Property Officer – Residential & Commercial Portfolio

About the role

The Property Officer will join a dedicated Property & Assets team delivering safe, compliant and fit‑for‑purpose residential and commercial properties across urban and remote locations in the Northern Territory.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage lease agreements, documentation, bonds and property inspections.
• Organise maintenance and repair works, engage contractors and follow‑up on tasks across urban and remote sites.
• Maintain accurate property and accommodation records, including allocation, utilisation and reporting.
• Liaise with landlords, contractors and service providers to ensure timely completion of repairs and minor works.
• Monitor outstanding property issues, support planned maintenance programmes and escalate risks or delays as needed.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, policies and procedures while maintaining positive stakeholder relationships.

Required profile

• Qualifications in Property Management or a related field.
• Minimum two years’ experience in residential or commercial property management.
• Knowledge of the Residential Tenancies Act 1999 or ability to acquire it quickly.
• Strong interpersonal and cross‑cultural communication skills.
• Excellent organisational ability with high attention to detail and capacity to manage competing priorities.
• Current C Class manual driver’s licence and willingness to travel to remote and regional areas, including 4WD and small aircraft.

What we offer

• Diverse and rewarding role across residential and commercial property portfolios.
• Opportunity to work across urban and remote communities.
• Supportive team environment with professional development opportunities.
• Meaningful work contributing to effective property and asset management outcomes.