Help shape the future of Wagga Wagga
At Wagga Wagga City Council, we're building a vibrant, connected and sustainable community. Every road, recreation space, residential development and infrastructure project begins with strategic property decisions and that's where you come in.
We're looking for an experienced Property Acquisition Officer to join our Economy, Business & Workforce Directorate and play a key role in delivering Council's land acquisition and property programs. Working alongside a supportive and knowledgeable Property Team, you'll manage a diverse portfolio of acquisitions, disposals, road closures and other property transactions that directly support the growth and development of our city.
This is an opportunity to work on meaningful projects, collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders and make a lasting contribution to one of regional Australia's most liveable cities.
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Working with Wagga Wagga City Council - Why work in Wagga?
What we will offer you:
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Permanent, full-time position (35 hours per week).
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Remuneration of $3,897.06 gross per fortnight with the opportunity to progress to $4,676.47 gross per fortnight + superannuation (12%).
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Access to Council’s Flexible Working Hours Agreement.
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Meaningful work that directly contributes to the future of our community.
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Generous leave entitlements.
Your new role:
In this varied role you will:
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Lead and coordinate Council's land acquisitions, disposals and compulsory acquisitions to facilitate the delivery of major infrastructure projects.
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Manage property transactions from initial planning through to settlement.
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Coordinate and review road closure processes and property-related legal documentation.
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Work closely with surveyors, valuers, solicitors, real estate agents and government agencies.
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Engage and negotiate with landowners and other stakeholders throughout the acquisition process.
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Contribute to strategic property planning, policies and continuous improvement initiatives.
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Assist with the management of Council's property registers and Crown Land matters.
No two days are the same, with opportunities to work across major infrastructure projects, community facilities, transport corridors and strategic land initiatives.
What we’re looking for:
You'll be someone who enjoys solving complex problems, building productive relationships and delivering outcomes that balance community needs with legislative requirements.
To be successful, you'll bring:
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Qualifications in a property-related discipline such as law, land economy or valuation.
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Experience in property, legal, valuation or property management environments.
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Knowledge and understanding of legislation relevant to local government property transactions.
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Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
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Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple high-pressure projects simultaneously.
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A proactive approach and commitment to delivering high-quality customer service.
What is next?
Applications close Sunday, 30 August 2026 at 11.59pm AEST with interviews to be held week commencing Monday, 7 September 2026.
If you are interested in this role and would like more information, please contact Matthew Dombrovski, Property Coordinator on 02 6926 9351.
As part of the recruitment process, pre-employment checks will be conducted in line with requirements of the position.
All selected candidates for this position will be asked to consent to a police check. Each application will be considered on its merit.
https://wagga.nsw.gov.au/the-council/working-with-council/why-work-in-wagga
Council is an inclusive employer. We strive to reflect the community in which we work, as a result we welcome and encourage applications from skilled people from all walks of life. This includes women, men, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with a disability, veterans, sexually and gender diverse people, people with lived experience and people of all ages.
