future employment opportunities. For further information on how DFP process your personal information please review the DFP Information Collection and Privacy Policy via https://www.dfp.com.au/about-us/policies. Do not submit any sensitive personal information in your resume.
