Job Opportunity: Land Management Officer
Salary Range:
$87,000 to $100,000 per annum + 12% superannuation
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage Crown Land, Native Title, and Aboriginal Land Claims in accordance with legislation.
* Prepare and maintain management plans for Council-owned and managed lands.
* Coordinate leases, licences, permits, and agreements across Council properties.
* Lead acquisitions and disposals to support capital and operational needs.
* Provide internal advisory services on land use, conveyancing, and property law.
* Liaise with agents, surveyors, legal representatives, and external authorities.
* Conduct due diligence, title reviews, and legal research.
* Maintain registers, GIS data, and reporting documentation.
* Prepare Council reports relating to land dealings, leases, and compliance.
* Ensure adherence to the Crown Lands Management Act and other relevant laws.
Requirements:
* Tertiary qualifications in Land Economics, Property, Town Planning, Business, Legal Studies or related field.
* Demonstrated experience with Crown Land, Native Title, and complex property dealings.
* Strong understanding of land reclassification, leasing, and conveyancing practices.
* High-level time management and problem-solving ability.
* Australian citizenship or legal work eligibility.
Desirable Qualifications and Experience:
* Additional qualifications in a property-related discipline.
* Experience in local government or similar regulatory environments.
* Background in managing land management plans and lease portfolios.
Benefits:
* Attractive salary range.
* 12% superannuation.
* 9-day fortnight for better work-life balance.
* 4 weeks of annual leave (accruable).
* 15 days of sick leave (accruable).
* Relocation assistance up to $10,000.
* Short-term rental subsidy to help with your move.
* Ongoing professional development and learning opportunities.
* Access to monthly onsite counselling through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
* Participation in Health and Wellbeing programs.
About This Role:
This standalone role plays a key part in ensuring Council's property dealings are legally compliant, strategically aligned, and community-focused. You will lead end-to-end land transactions, manage property registers and contracts, and support Council's legal responsibilities around Crown Land and Native Title.
The Ground You'll Cover:
1. Strategic and autonomous role managing Crown Land, Native Title, and leases.
2. Help shape the future of Tenterfield by leading property negotiations, Native Title matters, and Crown Land management in this newly created, high-impact role.
3. Steer Council's Land Legacy.