Job Description
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Reference Number: S100-24-754
Closing Date: 16-0+-2026
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
MANAGER PROPERTY AND COMMERCIAL
Picton location / South West Sydney
Permanent full-time position
Attractive salary based on skills and experience
Generous and regular flexible working arrangements
Wollondilly Shire Council is experiencing tremendous growth and an opportunity exists for an experienced leader to manage Council’s Property and Commercial Team.
This exciting management role will lead our Property and Commercial team in providing exceptional customer service and quality property services to our community. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, you will be responsible in providing leadership, expert advice and strategic direction to the Property and Commercial team in the management and coordination for various properties within the Shire.
About Council
Working at Wollondilly Shire Council means you will be provided with a flexible and inclusive working environment that provides a positive, productive and highly skilled workforce where every employee has the opportunity to learn and grow.
Our recent employee survey results have proven just how amazingly positive and supportive our culture is at Wollondilly Shire Council. We are proud of our positive employee engagement being recognised within the top 5% of Local Council’s.
In addition to the positive and supportive work culture, there are a number of benefits and opportunities available to our employees including:
Health and Wellbeing Programs
Ongoing learning and development opportunities
Educational Assistance Program
Employee Reward and Recognition Programs
Staff Social activities
Selection Criteria - Essential Requirements
Tertiary Qualifications in relevant field or similar, such areas as property management, business management, contracts management or other relevant fields.
Demonstrated extensive experience and skills in managing a commercial property portfolio and/or commercial activities with proven results, including business plan development, building and land sales/purchases, property valuations and lease and licence management.
Extensive experience in building strong trusting relationships with internal and external customers and a willingness to work collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders.
Demonstrated extensive experience in creating an organisational culture which embraces high quality customer service.
Demonstrated problem solving skills and significant demonstrated experience with gathering information and evidence, critically analysing information and exercising sound judgement to solve complex problems and make sound decisions.
Manages project finances effectively, including budget, timely receipting, billing, collection and variance recognition.
Class C Drivers Licence
Desirable Requirements
Relevant post-graduate qualifications.
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of local government.
Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, Local Government Act; Retail Leases Act; Crown Land Management Act; Roads Act, Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation Act); Native Title Act; l planning instruments in the context of Council owned property and property generally in NSW.
Further Information: Rob Seidel, Chief Financial Officer, 0418XXXXXX+
Closing Date: 5pm Monday, 16 September 2026.
To be considered for this position, candidates must apply via Council’s website:
[ View The Job Description ]
[ Preview The Position Requirements ]
Note: Candidates using mobile devices are strongly advised to use a desktop computer to complete the application forms as they require extensive amounts of typing.
You must create an Indeed account before continuing to the company website to apply
Reference Number: S100-24-754
Closing Date: 16-0+-2026
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
MANAGER PROPERTY AND COMMERCIAL
Picton location / South West Sydney
Permanent full-time position
Attractive salary based on skills and experience
Generous and regular flexible working arrangements
Wollondilly Shire Council is experiencing tremendous growth and an opportunity exists for an experienced leader to manage Council’s Property and Commercial Team.
This exciting management role will lead our Property and Commercial team in providing exceptional customer service and quality property services to our community. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, you will be responsible in providing leadership, expert advice and strategic direction to the Property and Commercial team in the management and coordination for various properties within the Shire.
About Council
Working at Wollondilly Shire Council means you will be provided with a flexible and inclusive working environment that provides a positive, productive and highly skilled workforce where every employee has the opportunity to learn and grow.
Our recent employee survey results have proven just how amazingly positive and supportive our culture is at Wollondilly Shire Council. We are proud of our positive employee engagement being recognised within the top 5% of Local Council’s.
In addition to the positive and supportive work culture, there are a number of benefits and opportunities available to our employees including:
Health and Wellbeing Programs
Ongoing learning and development opportunities
Educational Assistance Program
Employee Reward and Recognition Programs
Staff Social activities
Selection Criteria - Essential Requirements
Tertiary Qualifications in relevant field or similar, such areas as property management, business management, contracts management or other relevant fields.
Demonstrated extensive experience and skills in managing a commercial property portfolio and/or commercial activities with proven results, including business plan development, building and land sales/purchases, property valuations and lease and licence management.
Extensive experience in building strong trusting relationships with internal and external customers and a willingness to work collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders.
Demonstrated extensive experience in creating an organisational culture which embraces high quality customer service.
Demonstrated problem solving skills and significant demonstrated experience with gathering information and evidence, critically analysing information and exercising sound judgement to solve complex problems and make sound decisions.
Manages project finances effectively, including budget, timely receipting, billing, collection and variance recognition.
Class C Drivers Licence
Desirable Requirements
Relevant post-graduate qualifications.
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of local government.
Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, Local Government Act; Retail Leases Act; Crown Land Management Act; Roads Act, Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation Act); Native Title Act; l planning instruments in the context of Council owned property and property generally in NSW.
Further Information: Rob Seidel, Chief Financial Officer, 0418XXXXXX+
Closing Date: 5pm Monday, 16 September 2026.
To be considered for this position, candidates must apply via Council’s website:
[ View The Job Description ]
[ Preview The Position Requirements ]
Note: Candidates using mobile devices are strongly advised to use a desktop computer to complete the application forms as they require extensive amounts of typing.
You must create an Indeed account before continuing to the company website to apply
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Manager Property and Commercial position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Picton offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.
