Title:  Workplace Operations Leasing Officer

About Us

We create thriving places and connected communities. We bring together transport, planning, land use, precinct and policy functions in a single department to deliver the best outcomes for Victorians. 

Together with our portfolio agencies, we are responsible for planning, building, operating and maintaining Victoria’s transport, planning and land services for use by all. 

We foster a safe, inclusive and constructive place to work. 

People, Legal and Governance provides business enabling people, legal and corporate services functions, to drive a high-performance culture; timely and accessible legal advice and services; and to support integrated operations and portfolio wide programs.

About the Role

This is an Ongoing opportunity

The Workplace Operations Leasing Officer is responsible for the effective day to day management of the Department’s operational property portfolio, including management of leased properties (both landlord and tenant), negotiation of straightforward property agreements and the provision of advice to inform outcomes.

This valuable role is responsible for regular reporting on the performance of the property portfolio,

Position Accountabilities

• Negotiates and manages straightforward, property agreements, including leases, licences, occupancy agreements and memoranda of understanding.
• Applies negotiation and persuasion skills to the development and management of property agreements.
• Clearly communicates to convey specialist concepts and policies to clients, staff and stakeholders.
• Prepares reports, briefs and correspondence on complex issues that impact at program or organisational level. – Undertakes complex property investigations and makes recommendations for action.

For a full description access the Position Description here: Workplace Operations Leasing Officer

Key Selection Criteria
To succeed in this role, you’ll be a collaborative, team-focused professional who enjoys rolling up your sleeves and working with others to deliver shared outcomes.

You bring a strong commitment to innovation and continuous improvement, proactively identifying smarter ways of working, encouraging fresh ideas, and using feedback to lift quality and efficiency.

You’re organised and delivery-focused, able to manage competing priorities, maintain accurate records, and see tasks through to completion using approved tools and systems. With sound business and commercial acumen, you understand how to identify cost efficiencies, support effective vendor relationships, and contribute to accountable contract delivery.

Your interpersonal skills set you apart—you understand stakeholder needs, adapt your communication style, and build positive, productive working relationships with ease. You’ll also support commercial strategy and partnerships by applying established frameworks, analysing industry and property data, and preparing negotiation approaches for non-complex agreements.

Overall, this role suits someone who values collaboration, embraces improvement, and takes genuine pride in delivering high-quality outcomes that enhance operational performance and stakeholder satisfaction.

Qualifications and Experience

• Tertiary qualifications in a related field and/or significant experience in property management and/or real estate (mandatory)
• Property experience in a government context is desired (desirable)

Other Information

• This position requires the incumbent to hold a valid driver's license

Culture Value

We welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds representing the community that we serve, including veterans, parents, carers, First Peoples, people with disability, multicultural, multifaith and LGBTIQA+ individuals.

As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and high-performance culture. Through shared actions and behaviours aligned with our strategy and direction, we empower our people to thrive and meaningfully contribute to the department’s goals.

What we offer

Working at the Department of Transport and Planning provides people with the opportunity to contribute to creating thriving places and connected communities for all Victorians.

For further details please refer to Careers at the Department of Transport and Planning.

Pre-employment checks and employment conditions

All new appointments to the department will be subject to a National Criminal Records Check, Misconduct Screening, and a Qualification Check where there is a requirement for a mandatory qualification. Information provided to the Department of Transport and Planning will be treated in the strictest confidence consistent with the requirements of the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014.

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position.

Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply.

Non-VPS applicants will be subject to a probation period of six months.

(Recent previous applicants need not re-apply)

How to apply

Click the ‘Apply’ button to be redirected to our recruitment platform, where you may need to create an account to submit your application.

If you encounter any issues, refer to our Quick Reference Guide for step-by-step instructions.

Applications close at 11.59pm on Monday, 26 January 2026.

Please include both your resume and a cover letter. All applications must be submitted via the online portal, we’re unable to accept email or manual submissions.

For further information about the role, please contact Trudi Holz - Manager Workplace Operations and Leasing at trudi.holz@transport.vic.gov.au

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