Property and Asset Manager (Health Manager Lvl 4) - Perm FT
Requisition ID: REQ682046
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week
Remuneration: $153,559.00 - $182,954.00 per annum + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Liverpool
Applications close: 16/08/26
Contact: Tooba Akhtar - Capital Works and Infrastructure on 02 8738 8841 | Tooba.Akhtar@health.nsw.gov.au
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
Achieve Something Great
This is an exciting opportunity to lead the District’s property and asset portfolio, ensuring the effective governance, management and optimisation of land, buildings and associated assets throughout their lifecycle. Working in a strategic and advisory capacity, you will provide expert guidance on property tenure, occupancy and asset-related matters, supporting informed decision-making across the organisation. The role plays a key part in shaping strategic asset planning, influencing capital investment priorities and driving initiatives that enhance asset performance, maximise value and improve service delivery to meet current and future healthcare needs.
Are You the Right Fit?
The ideal candidate is a highly experienced property and asset management professional with strong strategic, operational and stakeholder management capabilities. You will have demonstrated expertise in overseeing diverse property and asset portfolios, including property inspections, management of external property service providers, tenure and occupancy matters, site access control and the resolution of complex property-related issues. With a strong understanding of strategic asset planning and government asset management frameworks, you will lead the delivery of key Ministry requirements, including asset management plans, strategic asset management planning and asset maturity reporting. Your ability to maintain robust asset information systems, oversee comprehensive asset registers and drive district-wide asset lifecycle planning will support evidence-based capital investment and budget decisions. The successful candidate will bring sound financial management skills, including budget development, forecasting and variance reporting, alongside experience in lease and licence administration, risk management, document control and governance compliance. A collaborative and influential communicator, you will confidently represent the District at internal and state-wide committees, providing expert advice and ensuring asset management practices align with organisational objectives, policies and industry best practice.
Selection Criteria
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.
- Tertiary qualifications in asset and portfolio management, project management and/or equivalent experience with knowledge of legislation, policies and guidelines particularly in relation to property, major investment programs and asset management.
- Extensive knowledge and experience in asset and facility management procedures and facility planning.
- Knowledge of the land title system and the ability to interpret related plans and maps.
- Experience in the planning and management of property acquisition, development and disposal.
- Demonstrated communication and negotiating skills specifically in property management.
- Highly developed written & oral communication skills including the preparation and submission of briefs and reports, ministerial responses and high-level documentation including experience in writing RFQs and tender documentation and evaluations.
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills in consulting, influencing, and negotiating with stakeholders to gain their input and commitment to projects.
- Demonstrated problem solving and risk management skills which use creative and imaginative approaches to find innovative solutions to complex issues.
- Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
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Position Information
Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
How to Apply
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Diversity, Culture & Inclusion
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact SWSLHDJobs@health.nsw.gov.au
We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
Aboriginal Workforce
For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact SWSLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?
Financial Perks
12% superannuation
Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
One extra day off each month for full-time employees
Work-Life Balance
Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
Paid maternity and parental leave
Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
Grow Your Career
Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
Health & Wellbeing
Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Additional Information
Vaccination Requirements
All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
Child Safe Employment
South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Temporary Positions
For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.
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