Property Coordinator 

Be part of Victoria's last great story of growth

Mitchell Shire is where the city meets the country. Located just 40 minutes north of Melbourne, we're home to thriving townships, beautiful natural landscapes and some of Australia's fastest-growing communities.

With a current population of more than 64,000 residents and forecast growth to over 220,000 by 2046, there has never been a more exciting time to join Mitchell Shire Council. As we continue to grow, so do the opportunities to make a genuine difference to our community and help shape the future of one of Victoria's most dynamic municipalities.

At Mitchell Shire Council, you'll be part of a progressive, inclusive and supportive organisation that values collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement. Together, we work as One Mitchell, guided by our values of Trusted, Engaged and Innovative.

About the Opportunity

This is a pivotal leadership role within Council’s Property function, responsible for shaping how we plan, manage and optimise our property portfolio to support a growing community.

As Property Coordinator, you will provide strategic leadership and expert guidance across all aspects of Council’s property management responsibilities. You will lead high-value and complex property transactions, including acquisitions, disposals, leases and licences, while ensuring strong governance, legislative compliance and value for money outcomes.

Working closely with the Executive Leadership Team, senior leaders and key stakeholders, you will influence decision-making on complex property matters and provide trusted advice that supports Council’s long-term growth, service delivery and financial sustainability.

You will also play a key role in developing and delivering strategic property programs, driving continuous improvement, and strengthening frameworks, systems and processes that enhance the performance and maturity of Council’s property portfolio.

Leading the Property Services team, you will foster a collaborative, accountable and high-performing culture, while building capability and aligning priorities to achieve organisational outcomes.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute at a strategic level and make a lasting impact on how Council manages its property assets to support community needs now and into the future.

This role is a permanent, full-time opportunity with a Monthly ADO. Remuneration begins at $122.5K to $137K (Band 8) plus superannuation

Why Mitchell?

At Mitchell Shire Council, we are committed to creating a workplace where people can thrive and do their best work. In return for your contribution, you'll enjoy:

• Flexible work arrangements where operationally possible
• Learning and development opportunities
• Employee wellbeing initiatives and Employee Assistance Program support
• A values-driven and supportive workplace culture
• The opportunity to contribute to one of Victoria's fastest-growing municipalities
• Meaningful work that makes a difference to our community

About You

You are a strategic and commercially astute property professional with extensive experience managing complex property portfolios and delivering high-quality outcomes in a dynamic environment.

You bring:

• Demonstrated experience in strategic property management, including leading complex projects, transactions and initiatives with significant organisational and community impact
• Strong knowledge of relevant legislation and governance frameworks related to land acquisition, leasing, disposal and land administration
• Proven ability to lead complex negotiations and achieve balanced commercial, legal and community outcomes across diverse stakeholder groups
• Highly developed capability to provide strategic advice and influence senior decision-making on complex property matters
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships across internal teams, government agencies, developers and the community
• Strong leadership experience, with a track record of developing people, leading change and fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement

You are confident working in complex and politically sensitive environments, able to exercise sound judgement and navigate competing priorities to achieve practical, well-informed outcomes. You bring a proactive mindset, a commitment to continuous improvement, and a passion for delivering value to the organisation and the community.

Want to Know More?

For further information about this opportunity, please contact Christine Denyer, General Counsel via email to arrange a call, christine.denyer@mitchellshire.vic.gov.au

All applications must address the Key Selection Criteria contained within the Position Description. For information on how to apply, please visit our Careers page.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion and Safety

Mitchell Shire Council is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and accessible workplace that values different perspectives and upholds the highest standards of integrity, respect and responsibility. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTQIA+ community and people with disabilities.

As a Child Safe Organisation, we are committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people. Successful applicants will be required to obtain and maintain a valid Working with Children Check where required for the role.

Our commitment is guided by the principles of the Charter of Human Rights and Responsibilities Act 2006 (Vic), the Gender Equality Act 2020, the Climate Change Act 2017 and the Victorian Child Safe Standards.

We are committed to providing an accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments or additional support during the application or interview process, we encourage you to let us know. We will work with you to ensure you have the opportunity to participate fully and demonstrate your capabilities.

Applications close at 5pm Thursday 9 July 2026.