Property Compliance Manager

at  City of Sydney

Sydney
Core Portfolio - Property /Property Services/Chief Operations Office
Full Time/Permanent
$143,353 - $160,642 per annum plus superannuation

Are you an experienced professional looking for an exciting opportunity to lead the management of diverse property assets in one of the world’s most vibrant cities? The City of Sydney is undergoing a significant transformational change within Property Services, and we’re seeking skilled and motivated individuals to join our Business Services Team.
The City manages a unique and diverse range of assets, including heritage-listed commercial buildings, award-winning libraries, and operationally critical depots. Our portfolio includes over 1,500 property interests worth $2.7 billion, covering assets such as building properties, footway agreements, vacant land, and road interests. This is a rare opportunity to contribute to the realisation of our Sustainable Sydney 2030–2050 vision by driving high-performance asset management.

As a Property Compliance Manager, you will:

• establish and monitor key performance indicators for compliance activities. Define relevant KPIs, analyse data, and use metrics to evaluate and improve compliance programs.
• oversee regular property inspections and audits to assess regulatory adherence. Coordinate inspections, identify non-compliance issues, develop action plans, and maintain detailed records for transparency.
• oversee vendor and contractor compliance with requirements. Vet compliance credentials, monitor work, and enforce adherence to standards throughout contracts
• drive staff training programs on compliance requirements and best practices. Develop materials, organize sessions, and foster a culture of compliance awareness and accountability.

We’re looking for someone with:

• tertiary education in property management, real estate, law, facility management or related fields is preferred
• demonstrated experience in fire compliance and risk management and ability to interpret current federal, state and local regulations, codes, and standards concerning building matters
• comprehensive understanding of local, state, and federal regulations related to property management, including health and safety, building codes, and environmental laws
• proven experience in conducting inspections and audits, identifying non-compliance issues, and developing action plans to address them
• strong skills in managing compliance-related documentation and preparing detailed reports for regulatory authorities and senior management
• expertise in identifying potential compliance risks, conducting risk assessments, and implementing strategies to mitigate these risks proactively.

This role has the option of a rostered day off each month, known as a 19-day month.
The recommended applicant must complete a pre-employment health declaration and criminal history check.
Applications must be submitted online by 11:59pm, Thursday 06 February 2025.
For more information, contact Bryony Hair, Recruitment Resourcer on 02 9288 5971