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Property Acquisition Officer x 2
Blacktown is a vibrant city located in the very heart of Greater Sydney, half-way between Sydney City and the Blue Mountains. It is a city of ambition and excitement. With a total of 48 residential suburbs, and population of 370,000 coming from more than 180 different birthplaces, Blacktown City is one of the most diverse communities in Australia.
Working in Blacktown City provides a wealth of professional opportunities. Blacktown City Council is the second largest Council in New South Wales and a leader in the development of the Western Sydney region. With almost unmatched growth expected over the next 25 years, we are on an exciting journey of transformation to prepare for a population of more than 550,000. There has never been a more exciting time to join one of Sydney’s most dynamic and high-performing Councils as we continue to deliver outstanding levels of service for our proud and diverse community and prepare our great city for the future.
About the opportunity
We are looking for 2 qualified, registered professionals to join our Property team and assist with Council's acquisition programs, including negotiating with relevant stakeholders, consultants, valuers, surveyors and solicitors.
You will ensure that acquisitions are undertaken in a timely manner to provide for the efficient delivery of facilities and infrastructure in accordance with the management plan.
Qualifications and experience
Essential:
- Relevant qualifications in a property related field eg. Bachelor of Business in Land Economy, Conveyancing Advanced Diploma or equivalent
- Registered under the provisions of the Valuers Registration Act 2003 or licensed to practice under the provisions of the Conveyancers Licensing Act 2000
- Eligible for membership of appropriate professional organisation
- Solid working experience in a similar position
- Class C driver's licence
- Computer literate in Microsoft Office applications and the ability to quickly learn corporate applications
- Effective communication skills
- Demonstrated commitment to customer service
- Ability to work within a team environment.
Desirable:
- Demonstrated Real Estate industry experience
- Demonstrated experience in statutory acquisition.
- Knowledge and understanding of the Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act 1991.
Remuneration and benefits The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with Blacktown City Council’s Enterprise Agreement
- A competitive salary range of $1,466.00 - $1,641.90 (Grade 12) per week will be offered based on skills, qualifications and experience
- Car allowance
- 35 hour working week
- Opportunity to participate in Council's flextime arrangement
- Employee benefits such as leave entitlements (where applicable), 9.5% employer superannuation contribution payable to the Local Government Superannuation Scheme, Fitness Passport and gym membership discounts, and social clubs.
Our commitment to safety
Blacktown City Council is committed to safety. We have introduced alcohol and other drug testing at the pre-employment phase, and via a series of random tests, tests where there may be reasonable suspicion and / or post reportable incident testing for Council workers.
Best of luck.
Closing Date: 20 December 2019
Contact Officer: Frank Qureshi on 9839 6405
INTERNAL REF: BCC1820, BCC1821
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