- Hobsons Bay Civic Centre, Altona, close topublic transport
- Position type: Fulltime, Permanent
- Salary: Band 8 $123,558.69 -$138,163.90+ superannuation

We’re here. We’re community. We’re Hobsons Bay.

At Hobsons Bay City Council, we’re committed tocreating a workplace that reflects our community and values. You’llbe part of a forward-thinking organisation that supportsinnovation, collaboration, and professional growth, and whichaspires to be the exemplar of Local Government.

The opportunity

The Coordinator Property & Leasing plays a key leadership rolewithin the Strategic Property team, providing strategic,technical and people leadership across Council's propertyleasing and licensing functions. This position is responsiblefor ensuring strong governance, compliance and commercialoutcomes while leading a high-performing team that managesCouncil's diverse property portfolio and leasing arrangements.

What you’ll do

- Lead,coach and develop the Property & Leasing team.
- Provideexpert advice on leasing, licensing and propertymanagement matters.
- Negotiate, implement and administer lease and licenceagreements.
- Maintain policies, procedures and governance frameworksto support compliance and consistency.
- Monitorlease and licence income through audits and financialoversight to support accountability and riskmanagement.

What you need to succeed

- Tertiary qualification in Property or a relateddiscipline.
- Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability tobuild and motivate teams.
- Extensive experience in property leasing and licensing,ideally within local government.
- Strongknowledge of local government leasing requirements,Crown land management and the Retail Leases Act2003.
- Experience managing budgets, financial processes andcommercial outcomes.
- Flexibility to fulfil the requirements of the roleoutside standard business hours, including attendanceat Council, committee, stakeholder & communitymeetings, as required.





Uncover more about this role in the PositionDescription attached below, orcontact Linda Merlino, Manager Strategic Property via *******@hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au

Applications will be accepted until 11:30pm on 13thOctober 2026 .

To ensure fairness and consistency for all applicants, we areunable to accept late submissions or submissions made via email. Weappreciate your understanding and encourage timely applications viaCouncil's online portal.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Progressed candidates will be required to complete a NationalPolice Record Check, a Working With Children Check(WWCC).

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident orhold a valid work permit or visa with full unrestricted workingrights. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitmentprocess.

What we can offer

- Hybrid working flexibility, whether you’re home, or in ournewly renovated & spacious office facilities.
- Our location in the centre of Altona is close to publictransport, cafes and parks. Enjoy your lunch at the pier, or anafternoon walk along the lake.
- Go to the gym or ride your bike before work? Our End ofTrip Facility offers bike storage and shower facilities to getyou refreshed and ready to go!
- Exclusive staff access to our Employee Assistance Program,wellbeing programs, discounted local gym membership,Reflexology sessions, Meditation, Yoga & Circuit classes, andwalking & social clubs.
- Ongoing career development support - we’ll championyour growth, because your career matters to us!
- A team that’s shaping a brighter future, working togetherto create a sustainable, thriving community for generations tocome.

We are a proud inclusive employer. We encouragepeople from all walks of life to apply for our job opportunities.Our commitment is to provide diverse, safe and inclusiveenvironments where everyone can grow and succeed.

Attachments

- PD - Coordinator Property and Leasing - September 2026.pdf
- PD - Coordinator Property and Leasing - September 2026.docx

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📌 Coordinator Property & Leasing (Melbourne)
🏢 Hobsons Bay City Council
📍 Melbourne