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
As Property Services Manager, you will play a critical role in shaping the future of Wollongong City Council's property portfolio and service delivery. You will lead a team of approximately 10 property professionals across Statutory Property, Property Management, Commercial Leasing and CBD Parking, managing the full spectrum of Council's commercial property transactions, land acquisitions and disposals, and portfolio optimisation.
This permanent full‑time role offers a salary from $143,191 to $181,170 per annum plus superannuation, with the option of a motor vehicle equalisation allowance or a lease for private use of a motor vehicle. (Salary package based on skills, experience and qualifications.)
How you'll make a difference
You will set strategic direction, foster a high‑performance, customer‑focused culture, and drive continuous improvement across property operations.
Your responsibilities include:
- Leading and motivating a multidisciplinary property team.
- Overseeing commercial leasing, land acquisitions, disposals, and strategic portfolio reviews.
- Providing expert advice, negotiation and stakeholder engagement.
- Ensuring compliance with legislation and championing risk, safety and governance.
- Delivering clear, executive‑ready reports and recommendations to support strategic decisions.
About you
You are an inspiring and approachable leader with experience in commercial property negotiations and team management. You bring:
- Hands‑on, supportive leadership experience in developing and motivating teams.
- Strong commercial acumen and the ability to drive complex property transactions.
- Resilience, adaptability and capability in fast‑paced environments.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- A collaborative, people‑first approach.
- A passion for process improvement and shaping impactful outcomes.
- A relevant degree in property, economics or a related field, and a current driver's licence.
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 . - 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 Sunday, 15 February 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.