Senior Property Officer

Bring your extensive transactional property experience and/or legal background to a role that shapes Council’s diverse property portfolio and delivers meaningful community outcomes. This is a rare opportunity for a seasoned professional to lead complex, high-impact matters in a collaborative local government environment, where sound judgement, adaptability, and confidence in navigating statutory processes are essential.About UsAt the City of Port Adelaide Enfield (PAE), we’re building a welcoming, liveable city, made by people.Our focus is on community, our economy, environmental sustainability and building high-quality places for people to enjoy. We’re on an ambitious trajectory, but our organisation is up for the challenge.At PAE, we’re involved in all sorts of things - major construction through to environmental management, organising events, social infrastructure planning and library services. We are proud of offering a wide range of accessible services and programs to our community.You don’t need local government experience for this role – we value transferable skills, particularly the ability to interpret legislation, navigate statutory processes, apply sound judgement in complex regulatory environments, and contribute positively to a collaborative team culture.Now’s a great time to be part of PAE.About the RoleJoin a high-performing property team delivering strategic, compliant, and community-focused outcomes across a diverse Council property portfolio.As a Senior Property Officer, you will manage complex property transactions and statutory processes, providing specialist advice to support informed decision-making and the delivery of key Council projects and services. You will work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to achieve strong commercial, governance, and community outcomes.You willManage property acquisitions, disposals and tenure matters.Coordinate conveyancing and transactional processes.Lead statutory property matters, including easements, road closures, and land divisions.Negotiate with landowners, developers, government agencies, and community stakeholders.Prepare reports, agreements, and recommendations to support Council decision-making.Provide specialist advice on property law, conveyancing, land administration, and compliance.Manage a diverse portfolio of commercial, community, and Council-owned properties.Contribute to the continuous improvement of property governance, systems, and processes.About YouYou are a proactive and collaborative professional with strong property expertise and a commitment to delivering quality outcomes. You build trusted relationships, communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, and thrive in a dynamic environment where priorities can shift.You’ll bring:Qualifications in law, legal services, conveyancing, property, or a related discipline.Demonstrated experience providing specialist advice in property law, conveyancing, leasing, tenure management, and compliance.Strong knowledge of property transactions, land tenure, and relevant legislation.Excellent negotiation, stakeholder engagement, and communication skills.Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver outcomes in a complex environment.Further information is available in the Position Description.This position is classified at Level 6 with a current salary of $112,395 per annum plus superannuation.Why Join PAE?Our values guide everything we do: #bettertogether #growandimprove #makeadifference.We value diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.Apply NowTo apply, click the Apply button and submit your cover letter and resume.Applications close: 10:00pm, 18 June 2026Applications may be assessed as they are received, and interviews may commence prior to the closing date.Confidential enquiries can be directed to Samantha Skuse, Team Leader Property, on 0408 693 620 or samantha.skuse@cityofpae.sa.gov.auWe’re committed to providing an accessible and inclusive workplace and welcome discussions about any adjustments you may require during the recruitment process.The City of PAE is located on Kaurna Country. We acknowledge the Kaurna people as the Traditional Custodians of the Adelaide region and pay our respects to Elders past and present, and to emerging leaders.Benefits of Working at PAEPosition Description AUD Port Adelaide 5015

Senior Property Officer

Bring your extensive transactional property experience and/or legal background to a role that shapes Council’s diverse property portfolio and delivers meaningful community outcomes. This is a rare opportunity for a seasoned professional to lead complex, high-impact matters in a collaborative local government environment, where sound judgement, adaptability, and confidence in navigating statutory processes are essential.

About Us

At the City of Port Adelaide Enfield (PAE), we’re building a welcoming, liveable city, made by people.

Our focus is on community, our economy, environmental sustainability and building high-quality places for people to enjoy. We’re on an ambitious trajectory, but our organisation is up for the challenge.

At PAE, we’re involved in all sorts of things - major construction through to environmental management, organising events, social infrastructure planning and library services. We are proud of offering a wide range of accessible services and programs to our community.

You don’t need local government experience for this role – we value transferable skills, particularly the ability to interpret legislation, navigate statutory processes, apply sound judgement in complex regulatory environments, and contribute positively to a collaborative team culture.

Now’s a great time to be part of PAE.

About the Role

Join a high-performing property team delivering strategic, compliant, and community-focused outcomes across a diverse Council property portfolio.

As a Senior Property Officer, you will manage complex property transactions and statutory processes, providing specialist advice to support informed decision-making and the delivery of key Council projects and services. You will work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to achieve strong commercial, governance, and community outcomes.

You will

  • Manage property acquisitions, disposals and tenure matters.
  • Coordinate conveyancing and transactional processes.
  • Lead statutory property matters, including easements, road closures, and land divisions.
  • Negotiate with landowners, developers, government agencies, and community stakeholders.
  • Prepare reports, agreements, and recommendations to support Council decision-making.
  • Provide specialist advice on property law, conveyancing, land administration, and compliance.
  • Manage a diverse portfolio of commercial, community, and Council-owned properties.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of property governance, systems, and processes.

About You

You are a proactive and collaborative professional with strong property expertise and a commitment to delivering quality outcomes. You build trusted relationships, communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, and thrive in a dynamic environment where priorities can shift.

You’ll bring:

  • Qualifications in law, legal services, conveyancing, property, or a related discipline.
  • Demonstrated experience providing specialist advice in property law, conveyancing, leasing, tenure management, and compliance.
  • Strong knowledge of property transactions, land tenure, and relevant legislation.
  • Excellent negotiation, stakeholder engagement, and communication skills.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver outcomes in a complex environment.

Further information is available in the Position Description.

This position is classified at Level 6 with a current salary of $112,395 per annum plus superannuation.

Why Join PAE?

Our values guide everything we do: #bettertogether #growandimprove #makeadifference.

We value diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.

Apply Now

To apply, click the Apply button and submit your cover letter and resume.

Applications close: 10:00pm, 18 June 2026

Applications may be assessed as they are received, and interviews may commence prior to the closing date.

Confidential enquiries can be directed to Samantha Skuse, Team Leader Property, on 0408 693 620 or samantha.skuse@cityofpae.sa.gov.au

We’re committed to providing an accessible and inclusive workplace and welcome discussions about any adjustments you may require during the recruitment process.

The City of PAE is located on Kaurna Country. We acknowledge the Kaurna people as the Traditional Custodians of the Adelaide region and pay our respects to Elders past and present, and to emerging leaders.

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