Overview
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At the City of Newcastle (CN), our Property Services team is a dynamic and integrated service element comprising four specialist teams that span the entire property lifecycle, from strategy and project delivery, transactions, property portfolio management through to development. We are committed to delivering community-centred outcomes and optimising the value of Council-owned assets.
A rare opportunity has become available for an experienced and results-driven Property and Strategy Delivery Lead to join our team. This is a high-impact leadership role where you will oversee a talented team responsible for initiating and managing capital works projects that enhance or reposition Council-owned land and buildings. Your work will directly contribute to CN’s strategic objectives and deliver tangible benefits to our community.
As a member of our team, you will lead the strategy and delivery of capital works projects across CN’s property portfolio, ensuring that asset value is optimised and aligned with community needs and Council priorities. You will provide expert advice and project leadership to internal stakeholders across diverse property initiatives and collaborate with the Property Transactions team to manage property dealings under the Land Acquisition Act. Your leadership will drive innovation and best practice in property strategy, planning and execution, while ensuring compliance, governance, and risk management across all property-related activities.
You will bring proven experience in property strategy, capital works delivery and stakeholder engagement, along with strong leadership skills and the ability to inspire and guide multidisciplinary teams. A deep understanding of property lifecycle management and public sector frameworks is essential, as is demonstrated knowledge of the Land Acquisition Act. You will also possess exceptional communication, negotiation, and analytical skills, supported by relevant tertiary qualifications in property, planning, project management, or related fields.
We embrace flexible work arrangements to find a balance that allows us to enjoy the city we shape. If you’re ready to lead transformative property initiatives and make a lasting impact, we’d love to hear from you. Find out more about your recent career by viewing the position description here.
Life at City of Newcastle (CN)
You’ll get to experience your work up close alongside colleagues who care for one another and the region. You’ll chip away at ambitious plans with a talented crew, shaping the fabric of our community. You’ll do meaningful work and do it sustainably as you take ideas from plan to play, in your own backyard. With hundreds of different roles, each person adds their uniqueness to our culture as we head towards our 2040 vision.
Why join CN?
At CN, we value our employees, and their wellbeing takes priority. We encourage employees to make time for what’s important and provide benefits to enable work-life balance. To read more, visit here!
Responsibilities
- Lead the strategy and delivery of capital works projects across CN’s property portfolio, ensuring asset value is optimised and aligned with community needs and Council priorities.
- Provide expert advice and project leadership to internal stakeholders across diverse property initiatives.
- Collaborate with the Property Transactions team to manage property dealings under the Land Acquisition Act.
- Drive innovation and best practice in property strategy, planning and execution, while ensuring compliance, governance, and risk management.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in property strategy, capital works delivery and stakeholder engagement.
- Strong leadership skills and ability to inspire and guide multidisciplinary teams.
- Deep understanding of property lifecycle management and public sector frameworks.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the Land Acquisition Act.
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in property, planning, project management, or related fields.
Benefits
- 35-hour working week with flexible/hybrid work arrangements/model as well as an optional 9-day fortnight
- 4 weeks of annual leave, 3 weeks of personal leave, plus 2 additional paid public holidays
- 17.5% annual leave loading yearly payment
- Paid parental leave for primary carers
- Industry leading employment conditions
- Corporate Fitness program from as little as $12.90 per fortnight
- Access to a range of exclusive CN employee benefits programs including Novated Lease options
- Annual performance development plans and ongoing training and development opportunities
- Leading the CN Way leadership program
- Inclusion, Diversity & Equity (IDE) employee networks and initiatives
- Access to Health & Wellbeing programs including an Onsite Physiotherapist and Psychology, Yoga and Mental Health Ambassador Groups
Remuneration & Contact
Remuneration: $132,740.42 + 17.5% annual leave loading yearly payment + 12% Superannuation per annum for a 35-hour week
Application Closing Date: Monday 6 October 2025
Contact: Bronwyn Lawler - Property Services Manager -
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Eligibility
You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job. CN do not accept unsolicited resumes, and recruitment agencies do not contact us at this stage.
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📌 Property Strategy & Delivery Lead
🏢 City of Newcastle, Australia
📍 Newcastle City Council