Senior Officer – Property Portfolio & Strategy - V26/10078

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New Recruitment System Please note : We are currently transitioning to a new recruitment system. Vacancies listed below are advertised through our new platform. For further information on each position, please click on the position title and this will take you to OneCouncil where you will need to follow the prompts to complete your application online. Project / Business Support Officer (12 months term contract; 21 hours per week) Aquatic Supervisor (Lawson) (2 seasonal positions, various hours) Aquatic Supervisor (Glenbrook) (4 seasonal positions, various hours) Aquatic Supervisor (Blackheath) (4 seasonal positions, various hours) Lifeguard (Katoomba) (5 seasonal positions, various hours) Lifeguard (Glenbrook) (5 seasonal positions, various hours) Lifeguard (Lawson) (4 seasonal positions, various hours) If you have any questions, please contact hresources@bmcc.nsw.gov.au or (02) 4780 5999. * * * * * * * Other vacancies (below) may still be applied for through our existing application process. Weeds Education Officer (3 years temp; part-time) - V26/10085 Position Description EEO Data - We encourage you to complete our voluntary Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Survey. Please note, it is unrelated to your application. Help protect one of Australia's most iconic landscapes by inspiring positive environmental action across the Blue Mountains. As Weed Education Officer, you'll deliver community education and communication initiatives that help residents identify, manage and prevent the spread of priority weeds. You'll facilitate workshops, field days and presentations, create engaging digital and print resources, and contribute to social media and community awareness campaigns. Working closely with residents, community groups and Council staff, you'll build understanding of biosecurity responsibilities and support practical weed management outcomes, helping to protect local biodiversity and our World Heritage bushland. Qualifications and/or demonstrated experience in communications, education, community engagement, conservation and land management or a related field. Demonstrated experience developing, delivering and evaluating community education and/or communication projects, preferably in environmental or natural resource management. Strong communication, customer service, organisational and administrative skills, along with knowledge of weed management in the Blue Mountains. This is a temporary, 3-year position, working 7 hours per day for 3 days per week. Remuneration: base salary commencing at $79,483 (pro-rata) gross per annum + 12% superannuation + annual performance-based salary increases / bonus (1-3.5%) + annual award increase For further information contact: Bronwyn Hall on 0414 195 160. Closing date: 30 August 2026. Applications must address the Essential Criteria.

Records & Information Transformation Officer (2 year temporary; part-time) - V26/10060 Position Description EEO Data - We encourage you to complete our voluntary Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Survey. Please note, it is unrelated to your application. Council is seeking a highly engaged, self-motivated team player who will take an active role in records management compliance and the implementation of an organisation-wide technology solution. This is a 2-year temporary project-based role which will be directly involved in supporting and carrying out project work relating to records management for the successful implementation of the new EDMS. This position will directly provide records management compliance activities across new and existing systems, decommissioning and migration from outgoing systems, search and extraction of records from multiple systems, and ensure the effective training and embedding of records management practices in accordance with the State Records Act. The jobholder requires demonstrated experience in records management, advanced computer literacy, and demonstrated experience in maintaining strict confidentiality, have strong attention to detail skill and the ability to work collaboratively in team environment with competing priorities and deadlines. Jobs at this level require technical proficiency in a specialised area and extensive experience in a relevant or similar role. This is a temporary, 2-year project-based position, with possible extension and / or possibility of permanency and is part-time, 4 days per week, 8:30am to 5:00pm. This position may include office based, work from home or hybrid by application and arrangement. Remuneration: base salary commencing at $92,709 (pro-rata) gross per annum + 12% superannuation + annual performance-based salary increases / bonus (1-3.5%) + annual award increase For further information contact: Jane Chacana on 4780 5705. Closing date: 30 August 2026. Applications must address the Essential Criteria.

