Property Contracts Specialist
Wangaratta, VIC | Temporary Part Time (30.4 hours per week until Aug 2028) | $51.40 per hour + super
Step into a high-impact role where you'll lead the transformation of Council's property leasing and licensing function. As a Property Contract Specialist, you'll play a key role in ensuring Council's property portfolio is effectively managed, compliant and positioned for future success.
In this diverse and strategic role, you will:
- Manage and negotiate lease and licence agreements across Council's property portfolio.
- Ensure all agreements remain current, compliant and aligned with relevant legislation and policies.
- Partner with solicitors, valuers, tenants and internal stakeholders to deliver positive property outcomes.
- Drive continuous improvement across leasing and licensing systems, processes and service delivery.
- Identify opportunities to optimise property assets, improve utilisation and maximise revenue.
- Coordinate land and property transactions, including acquisitions and disposals.
- Monitor lease income, rental reviews and property performance to support sound decision-making.
- Resolve complex property matters, including land ownership anomalies and tenure issues.
- Provide specialist advice and strategic recommendations on leasing, licensing and property management matters.
- Support the effective use of Council-owned and managed land to deliver both commercial and community benefits.
As Council's subject matter expert in leasing and licensing, you'll build strong stakeholder relationships, influence strategic decisions and contribute to a collaborative team committed to excellence, innovation and continuous improvement.
If you're a commercially savvy property professional with experience in property management, leasing and licensing, land transactions or contract negotiation, who thrives on leading change and delivering meaningful outcomes, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.
Why Work for Rural City of Wangaratta?
Joining our team comes with an array of exciting benefits, including:
- Inclusive & Supportive Environment: Be part of a nurturing team that prioritises professional growth and development.
- Ongoing Training & Development: Access continuous learning opportunities to advance your career.
- Corporate Benefits: Enjoy perks such as flu vaccinations and discounted gym memberships.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access mental health and wellbeing support.
For more information and to view the position description, please visit our website at www.wangaratta.vic.gov.au. For further enquiries about this position should be directed to Sarah Brindley, Director - Corporate & Leisure on s[email protected].
Applications close at 3pm on Monday, 27 July 2026, although the right candidate may be appointed earlier.
Rural City of Wangaratta is a child safe and equal opportunity employer. Employment applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged. In addition, applications for positions that work with children must provide referees who can comment on their experience working with children. These roles also require a valid Working with Children Check and all roles require a National Criminal History Check.
When submitting your application, you will need to include:
- Your current contact details;
- A cover letter to your application. This document is an introduction to your application and will generally include an outline as to why you have applied for the role;
- A current resume with a minimum of two current referees;
- A letter stating how you meet the key selection criteria, providing evidence that clearly demonstrates what you have achieved in relation to the position. It is helpful to use each selection criteria as a heading and then explan how your skills and experience meet that criterion.
