- Permanent / Full Time
- Salary: $85,830 - $108,886 gross p.a. plus 12% Super
- 35 hours per week (Monday to Friday) with the option of flexitime
- Located at Nowra Administration Building
- Applications close: Tuesday, 24 November 2026 (at midnight)

About the Role

This role manages a diverse portfolio of property related matters, including land acquisitions and disposals, easements, leases, licences, telecommunications agreements and land access arrangements. The position provides professional property advice and stakeholder engagement services to both internal and external clients, ensuring Council's property interests are managed effectively, compliantly and in alignment with strategic and operational objectives. This includes:

- To provide technical property advice and support to internal and external stakeholders.
- Manage a portfolio of tasks including land/easement acquisition/disposal, road status investigations and transfer, grant and extinguishment of easements on public land, management of leases/licences and telecommunication agreements.
- Undertake procurement activities, expressions of interest for property and telecommunication leases and licences

Please refer to the under the Job Attachments for a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities and skills required.

The advertised salary is based on the grade of the position, comprising of 4 steps within the range shown. The starting salary is at Step 1 within the grade. Progression through the salary steps shall be based upon the achievement of performance objectives relating to the position.

This is a grade range position, therefore in accordance with qualifications, accreditation, experience and demonstrated skills, the prospective employee will be assessed as either Grade 9 or 10.

Grade 9 - $85,830.68 - $99,916.44 gross p.a. plus 12% Super

Grade 10 - 94,794.44 - $108,886.44 gross p.a. plus 12% Super

About You To be successful in the position, you will have:

For all grades:

- Current Class C Driver's Licence
- Proof of Australian residency or citizenship, or authority to work in Australia (visa)
- Demonstrated capability to manage a diverse property portfolio.

Grade 9

- Recognised tertiary qualifications in the Property field i.e., Property Valuation, Property Management, Conveyancing or another related course and/or equivalent experience and related skills.
- Awareness of the relevant provisions of the Local Government Act, Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act,



Crown Land Management Act and Roads Act.
- Demonstrated experience in any of the of the following: property management; conveyancing; acquisition and disposal of properties.
- Ability to obtain recognised native title management training to satisfy Crown Land Management Act requirements after appointment.

Grade 10

- Recognised tertiary qualifications in the Property field i.e., Property Valuation, Property Management, Conveyancing or another related course and/or equivalent experience and related skills.
- Sound understanding of the relevant provisions of the Local Government Act, Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act, Crown Land Management Act, Native Title Act, Telecommunications Act and Roads Act.
- Demonstrated experience in all the following: property management; acquisition and disposal of properties.
- Previous experience working in property for a Government authority or at a law firm offering property law services.
- Recognised training to satisfy requirements for native title management under the Crown Land Management Act 2016, or ability to obtain after commencement in the role.

We are looking for a proactive and organised property professional with strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills. The ideal candidate will have experience managing property related matters, a robust understanding of legislative and compliance requirements, and a collaborative approach to delivering positive outcomes for Council and the community.

How to Apply To submit your application, click Apply and complete each step. You will need to upload your resume (and cover letter if required) and answer the application questions, demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the job advertisement.

1. At Shoalhaven City Council our corporate core values are: Collaboration, Adaptability, Integrity and Respect. Please choose one value and advise how you have enacted this value in a professional setting.
2. Please outline how you meet the essential criteria for this position including skills, qualifications,



certifications and licenses relevant to this position.
3. Describe your experience managing statutory property matters and working with stakeholders to achieve positive outcomes.

Applicants who progress to pre-employment checks may be required to undergo a Qualification Check, Work Rights Verification, Reference Checks and Medical (Low Risk). Employment is subject to satisfactory outcomes for all required checks.

For tips and more information on how to submit a great application, please visit how to apply on Councils website. If you require assistance submitting your application, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team on 02 4429 3 or 02 4429 5.

Applications Close: Tuesday, 24 November 2026 (at midnight)

If you have any questions about this role, please contact Katrina Shalala - Senior Property Officer - 02 4429 3***

Why Work with Us The Shoalhaven area is a unique place of outstanding natural beauty, offering an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance. Our workforce is our greatest asset, and we pride ourselves on our people. Our teams are talented and inclusive and work together to provide better outcomes for our community, who are at the heart of everything we do.

With a diverse range of professions and roles, we offer many career options and pathways, actively promoting opportunities and encouraging staff professional development.

Benefits include

- Generous leave entitlements
- Long Service Leave after 5 years
- Option of flexitime for indoor staff
- 9-day fortnight for outdoor staff
- Flexible and remote working arrangements
- Novated lease arrangements available
- Opportunities for professional development and training
- Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounted health insurance
- NSW Welcome Experience

**Conditions apply as per the Local Government State award, and Council policies

Shoalhaven City Council is committed to creating a workplace that reflects our diverse community. We welcome applicants of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with a disability, culturally diverse individuals, and LGBTQIA+ community members. We ensure equitable recruitment practices, and encourage applicants living with a disability to request reasonable adjustments.

As a Child Safe Organisation, we uphold the rights and safety of all children and young people.

📌 Property Officer (Nowra)
🏢 Shoalhaven City Council
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