At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team managing Crown land and build strong community relationships.
- Company: Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure NSW - shaping vibrant communities.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace with support for diverse backgrounds and flexible work arrangements.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on land management and community engagement in NSW.
- Qualifications: Experience in property or natural resource management and strong stakeholder engagement skills.
The predicted salary is between 56250 - 68750 $ per year.
Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure NSW – Parramatta NSW
Shape your world, in the team that shapes NSW communities, spaces and economies. Lead land and partnerships to shape thriving communities across NSW.
Ongoing full-time opportunity at Parramatta office location with flexible working supported. Salary relative to experience, ranging from $129,464 to $142,665 + super.
Are you an experienced property, land management or natural resources professional ready to step into a leadership role with real impact? We're looking for a Group Leader, Property Management & Stakeholder Engagement to lead a high-performing team responsible for managing a diverse Crown estate portfolio, navigating complex land management challenges, and building strong relationships with communities, government agencies, Aboriginal stakeholders and industry partners. This is a unique opportunity to influence the future use and stewardship of Crown land while balancing environmental, cultural, economic and community interests.
The role
You'll lead the management of Crown land, assets and natural resources, applying strong property management expertise to deliver effective outcomes. You'll build trusted stakeholder relationships while leading and coaching a team to achieve high performance in a fast-paced environment. The role focuses on resolving complex land and tenure issues, providing expert advice, and balancing environmental, community and operational priorities. You'll be leading a small team delivering licences, reserves administration, environmental investigations, property management, land use planning, internal and external stakeholder engagement (including Aboriginal stakeholders) and Ministerial correspondence. You will also prioritise and manage operational issues and team resources to achieve planned business and financial outcomes and have a good understanding of Crown land frameworks while delivering results and maintaining partnerships across government and communities.
What you will bring to the role
- Demonstrated experience in property, land, environmental or natural resource management.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence and build trusted relationships across diverse groups.
- Experience providing high-level advice, briefings and recommendations on complex operational matters.
- Knowledge of land management, planning and environmental legislation.
- Experience interpreting and applying legislation.
- Proven ability to manage competing priorities, achieve business outcomes and lead teams in a fast-paced environment.
What is an essential requirement:
- Tertiary qualifications in natural resources, planning, environmental science, land management or other relevant field and/or equivalent professional experience.
- Current driver's licence and willingness to travel.
About us
The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities.
We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Glen Camenzuli via email.
We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential.
Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment. This role is subject to standard pre-employment checks, including a criminal record check.
Applications close 11:55pm, Sunday 30th August 2026.
Group Leader, Property Management & Stakeholder Engagement in Parramatta employer: Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure NSW
At the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure in Orange, NSW, we offer a dynamic work environment where you can develop your skills while making a positive impact on the community. Our commitment to flexible working arrangements, a collaborative culture, and opportunities for professional growth ensures that you can thrive both personally and professionally. Join us to be part of a high-performing team dedicated to shaping vibrant communities across NSW.
Contact Details:
Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure NSW Recruitment Team
