An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced property professional to provide senior leadership of Council’s statutory property, community land and community agreements functions. This role is responsible for the strategic oversight and operational management of public land assets, ensuring decisions are transparent, compliant and community‑focused, and aligned with legislative requirements, corporate objectives and agreed timeframes.
The position focuses on community‑based land use, Crown and statutory property matters and long‑term stewardship of Council‑owned and managed land, and land acquisitions for major projects. Working as part of a collaborative leadership team, you will partner closely with internal stakeholders, community groups, government agencies and external specialists. Proven experience providing leadership across property‑related projects, applying appropriate project tools and systems to ensure, efficient and well‑governed delivery will be highly regarded.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead Council’s statutory property and community land functions, including leasing, licencing and occupation arrangements
- Manage statutory property transactions, including acquisitions, disposals, easements and road closures
- Provide specialist advice on community and Crown land compliance, including Plans of Management
- Prepare and manage community leases, licences and agreements in line with legislative and governance requirements
- Coordinate Native Title matters, Aboriginal Land Claims and external property consultants
- Lead and support property services staff and contribute to cross‑Council property initiatives
About us:
Shellharbour City, located in the Illawarra region, is just 80 minutes south of Sydney and is home to over 82,000 people in a city that spans 154 square kilometres. It's an area of great natural beauty - stretching west from the picturesque coastline to rolling pastures, set against the majestic backdrop of the Illawarra escarpment.
Our dedication to be financially sustainable in an evolving environment, while striving for a great organisational culture and committing to employing staff who embrace our core values, has made Shellharbour City Council an employer of choice.
We have been recognised with numerous state and national awards in recent times, including eight wins for our First Nations Community the Yirran Muru (many pathways) playspace, as well as being presented as winners in the NSW Landscape Architecture Awards, Regional Achievement Awards, and Parks and Leisure Australia Regional Awards of Excellence.
We offer:
Shellharbour City Council offers a high performing and sustainable organisation to deliver outcomes for the community through leadership, collaboration and innovation. We have exciting, rewarding career opportunities and flexible working arrangements to support a healthy work/life balance.
- Permanent full time, 35 hours per week with access to flexi-time and hybrid/flexible working arrangements
- Commencing salary range from $104,440 - $107,650 per annum
- Plus full private use of a Leaseback Vehicle
- Plus 12% superannuation
- Great culture with a strong, values led and progressive team
- Enjoy our employee benefits programs and access to Novated lease options and significant retail discounts and corporate fitness programs, Bi-Annual Bonus Payments, weekly payrun, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and more
- Access to local government and employee benefits such as; Annual Award Increases, LSL after five years, three weeks sick leave per annum, Health and wellbeing leave and more.
Please Note: This position requires a National Police History Check clearance.
For further information about the position, click here for the position description.
Contact: Marcello Chiodo, Executive Manager Technology and Corporate Services
Closing date: Monday 6 April 2026, at 11:30pm.
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Shellharbour City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values the unique strengths and talents of all people. Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability are encouraged to apply.
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