Assistant Property Officer

Who we are

The City of Salisbury is the most progressive council in South Australia, driving growth, jobs, housing and opportunity in the north. With a workforce of over 400 people, we offer the chance to collaborate with teams across the organisation to deliver meaningful, community-focused projects.

The City Development Department shapes a sustainable and well-planned future for Salisbury by managing diverse planning and development projects, from large-scale commercial and industrial initiatives to residential developments.

Join us and see the positive impact of your work can make.

The City of Salisbury is seeking a motivated and community-focused Assistant Property Officer to join the property team within City Development.

You'll play an important role in supporting the management of Council's diverse property portfolio and land assets, helping to deliver outcomes that benefit our growing community.

This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience across a broad range of property functions, including lease and licence administration, property acquisitions, stakeholder engagement, property records management, financial administration, and strategic property projects. Working alongside experienced property professionals, you'll develop practical skills and industry knowledge in property management, land administration and local government operations.

Working within the Strategic Development Projects Division, you'll help ensure Council's property assets are managed effectively, sustainably and in accordance with legislative requirements, supporting the future growth and development of the City of Salisbury.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Managing the day to day Administration of property agreements.
• Assist with lease negotiations and documentation.
• Support property acquisitions and transactions.
• Engage with stakeholders across Council's property portfolio.
• Contribute to projects that help shape the City's future.
• Support property records management and financial administration.
• Assist with strategic property projects and reporting.

About you:

This role is ideally suited to a recent graduate or someone currently studying Property, Real Estate, Land Economics, Urban and Regional Planning, Business, Law, or a related discipline who is eager to build a rewarding career in the property sector and make a meaningful contribution to their community.

You will also have:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• A keen interest in property, land management and local government.
• Willingness to learn from experienced property professionals.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills.
• A commitment to customer service excellence.
• Understanding of local government operations (desirable).

What we offer

• State-of-the-art Salisbury Community Hub is 25 minutes from the CBD with excellent rail and road connections.
• Modern and positive work environments.
• Free car parking.
• Flexible work options.
• Three additional leave days per year.
• Annual pay rises.
• Health and wellbeing programs, including skin checks, health assessments, flu vaccinations and an employee assistance program.
• Professional development opportunities.

Read the [Position Description].

People who are of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity as well as people of culturally diverse backgrounds and of diverse abilities are encouraged to apply.

Contact us

All enquiries can be made to **********@salisbury.sa.gov.au

Applications close 9:00am, 3 September 2026.