Senior Officer – Property Portfolio & Strategy - V26/10078 Position Description EEO Data - We encourage you to complete our voluntary Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Survey. Please note, it is unrelated to your application. The Strategic Property & Commercial Activities Service manages one of local government's most diverse property portfolios, including community facilities, commercial properties, visitor destinations, operational assets and strategic land holdings. Our team is focused on delivering commercially sustainable, community-focused and compliant property outcomes that support the long-term objectives of Blue Mountains City Council. Blue Mountains City Council is seeking an experienced property professional to support the strategic management of one of local government's most diverse property portfolios. As the Senior Officer – Property Portfolio & Strategy, you will provide specialist property advice and coordinate a broad range of portfolio management activities, including commercial leasing, licensing, statutory land matters and stakeholder engagement, ensuring Council's property assets are managed efficiently, compliantly and strategically. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the implementation of Council's Strategic Property & Commercial Activities Service and play a key role in improving the management, commercial performance and long-term sustainability of Council's property portfolio. Reporting to the Program Leader - Property Portfolio & Strategy, you will: • Manage Council's commercial lease, licence and property agreement portfolio. • Lead lease renewals, rent reviews, licence variations and statutory property agreements. • Drive property inspections and condition reviews across Council's portfolio. • Oversee rental income, invoicing, arrears and operational property performance. • Manage telecommunications leases, Crown land agreements and statutory tenure documentation. • Deliver reports, briefings and property advice for internal stakeholders You are an experienced property professional with strong commercial and stakeholder management skills. You will bring to the position: • Demonstrated experience in commercial property administration, leasing, tenancy management or property portfolio coordination. • Sound knowledge of property legislation, leasing principles and statutory property processes. • Experience preparing property agreements, reports and correspondence. • Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills. • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver quality customer outcomes. • Experience managing lease registers, tenancy documentation and property financial administration. • Commitment to governance, continuous improvement and customer service excellence. • Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience in property, real estate, land management or a related discipline. Remuneration: base salary commencing at $100,301 gross per annum + 12% superannuation + annual performance-based salary increases / bonus (1-3.5%) + annual award increase For further information contact: Alison Randall via email at Alison.Randall@bmcc.nsw.gov.au . Closing date: 16 August 2026. Applications must address the Essential Criteria.

Senior Officer – Property Events, Activations & Marketing - V26/10077 Position Description EEO Data - We encourage you to complete our voluntary Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Survey. Please note, it is unrelated to your application. The Strategic Property & Commercial Activities Service manages one of local government's most diverse property portfolios, including community facilities, commercial properties, visitor destinations, operational assets and strategic land holdings. Our team is focused on delivering commercially sustainable, community-focused and compliant property outcomes that support the long-term objectives of Blue Mountains City Council. Blue Mountains City Council is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced marketing and events professional to help activate and promote one of local government's most diverse property portfolios. As the Senior Officer – Property Events, Activations & Marketing, you will coordinate marketing campaigns, events, commercial activation initiatives and stakeholder partnerships that enhance the utilisation of Council's commercial and community assets while delivering positive customer and community outcomes. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the implementation of Council's Strategic Property & Commercial Activities Service and play a key role in promoting Council's property portfolio through innovative marketing, events and activation programs. Reporting to the Program Leader – Property Commercial Activation & Strategy, you will: • Oversee marketing campaigns that promote Council's commercial and community property portfolio. • Drive and deliver events, activations and promotional initiatives across Council assets. • Manage Council's activation-related digital content, website updates and social media communications. • Coordinate sponsorship and partnership activities associated with activation programs. • Develop the development of commercial partnerships, sponsorship opportunities and stakeholder engagement activities. • Coordinate communications, promotional material and digital marketing content. • Deliver visitor economy initiatives and place activation programs. • Build productive relationships with businesses, community groups, tourism organisations and government agencies. • Review campaign performance and prepare reports to support continuous improvement. • Lead increasing utilisation, customer engagement and commercial performance across Council's property portfolio. You are an energetic and creative professional with experience in marketing, events, communications or commercial activation. You will bring to the position: • Experience coordinating marketing campaigns, digital communications, promotional activities or visitor engagement initiatives. • Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Experience coordinating projects, multiple priorities and competing deadlines. • Strong organisational skills with a commitment to customer service and continuous improvement. • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams. • Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience in marketing, communications, events or a related discipline. Remuneration: base salary commencing at $100,301 gross per annum + 12% superannuation + annual performance-based salary increases / bonus (1-3.5%) + annual award increase For further information contact: Alison Randall via email at Alison.Randall@bmcc.nsw.gov.au . Closing date: 16 August 2026. Applications must address the Essential Criteria.

