Permanent Position - Full Time

(Reference Number: 54-17)

"Above All - Service"

Located 10km from the Perth CBD, the City has a population of over 101,000 and covers an area of 65 sq. km. We are a changing, progressive and caring Council with a strong set of values that underpin the way we work with each other and the community we serve.

We provide our employees with generous employment conditions and great lifestyle benefits including:

• Professional development opportunities
• Free gym membership
• Free parking
• Wellness program

The Position

Administer the management of the City's land assets through the acquisition or disposal of land required to meet the City's needs and Council's objectives. Identify land opportunities for the City to develop into well-developed programs, strategies, plans and projects.

Key areas of accountability for this position will include:

• Assist with the development of a program to investigate and implement land projects (Council owned land) and any identified surplus Reserves (State owned land managed by the City via a management order);
• Identify land asset investment opportunities for the City to assess their development potential, financial feasibility, risks and capital return with a view to reducing the City's medium to long term reliance on rates revenue; and
• Prepare project/tender briefs, obtain quotations and prepare contracts to engage the services of specialist consultants.

To be considered for this role you will need to demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria:

• Tertiary qualification in Planning or Business and/or at least 5 years' experience in project management and land administration;
• Problem-solving and analytical skills, including the use of statistical data; and
• Sound negotiation skills.

Salary: $79,475 - $89,365 per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications) plus superannuation.

How to Apply

Please read the attached position description and selection criteria before applying for the position through our job vacancies website, http://careers.canning.wa.gov.au.

Please include your resume and a covering letter addressing the selection criteria quoting Reference Number 54-17.

Applications close 5.00pm, Monday 3 July 2017.

Enquiries: All information regarding the role is provided in the Position Description. For specific information regarding the role please contact Will Baston, Manager Land Utilisation on (08) 9231 0834.

Applicants are required to demonstrate a commitment to the City of Canning values of Safe & Supportive, Professional, Accountable & Honest, Responsible and Caring.