Community Property Team Leader

Job No: SSC1596
Location: Sutherland Shire

At Sutherland Shire Council, we’re shaping a vibrant, inclusive and connected community. As our Community Property Team Leader, you’ll play a pivotal role in strategically managing Council’s community property portfolio and hireable facilities - ensuring our spaces are optimised, accessible and deliver lasting value for our residents.

This leadership opportunity is ideal for a property professional with strong local government or community leasing experience who thrives on driving improvement, building partnerships and delivering meaningful community outcomes.

As the Community Property Team Leader, you will:

  • Lead a dedicated team responsible for community property, leasing and facility management.
  • Oversee Council’s community land and property portfolio, ensuring fair, transparent and sustainable use aligned with Council’s strategic priorities. 
  • Provide expert advice on community leasing, property valuation, and financial and regulatory compliance.
  • Drive innovation, policy development, and continuous improvement across community property operations.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with community organisations, government agencies and stakeholders to optimise the use and activation of community assets.
  • Contribute to strategic planning and projects that align with Council’s vision for a vibrant, sustainable and inclusive Sutherland Shire.

Join our Team and Grow with Us!

If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council!

  • Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit!
  • Get your application in by 11.59pm: Wednesday 3rd December 2025.
  • Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated in the week commencing 8th December 2025.
  • Package: $113,004 - $124,276 gross p.a. plus 12% superannuation.
  • Hours of work: Permanent Full Time. You will have the option of a 19 day month through Council’s flex system. 
  • To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks, and will also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.

Reach out to Hayley Barnes, Senior Manager Community Impact & Innovation, HBarnes@ssc.nsw.gov.au for any job specific enquiries.
Jodi Johnson, Talent Acquisition Business Partner, JJohnson@ssc.nsw.gov.au can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.

Click on the link to check out the Position Description

Council is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the NSW Government’s Child Safe Standards are incorporated in our procedures, practices, programs, and events.

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About Sutherland Shire Council

Sutherland Shire is a unique area in greater Sydney. Boasting iconic beaches, stunning coastline, vibrant town centers, and incredible national parks. All just 26 km from the CBD. As one of the largest Councils in NSW, we're home to a growing and connected community of more than 230,000 people.

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