Local Government has a vast and diverse property portfolio.

From airports, cemeteries and parking stations, to marinas and ports, the size and scope of our property portfolio offers interesting and challenging career opportunities, unique to Local Government.

Types of Roles:

  • Property Officers/ Coordinators/ Managers
  • Airport Services Officer/ Manager
  • Cemeteries Operator
  • Gravedigger
  • Facilities Maintenance Officer
  • Handyman/ Caretaker/ Cleaner

What we do:

  • Manage leases and license arrangements for Council’s property assets
  • Manage Crown Land and Native Title (in some states)
  • Manage road closures and road naming
  • Maintain council property, including cemeteries

Qualification requirements:

Educational requirements vary according to the role but degree qualifications appropriate for senior roles in this field include Property and Business (Property).

Vocational education and training (VET) qualifications that are relevant for some of these roles include:

  • Diploma of Local Government
  • Diploma of Property Services (Asset and Facility Management)
  • Certificate III in Cemetery and Crematorium Operations
  • Certificate II, III in Parks and Gardens