• Manage the day-to-day operations of Glen Eira’s leasing and licensing portfolios
• Full time permanent position with flexible work options
• $94K - $103K per annum (dependent on experience) + superannuation

About the team
The Property and Leasing officer will join our friendly Legal, Risk and Governance team, which is part of our Customer and Corporate Affairs directorate. The role will report directly to the Property and Leasing Coordinator.

About the role
In the position of Property and Leasing officer, you will be negotiating and preparing commercial and community licences and leases, handling everything from pre-commencement requirements to signing off the final document. You will also manage our road discontinuance and sales, in line with Local Government requirements and provide technical property to internal and external stakeholders.

Other responsibilities include:

• Handling the day-to-day management of Glen Eira’s Lease and license portfolio, including rental invoicing, collections, and renewals ensuring the process is efficient and transparent.
• Leading Glen Eira’s annual lease inspection program, including follow up of non-compliance issues.
• Overseeing and managing Glen Eira’s Leasing Register.
• Supporting the development and reviewing of key property policies in line with statutory requirements.

About you
To be successful in this role, you will have solid experience in property management, particularly with community-based tenants, managing road discontinuance and sales and the ability to work with asset management systems. You will to be comfortable reading and interpreting lease agreements, Certificates of Title and be confident liaising with solicitors and consultants.

The following is also required:

Key selection criteria

• Relevant tertiary qualification and/or equivalent experience in a variety of property management functions including but not limited to the negotiation and preparation of both commercial and community leases and licences (as both landlord and tenant) acting as landlord and associated responsibilities, property sales and acquisitions and general property asset management.
• Demonstrated experience in managing the discontinuance and sale of roads [right of ways] and reserves, in line with Local Government statutory requirements.
• Ability to carry out complex title searches and research, interpret title information and provide associated technical information.
• Sound interpersonal skills, including the ability to negotiate with tenants, landlords and key stakeholders (both internal and external) to foster positive partnerships.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively, efficiently and without direct supervision in a range of administrative and project tasks.
• Victorian Drivers Licence

Desirable Skills:

• Local Government experience.
• Knowledge of property-related regulations and requirements.

Pre-employment checks
Progressed candidates must undergo pre-employment screening as a standard procedure which will include:

• Employee Working with Children Check
• New National Police Record Check
• Evidence of right to work in Australia.

Pre-employment checks are not used by Glen Eira City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

Position Description
 Property and Leasing Officer - Position Description - May 2025.pdf

Apply NOW!
All applications must be submitted online by clicking the ‘Apply’ button. As part of your application, you will need to:

• Attach your resume
• Attach a cover letter (no more than one page)
• Address the Key Selection Criteria within the Position Description

Closing date: 6th of June 2025 at 11.55pm

For further information or a confidential discussion please contact Amanda Mills, Coordinator Property and Leasing on 9524 3401 or email Amills@gleneira.vic.gov.au

What’s on offer
We have a great culture that is valued by all our staff. Teamwork, collaboration and innovation are a key focus at Glen Eira City Council. We will offer you:

• Hybrid work environment – Average of 3 days in the office (or pro rata) 
• Flexible work options 
• A supportive and collaborative team environment where your ideas are welcomed 
• Access to paid training and participation in Council’s extensive Learning and Development programs 
• Reward and recognition programs 
• Comprehensive leave entitlements 
• Corporate gym memberships at Glen Eira Leisure 

Working at Glen Eira City Council
The City of Glen Eira is a dynamic municipality located within the southeast metropolitan region of Melbourne, approximately 10 kilometres from the CBD. Council provides a range of services to over 155,000 residents from more than 160 cultural backgrounds and over 16,000 businesses.

Glen Eira City Council is a collaborative, values-based organisation that strives for innovation. Our 1,370 employees bring their diverse backgrounds and varied experiences and perspectives to an inclusive and flexible work environment, creating a unique and vibrant culture that is representative of the municipality it services.

Recognised as an Employer of Choice, we seek people who share our community focused values and have a desire to create positive local impact.