Property and Commercial Facilities Officer

$83,093 per annum + super + benefits
Permanent Full Time
Property and Commercial Facilities, Corporate and Commercial Services
Bundaberg Region 

About Us

At Bundaberg Regional Council, we are dedicated to building a vibrant and sustainable future for our community. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where individuals from diverse backgrounds and skill sets can thrive. Whether delivering essential services or driving innovative projects, our team is united by a shared commitment to making a meaningful impact. By joining us, you’ll become part of an organisation that values your contributions, supports your growth, and empowers you to help shape a better future for everyone. 

Uniquely positioned north of Brisbane in Queensland, Australia, the Bundaberg Region is one of Australia’s fastest-growing regional cities and the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef. The Bundaberg Region boasts the most equitable climate in Australia and rates fifth in the world alongside Hawaii. Noted for its environmental excellence, pristine waterways, and proximity to the Great Barrier Reef, the Bundaberg Region showcases everything that nature’s palette can create. 

What We Offer

• An attractive remuneration package with options for salary sacrifice and 17.5% leave loading
• Regular rostered days off 
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Wellbeing and mental health support programs, including access to our Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities for professional development training and study assistance to support your career growth
• Thrive in a workplace that prioritises a healthy work-life balance within a supportive and friendly team
• Be part of an inclusive and diverse culture where every team member is valued

Discover more about working at Bundaberg Regional Council and the benefits we offer our employees by clicking here.

About The Opportunity

As Property and Commercial Facilities Officer, you will play a vital role in supporting and overseeing Council’s property and land dealings, including leases, sales, acquisitions, and the management of commercial facilities including holiday parks. Working closely with the Property and Commercial Facilities Coordinator, this role will provide technical and senior administrative support for the effective management of Council’s property portfolio, delivering positive outcomes. The role offers an opportunity to apply well-developed past experience while also growing and learning in your everyday activities.

Key responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Prepare and review relevant property dealings documentation, including contracts of sale, State Government forms, leases, and licences, as well as the lodgement and registration of such.
• Prepare correspondence, notices, and reports for a diverse mix of internal and external stakeholders, including tenants, suppliers, Council staff, and community members as required.
• Engage, liaise and negotiate with a range of internal and external stakeholders, maintaining effective relationships and ensuring successful outcomes for Council.

To view the Position Description for this role, please click here.

About You

To be successful in this role:

• You will have experience in a property related field.
• You will have the ability to exercise sound judgement and work effectively under general direction on sensitive or complex matters. 
• You will be comfortable supporting and overseeing property dealings and have well-developed skills preparing and registering associated documents. 
• You will have a high attention to detail and strong interpersonal skills.
• Your organisational and time management skills will allow you to identify and adapt priorities as required. 

If you feel you can bring value to the role but your skills and experience are slightly different from what’s described, we encourage and appreciate your application.

The Selection Process

We encourage candidates to advise us of any accommodations they may need to ensure a smooth and inclusive experience throughout our recruitment process and work environment. We are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

We celebrate our community's rich diversity and are committed to attracting and employing people that represent the community that we serve.  We recognise and appreciate the diversity of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive and safe working environment where all employees are valued, respected and supported to achieve their potential.

The preferred candidate will be required to undergo a National Police Check and Pre-employment medicals (which may include drug and alcohol testing), as part of the recruitment process.

How to Apply

To apply, submit your application online by clicking the “Apply” button. Please include:

1. A current resume
2. A cover letter addressing the “About You” section (max. 2 pages).

For enquiries, please contact careers@bundaberg.qld.gov.au or 1300 883 699. Please quote job reference BDBRC1328.

Applications close on Tuesday, 24 June 2025, at 11:59 pm AEST.

Applications that do not meet the above requirements may not be shortlisted. The advertisement will be closed either when a successful applicant is identified or on the application close date, whichever is sooner.

Thank you for your interest in this position. To explore all our current opportunities, visit our Careers with Council webpage. We look forward to receiving your application.