Senior Officer – Property, Buildings & Strategy - V26/10076 Position Description EEO Data - We encourage you to complete our voluntary Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Survey. Please note, it is unrelated to your application. The Strategic Property & Commercial Activities Service manages one of local government's most diverse property portfolios, including community facilities, commercial properties, visitor destinations, operational assets and strategic land holdings. Our team is focused on delivering commercially sustainable, community-focused and compliant property outcomes that support the long-term objectives of Blue Mountains City Council. Blue Mountains City Council is seeking an experienced property professional to support the operational delivery and continuous improvement of one of local government's most diverse property portfolios. As the Senior Officer – Property, Buildings & Strategy, you will play a key role in coordinating the day-to-day operational management of Council's property portfolio, supporting property and building projects, managing financial and procurement processes, and ensuring efficient service delivery across the Strategic Property & Commercial Activities Service. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the implementation of Council's Strategic Property & Commercial Activities Service and support the effective management, performance and sustainability of Council's property assets. Reporting to the Program Leader – Property Portfolio & Strategy, you will: • Deliver property and building operational activities, projects and service initiatives. • Lead purchase orders, invoices, budget monitoring and financial administration to support the delivery of property services. • Manage contractors, consultants, maintenance works and procurement activities in accordance with Council policies and procedures. • Support the preparation and monitoring of operational budgets, financial reporting and expenditure tracking. • Coordinate inspections, condition assessments and compliance monitoring across Council-owned buildings. • Manage operational maintenance activities, contractor performance and building compliance across Council's property portfolio. • Drive specialist advice on property and building management matters. • Implement reports, correspondence, business cases and documentation to support operational and strategic decision-making. • Manage compliance with relevant legislation, standards, contracts and Council policies. • Build productive relationships with tenants, contractors, community organisations and internal stakeholders. • Drive continuous improvement, business system enhancements and the effective management of Council's property portfolio. You will bring to the position: • Experience in facilities coordination, property operations, building administration or asset management. • Knowledge of building maintenance, contractor management and property operations. • Experience coordinating projects and working with multiple stakeholders. • Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills. • Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and deliver quality outcomes. • Sound understanding of relevant legislation, compliance obligations and risk management principles. • Commitment to customer service, teamwork and continuous improvement. • Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent industry experience Remuneration: base salary commencing at $100,301 gross per annum + 12% superannuation + annual performance-based salary increases / bonus (1-3.5%) + annual award increase For further information contact: Alison Randall via email at Alison.Randall@bmcc.nsw.gov.au . Closing date: 16 August 2026. Applications must address the Essential Criteria.

Property & Buildings Officer - V26/10075 Position Description EEO Data - We encourage you to complete our voluntary Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Survey. Please note, it is unrelated to your application. Blue Mountains City Council is seeking an organised and practical property professional to support the operational management of Council’s property and buildings portfolio. As the Property and Buildings Officer, you will coordinate property-related activities, inspections, contractor liaison and project interface functions across Council-owned buildings and property assets. You will work with project managers, contractors, consultants and operational teams to ensure property requirements are considered throughout project planning, construction and handover, while also supporting day-to-day building operations and portfolio administration. Reporting to the Program Leader – Property Portfolio, you will: • Act as the Property Service representative for capital works and infrastructure projects affecting Council-owned buildings and property assets. • Provide operational property input during project planning, design review, construction and handover. • Identify maintenance, operational and whole-of-life asset considerations during project delivery. • Coordinate practical completion inspections, defect registers and follow-up of outstanding defects. • Coordinate asset handover documentation, including manuals, warranties, certifications and compliance records. • Conduct routine inspections of Council-owned buildings and assist with building condition assessments. • Coordinate maintenance requests and contractor activities associated with minor operational works. • Maintain property records, inspection reports and operational documentation. • Assist with compliance inspections relating to fire safety, accessibility, WHS and building requirements. • Liaise with project managers, contractors, consultants, tenants and internal stakeholders. • Prepare inspection reports, correspondence and operational documentation. You will bring to the position: • Demonstrated experience in property, buildings, facilities management, construction, asset management or a related field. • Experience coordinating building projects, contractor activities or operational property services. • Sound understanding of building construction, maintenance practices and asset lifecycle management. • Ability to interpret building plans, specifications and project documentation. • Knowledge of compliance requirements relating to buildings, WHS and operational property management. • Strong organisational and analytical skills with the ability to manage competing priorities. • Effective stakeholder engagement and communication skills. • Ability to prepare reports and maintain accurate operational records. • Current NSW Class C Driver Licence. Remuneration: base salary commencing at $92,709 gross per annum + 12% superannuation + annual performance-based salary increases / bonus (1-3.5%) + annual award increase For further information contact: Alison Randall via email at Alison.Randall@bmcc.nsw.gov.au . Closing date: 16 August 2026. Applications must address the Essential Criteria.

