Property Officer - Parking Portfolio
At Wollongong City Council, we continuously strive to create an Extraordinary Wollongong. We focus on the delivery of exceptional services, infrastructure and facilities for our community.
Wollongong is a great place to work, live and play! Together, our responsibility is to create an inclusive community where everyone is welcome, valued and belongs. Our strength is the diversity of our people.
We lead with courage, openness and curiosity and believe our employees are the key to our success. Learn more about us here.
The Opportunity
Do you have a sharp eye for detail, exceptional communication skills, and a passion for delivering outstanding property services? Join us as a Property Officer and take responsibility for our CBD Parking Portfolio, overseeing 8 carparks and more than 700 licence agreements. This is an opportunity to make a real impact on how parking assets are managed and optimised for our community.
You'll be part of a close-knit team of six and collaborate with the wider property team, who value connection and enjoy social occasions, and celebrating achievements together. This is a Permanent Full Time position.
Salary: $84,708 up to $103,378 per annum plus superannuation (Salary package will be assessed based on skills, experience and qualifications)
How you'll make a difference
In this dynamic role, you will:
- Provide strategic and operational oversight of Council's parking portfolio.
- Administer and manage licence agreements, contracts, and tenders with precision.
- Prepare professional letters, reports, and recommendations for senior stakeholders.
- Monitor parking meter performance, occupancy rates, and revenue streams.
- Analyse financial data, budgets, and reconciliations to ensure compliance and profitability.
- Negotiate agreements and manage stakeholder relationships to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to future-focused transport strategies.
About you
We're looking for someone who:
- Holds a Degree qualification in property/business and or significant relevant experience.
- Has experience in lease administration and contract management.
- Possesses high attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
- Possesses high-level written and verbal communication skills, including letter and report writing.
- Brings advanced negotiation and stakeholder management capabilities.
- Thrives in a fast-paced environment and can prioritise tasks to meet tight deadlines.
- Is proficient in IT systems, Microsoft Windows applications, and adaptable to new systems.
- Displays Council values of Respect, Integrity, One Team, Sustainability, and Courage
Why you'll love working at Wollongong City Council!
- True work-life balance
We know you work hard, and we make sure that effort is rewarded with real flexibility. Our hybrid work options, flex-time, and rostered days off mean you can maintain balance while delivering great outcomes. - Great working conditions
Enjoy a 35-hour work week or a 9-day fortnight with a regular rostered day off (RDO). - Career growth and recognition
We are committed to supporting your personal and professional development. Our initiatives include a reward and recognition program, corporate learning opportunities, study assistance, and leadership development programs to help you grow and succeed.
- Generous leave provisions
Benefit from five weeks of annual leave per year (pro rata) and access long service leave after just five years. - Health, safety, and wellbeing
We prioritise a safe workplace for everyone, every day, everywhere. Our wellbeing programs support mental, physical and social wellbeing of our people to be at their best and include an Employee Assistance Program, skin and hearing checks, vaccinations, and discounted gym memberships. - A vibrant social culture
Join our Social Club for monthly activities, an annual trivia night, and fantastic Christmas events!
Participate and engage in meaningful work, and contribute to our extraordinary community, where together we make a difference.
For more information, click on 'Apply' to be redirected to Wollongong City Council's job vacancy page.
Applications close 11:59pm, Thursday 29 January 2026.
We invite everyone to apply no matter your identity, you'll be welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people who are culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD), people with disability and veterans.
Wollongong Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the care and protection of all children and young people in the community.
Applicants are required to undergo a rigorous employment screening process which will include Reference, Identity and Medical History Checks, and may also include a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.