Looking to take the next step in your property career while contributing to something bigger? The Northern Land Council (NLC) is seeking a skilled and motivated Senior Property Officer within its Property and Assets team.

About the Role: 

The Senior Property Officer will lead a small, dedicated team in managing a varied portfolio of leased and owned commercial and residential properties across both urban and remote communities. This position will oversee lease arrangements, coordinate contractors, manage property maintenance and compliance, and contribute to the development of long-term property strategies that support the NLC’s operational goals. This position’s work will help ensure our facilities and infrastructure are safe, functional, and well-managed — enabling our broader teams to deliver meaningful outcomes for Aboriginal people in the NLC’s region.

What you will Bring:

You will have proven experience in property or facilities management and be confident navigating leases, inspections, and contractor coordination. A sound understanding of relevant legislation, strong organisational skills, and the ability to juggle competing priorities will be key to your success. You are someone who communicates well, builds positive working relationships, and takes initiative to find practical solutions. Most importantly, you are committed to contributing to a purpose-driven organisation that supports Aboriginal people and communities.

In addition to this, you will have:

• Qualifications in Property Management and a minimum of three (3) years’ experience in a similar role.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in Housing or Property Management with a strong understanding of the Residential Tenancies Act 1999, or the ability to rapidly acquire.
• Ability to lead and manage in a diverse and complex work environment with experience in balancing competing priorities, and delegating tasks to deliver a positive outcome.
• Current C Class Drivers Licence and the ability and willingness to undertake remote travel in a manual 4WD vehicle or light aircraft if required.

What’s in it for you?

This is a great opportunity to take the lead in a role where your skills and experience will have real impact. You’ll join a collaborative team that values initiative, respect, and shared purpose. Enjoy a healthy work-life balance and the chance to travel to unique and culturally significant parts of the Northern Territory.

We offer:

• Salary sacrificing up to $15,900 + Meal Entertainment and Holiday Accommodation benefits up to $2,650 per year.
• Other benefits under our Enterprise Agreement include:
  • District allowance of up to $4,797 per annum for individuals with dependents and $2,630 without dependents.
  • 5 weeks annual leave, leaving loading, 18 days personal leave;
  • Paid Christmas close down;
  • Upon completion of 12 months of service an Annual airfare with a net (in hand) value of $2,961

Click "Apply now" to submit your application. Interested applicants should send a copy of their CV along with a cover letter outlining why you are interested in this position and what relevant skills and experiences you will bring to the role.

If you have any further queries please contact: Heather Thomas on 0429 875 346.

About the NLC

The Northern Land Council (NLC) is an independent statutory authority of the Commonwealth. The NLC is established under the Aboriginal Land Rights Act (NT) 1976 and its purpose is to serve its constituents who are Traditional Owners (TOs) and other Aboriginal people living in their region. Cultural knowledge and lived experience are central to the work that we do here at NLC. We are committed to enhancing Aboriginal peoples social, political and economic participation by supporting their aspirations and amplifying their voices on a range of issues impacting on their lands, seas, culture and communities.

A position description is attached.