Program Leader – Property Commercial Activation & Strategy - V26/10074 Position Description EEO Data - We encourage you to complete our voluntary Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Survey. Please note, it is unrelated to your application. The Strategic Property & Commercial Activities Service manages one of local government's most diverse property portfolios, including community facilities, commercial properties, visitor destinations, operational assets and strategic land holdings. Our team is focused on delivering commercially sustainable, community-focused and compliant property outcomes that support the long-term objectives of Blue Mountains City Council. Blue Mountains City Council is seeking an experienced leader to drive the commercial activation and strategic promotion of one of local government's most diverse property portfolios. As the Program Leader – Property Commercial Activation & Strategy, you will lead Council's commercial activation, destination marketing, events, partnerships and visitor economy initiatives, developing innovative strategies that maximise the utilisation of Council assets while enhancing community outcomes and long-term financial sustainability. This is an exciting opportunity to establish a newly created leadership role and influence how Council activates its commercial and community assets through strategic partnerships, events, marketing campaigns and place-based initiatives that strengthen the Blue Mountains as a destination. Reporting to the Manager Strategic Property & Commercial Activities, you will lead a multidisciplinary team responsible for: • Leading Council's commercial activation. • Lead destination marketing, visitor experience and precinct programming initiatives that strengthen commercial performance and support the Blue Mountains visitor economy. • Developing and implementing events, activations and visitor economy initiatives. • Drive opportunities to increase utilisation and commercial performance across Council's property portfolio. • Develop strategic partnerships, sponsorships and commercial opportunities. • Lead marketing campaigns that promote Council facilities, precincts and commercial activities. • Develop productive relationships with government agencies, tourism organisations, businesses and community stakeholders. • Leading innovative projects that support economic development, place activation and customer experience. • Manage organisational transformation and long-term financial sustainability. You are a strategic and commercially focused leader with significant experience in commercial activation, destination marketing, events, partnerships or economic development and bring: • Demonstrated leadership experience within a complex organisation. • Extensive experience delivering commercial activation, marketing, visitor economy or place activation initiatives. • Experience leading visitor economy, tourism, place activation or destination management initiatives. • Strong commercial and strategic business acumen. • Demonstrated experience establishing partnerships, sponsorships and stakeholder relationships. • Excellent communication, negotiation and project management skills. • Proven ability to develop innovative strategies that deliver measurable commercial and community outcomes. • A commitment to customer service, collaboration and continuous improvement. • Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience. Remuneration: base salary commencing at $118,950 gross per annum + 12% superannuation + annual performance-based salary increases / bonus (1-3.5%) + annual award increase For further information contact: Alison Randall via email at Alison.Randall@bmcc.nsw.gov.au . Closing date: 16 August 2026. Applications must address the Essential Criteria.

