Property Acquisition Manager
Property Acquisition Manager
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Job Description
- An exciting opportunity to be a part of Sydney Waters future growth
- Generous salary package benefits on offer
- Join our growing team to deliver essential services for a sustainable and prosperous water future.
About the role:
As the Property Acquisition Manager you will plan and manage acquisition activities allowing Sydney Water to secure the land and property rights needed to build and upgrade infrastructure across its service area.
Youll work closely with the wider Property team to spot opportunities to make cost effective decisions improving efficiency during the initial stages of project planning. Your input will help shape smarter more cost-effective decisions from the start.
In this role youll be the subject matter expert for property-related advicewhether its site selection navigating legal requirements or managing the acquisition process from beginning to end. Youll ensure legal and regulatory compliancy while delivering the best outcomes for Sydney Water.
What you will be doing:
- Lead and manage land and easement acquisitions for major infrastructure projects including compulsory acquisition and developer-related easements.
- Navigate legal frameworks such as the Sydney Water Act 1994 and Just Terms Act 1991 including court proceedings and working with legal counsel.
- Develop and deliver acquisition programs with clear milestones budgets risks and reporting to stakeholders including executive leadership and government.
- Provide expert property advice for site selection land optimisation and cost-saving strategies during project planning.
- Represent Property Services in stakeholder meetings manage consultants and oversee quality audits of acquisition processes.
- Review and respond to planning referrals (DA LEP REP) from councils to ensure alignment with Sydney Waters property interests.
About You:
In addition to tertiary qualifications in property project management or similar you will ideally have completed Core Practitioner you will possess:
- Strong understanding of property legislation and regulatory frameworks including acquisition processes.
- 5 years experience in property development or planning with a solid track record in acquisition projects.
- Skilled in stakeholder engagement and negotiation with developers councils government agencies and statutory bodies.
- Proficient in interpreting valuations town planning advice and legal documentation related to property.
- Excellent project management and organisational skills with the ability to juggle multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills including preparing strategic submissions and influencing stakeholders.
Does this sound like you Apply date:27th July 2025
We support you through the application process and can modify as needed let us know what you more information you can contactTA Partner
Please see the position description for the roles full accountabilities.
Why join us
At Sydney Water your work will make a real difference in peoples livesand your own. With diverse projects and roles youll find ample career growth opportunities. At Sydney Water we actively seek and celebrate diversity equity inclusion and individuality. fostering a safe environment where everyone can thrive and shape impactful community projects. We offer flexible working arrangements and opportunities for career progression among our many benefits.
Dive into Our Great Benefits:
- Competitive Remuneration:Well ensure that your skills and contributions are valued and rewarded appropriately.
- Hybrid Work Environment:We offer a hybrid work model that balances remote work and office collaboration supporting our teams productivity and well-being.
- Continuous Professional Growth:We will invest in your career with leadership and development programs to propel your success.
- 24/7 Wellbeing Support:Access for you and your family to free and confidential mental health and general health support through our EAP portal.
- Discounted Private Health Insurance:Unlock affordable access to top-tier health coverage with our discounted insurance plans.
- Family First:Prioritise your family with up to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave and a childcare allowance.
- Fitness Passport:Achieve your physical fitness goals using our Fitness Passport granting you access to a multitude of gyms and pools across NSW.
- Novated Leasing:Get in the drivers seat of your financial future with our novated lease options.
Working at Sydney Water
We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds including First Nations people LGBTQIA people with disability people with caring responsibilities people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and veterans.
As part of the application process Sydney Water will be collecting your personal information to assess your suitability for the role. We will also use your personal information to establish a LiveHire talent profile in our Talent Community.
Your personal information will be collected in accordance with LiveHiresTermsand Sydney WatersPrivacy Collection Statement Job Application.Please note as part of the application process you will be asked to undergo background checks which includes a criminal history check.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
