Supervisor Property Services

Requisition Number: 1285

Salary Range: $102,167.42 - $110,382.66 per annum

Position Type: Full Time Permanent

Location: 119 – 145 Spence Street, Cairns

Application Close Date: Sunday, 13th September 2026 at 11.30pm AEST

Lead strategic property outcomes that create lasting value for our community.

Leading Council's Property Services Unit, you will oversee the delivery of compliant, customer-focused property and land tenure outcomes while providing strategic direction to maximise the long-term social, economic and financial advantages of our property assets. This is an opportunity to lead a high-performing team and help shape the future growth of the community.

What you’ll be doing:

- Lead and supervise the Property Services team, providing specialist property expertise to deliver strategic outcomes aligned with Council priorities and maintain a high-performing team culture.
- Establish, maintain and strengthen effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, service providers and specialist consultants, including legal representatives, valuers, surveyors, government agencies, property managers and real estate agents.
- Develop, implement and monitor the Unit's budget, operational plans and strategic objectives in alignment with Council priorities.
- Provide expert strategic advice, technical support, analysis and recommendations to internal and external stakeholders, including the Coordinator, Managers, Executive Leadership Team and Chief Executive Officer, on complex property, land tenure, property management and governance matters.
- Manage the engagement, procurement, performance and contractual outcomes of external contractors, consultants and specialist service providers in accordance with legislative and policy requirements.

What We’re Looking For:

- Tertiary qualifications in Law, management or other suitable qualifications and/or significant demonstrated experience in a similar role.




- Demonstrated ability to manage highly confidential, sensitive and complex matters with a high degree of professionalism, sound judgement and discretion, while operating under the general direction of executive and senior management.
- Proven experience in providing specialist advice and recommendations on complex property, land tenure and governance matters.
- Ensure projects, tasks and operational responsibilities are delivered in accordance with legislative, policy and procedural requirements, while meeting agreed timeframes, service standards and performance targets. Monitor and support Property Services Officers to achieve individual and team objectives.

Some benefits we offer:

- Achieve work / life balance with flexible working arrangements
- Fitness Passport - subsidised health and well-being memberships (gym/swimming pool)
- Recharge with up to 5 weeks annual leave
- Up to 3 weeks personal leave
- Cherish family time with up to 14 weeks paid parental leave
- Grow personally and professionally with learning and development opportunities
- Salary sacrifice opportunities
- Relocation assistance may be available for preferred candidates.

We are committed to:

- Fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment
- Embracing innovation and continuous improvement
- Cultivating a culture of professional growth and support

Now we want to hear about YOU! Applications MUST be submitted online through the 'Apply' button and include a Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria and Resume outlining previous academic and work experience and if requested include attachments of the relevant qualifications and licenses, relating to the role.

For further information about this role please download the Position Description which includes the Key Duties, Responsibilities and Selection Criteria.

Council’s Recruitment Team can be contacted via:

Phone: (07) 4044 3310

Email: [email protected]

Website: Employment at Council | Cairns Regional Council

📌 Supervisor Property Services (Cairns)
🏢 Cairns Regional Council
📍 Cairns