Program Leader – Property, Portfolio & Strategy - V26/10073 Position Description EEO Data - We encourage you to complete our voluntary Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Survey. Please note, it is unrelated to your application. The Strategic Property & Commercial Activities Service manages one of local government's most diverse property portfolios, including community facilities, commercial properties, visitor destinations, operational assets and strategic land holdings. Our team is focused on delivering commercially sustainable, community-focused and compliant property outcomes that support the long-term objectives of Blue Mountains City Council. Blue Mountains City Council is seeking an experienced leader to manage one of the region's most diverse property portfolios and help shape the future of Council's commercial, community and operational assets. As the Program Leader – Property, Portfolio & Strategy, you will provide strategic leadership across Council's commercial, community and operational property assets, leading a team responsible for property portfolio management, statutory land matters, commercial leasing and licensing, acquisitions and disposals, asset optimisation, and property governance. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of Council's property portfolio by driving commercial outcomes, strengthening governance, managing complex stakeholder relationships and delivering long-term financial sustainability for the community. Reporting to the Manager Strategic Property & Commercial Activities, you will lead a multidisciplinary team responsible for: • Lead the strategic management of Council's commercial, community and operational property portfolios. • Lead strategic property planning, portfolio optimisation and asset performance initiatives. • Drive expert advice on acquisitions, disposals, leasing, licensing and statutory land matters. • Lead commercial negotiations and complex property transactions. • Drive governance, compliance and risk management across Council's property assets. • Lead and mentor a high-performing multidisciplinary team. • Deliver business cases, investment strategies and funding opportunities. • Develop strong relationships with Executive, government agencies and community stakeholders. • Manage organisational transformation and long-term financial sustainability. You are a strategic thinker with significant experience managing complex property portfolios and delivering commercial outcomes and bring to the position: • Extensive experience in commercial property, strategic asset management or statutory land administration. • Demonstrated leadership experience within a complex organisation. • Extensive commercial property experience with demonstrated strategic and commercial acumen. • Experience managing acquisitions, disposals, leasing and licensing. • Sound knowledge of relevant NSW legislation. • Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. • A commitment to governance, customer service and continuous improvement. • Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience Remuneration: base salary commencing at $118,950 gross per annum + 12% superannuation + annual performance-based salary increases / bonus (1-3.5%) + annual award increase For further information contact: Alison Randall via email at Alison.Randall@bmcc.nsw.gov.au . Closing date: 16 August 2026. Applications must address the Essential Criteria.

Theatre Technician (casual) - V26/10072 Position Description EEO Data - We encourage you to complete our voluntary Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Survey. Please note, it is unrelated to your application. The casual Theatre Technician provides technical support for performances, events and venue operations at Blue Mountains Theatre. Working under the direction of the Technical Coordinator, the position delivers high-quality technical services across lighting, sound, audiovisual and staging, ensuring productions are presented safely, professionally and in accordance with venue standards. The role supports a diverse range of professional productions, community events and venue hirers by providing technical expertise, maintaining venue equipment and infrastructure, and contributing to a safe, efficient and customer-focused working environment. We are seeking a skilled Theatre Technician with experience in live production, including lighting, sound, audiovisual and staging. You'll be safety-focused, customer-oriented and able to interpret technical documentation, support performances, operate theatre equipment, work collaboratively, and be available for evening and weekend shifts across a seven-day roster. Remuneration: base salary commencing at $37.44 gross per hour + 25% casual loading + 12% superannuation + annual performance-based salary increases / bonus (1-3.5%) + annual award increase For further information contact: Tyson Forsaith on 0414 195 063. Closing date: 16 August 2026. Applications must address the Essential Criteria.

Learn to Swim Instructor (casual) - V26/10005 Position Description EEO Data - We encourage you to complete our voluntary Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Survey. Please note, it is unrelated to your application. This position requires the enthusiastic delivery of our Learn to Swim program to our customers in a fun, safe and engaging manner. We are seeking instructors for weekday morning, weekday afternoon and weekend shifts. To be successful, you must have: • Austswim certification and Royal Lifesaving Swim and Survive examiners award • Resuscitation award • Working with Children Check • Previous experience in the effective delivery of learn to swim classes Remuneration: base salary commencing at $31.01 gross per hour + 25% casual loading + 12% superannuation + performance payment 1% - 3.5% annual salary + annual award increase For further information contact: Liz LeBreton on 4780 5152. Applications must address the Essential Criteria.

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