Senior Manager Property Portfolio

CFA is an emergency service that places the community at the centre of everything we do. We work to protect lives and property across Victoria, every hour of the day. Our organisation is made up of employees working alongside more than 51,000 volunteers. We value the different skills, experience and viewpoints that people bring, because they strengthen how we operate and support the services Victorians rely on.

We aim to be a workplace where people feel supported to do meaningful work, develop professionally and contribute to outcomes that matter to the people and places we serve.

To learn more about who we are and the work we do, visit our About Us page.

About the Role

As CFA's Senior Manager – Property Portfolio, you will lead the team responsible for managing a diverse property portfolio that supports more than 1,190 fire stations, training facilities, workshops, regional offices, emergency management facilities and corporate locations.

This is a strategic leadership role where you will help ensure CFA's buildings and facilities are safe, compliant and ready to support our volunteers and communities. You will work closely with senior leaders, regional teams and external partners to plan and deliver property solutions that meet CFA's operational needs now and into the future.

Your days will be varied. You will provide advice on property strategy, oversee maintenance programs, guide property acquisitions and disposals, manage leasing activities and work through complex property challenges across a large and geographically dispersed asset base. You will balance competing priorities, identify opportunities to improve how CFA manages its facilities and ensure investment decisions deliver value for the organisation.

Leading a team of property professionals, you will create a culture of collaboration and accountability while building strong relationships across CFA and with external stakeholders including government agencies, contractors and service providers.

About You

You are a collaborative and values-driven leader who understands the challenges of managing a large and complex property portfolio. You bring strong commercial judgement, sound decision-making skills and the ability to influence outcomes across a diverse organisation.

You will have experience in:

• Managing a large property portfolio, including property acquisitions, disposals, leasing, asset management and building maintenance programs.
• Providing trusted advice and recommendations to senior leaders on complex property matters.
• Building strong relationships and influencing stakeholders across all levels of an organisation, including external partners and service providers.
• Managing risk, resolving complex issues and developing practical solutions that balance operational needs, compliance requirements and financial considerations.
• Preparing clear and concise reports, briefings and recommendations to support informed decision-making.
• Working within a government, public sector or similarly complex environment, with an understanding of governance, policy and accountability requirements.

Why choose CFA

• Meaningful Purpose: Your contribution truly makes a difference
• Work-Life Balance: Paid parental leave, generous leave provisions
• Flexibility: Hybrid work options with flexible work arrangements
• Discounts: Emergency Memberlink discounts on various services
• Wellbeing Focus: Health Ready programs, flu vaccinations
• Member Assistance Program: Access support across 8 service pathways

Your Application

Click the ‘Apply' button to access our online application portal. You will be prompted to provide your personal and contact details and to respond to employment-related questions. When applying for a position with CFA, please include a cover letter (no more than 2 pages) and resume that clearly demonstrate your qualifications, experience and the key attributes and skills relevant to the role.

Pre-employment Checks

Offers of employment will only be made to candidates who are able to successfully complete a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check, Working Rights Check and hold a valid Working with Children Check.  You will also be required to provide at least two professional references.

Applications close: 11:59pm 19th August 2026

What to expect from our recruitment process

CFA is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse, inclusive, and safe volunteer and work environment. Our aim is to have a volunteer and paid workforce that reflects the community it serves.  First Nations people, women, people of all ages, with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse people are encouraged to apply. 

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