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Join City of Moreton Bay as a Principal Property Officer, and help shape and enhance our communities for today and tomorrow.

As our Principal Property Officer, you will provide leadership, direction and support delivery of Council’s property and land dealing activities in accordance with legislative requirements, providing technical support in relation to Council’s Infrastructure projects and property portfolio.

You will have the opportunity to: 

• direct and support day-to-day team operations by liaising with team members in relation to their matters, track deadlines, and complete necessary reporting. 
• manage the property and land matter documentation process, including Department of Resources forms, contracts of sale, commercial and retail leases, licences, consents, agreements and easements and the related lodgements and registrations.
• undertake highest and best use options analysis; value appraisals, feasibility assessments; business cases and property due-diligence investigations; and prepare associated correspondence, briefings and reports.
• respond to sensitive and complex property dealings related enquiries and prepare any associated correspondence, briefings and reports.
• undertake commercial negotiations and also the compulsory acquisition of land process in accordance with the requirements of the Acquisition of Land Act 1967, negotiating positive commercial outcomes for Council.

 Position Description - Principal Property Officer.pdf

About you

We are seeking someone who has strong property knowledge and experience in driving commercial outcomes and has detailed knowledge of the interpretation and enforcement of relevant legislation and industry standards relating to Council’s commercial and residential property portfolio.

As a technical leader within the team you will have the opportunity to guide and mentor team members with your expertise, best practice and collaborative approach. 

You will have; 

• applied knowledge of Queensland’s property legislation, including, the Acquisition of Land Act 1967, Land Act 1994, Local Government Act 2009 & Regulations, Land Title Act 1994, Planning Act 2016 & Regulations and Duties Act 2001.
• demonstrated strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills in dealing with complex and sensitive property dealings.
• strong report writing and presentation skills.

You will be a skilled people person with extensive experience in building relationships and providing detailed property advice to internal and external stakeholders.

You will hold a Degree in valuation, property economics, commerce, law or finance or extensive experience in a similar role.

Why City of Moreton Bay?

What you do with your life matters. It’s the same with your career.

We’re the third-largest council in Australia and one of the fastest-growing areas. As Australia’s newest city, we’re building something that’s never been done before: a new kind of city, inspired and empowered by a new kind of council.

This is your opportunity to develop skills and experience in a truly unique place, at a truly unique point in time.

At City of Moreton Bay, we’re focused on the vital work we do today. But we’re also focused on the future. On what can be – for our city, our Council and your career.

Here’s what you’ll love about a career with us:

• See it. To build a city of the future, first, you have to see it. The polycentric city we’re building will bring greater prosperity, sustainability and affordability to our city. This is your chance to contribute to something that’s never been done before.
• Shape it. You’ll get hands-on in a rewarding career, serving and strengthening our communities for today and tomorrow. Our work is diverse, interesting and it matters – and it’s yours to shape and own.
• Live it. Contribute to the city you and your family want to live in and enjoy the lifestyle you deserve. And if you don’t live here, you’ll still find pride and connection in so many ways with our successful, resilient team.

You’ll also enjoy a range of other benefits:

• Find a better work-life balance with a nine-day (72.5-hour) fortnight, plus a hybrid, flexible working environment with some work-from-home days.
• Advance your skills and career through our Study, Training And Research Scheme (STARS).
• Make your pay go further with salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation payments, smartphones and devices.
• Prioritise your health and wellbeing with discounted health insurance, free annual flu vaccinations and our Fitness Passport Program.
• Get support when you and your family need it most with our 24/7 confidential counselling service, leader support hotline and Mates in Construction program.
• Our Strathpine offices have local parking on site and are close to public transport networks, making for an easy commute.

Ready for a career that matters?

Join City of Moreton Bay, and help shape our city of the future.

Click on the 'Apply Now' button below to complete your online application. Please upload a current resume that demonstrates how you meet the requirements for this role.  You will also have the option to add a cover letter should you wish.

As part of the recruitment process, applicants will be required to undergo a National Criminal History Check.

To obtain further details please contact our Careers team at careers@moretonbay.qld.gov.au. 

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City of Moreton Bay extends across the traditional lands of the Jinibara, Kabi Kabi, and Turrbal peoples, and we acknowledge and pay respects to our Traditional Custodians. We believe diversity of thought, background and experience creates better outcomes for our people and communities, and we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.