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Help us deliver for Australia
Australia Post is delivering for all Australians. From the vehicles that we drive, to the small businesses that make our communities thrive. We’re delivering for the environment, for our communities, for our customers and for our people. We’re moving forward and we want you to come along for the ride.
About the opportunity
Reporting to the Head of Real Estate Solutions, you will be accountable for the strategic leadership and stewardship of the regional property portfolio. Acting as custodian to ensure assets meet the operational needs of key stakeholders across retail and network operations. The role ensures the portfolio remains functional, compliant, fit for purpose and cost effective, while delivering long term value aligned to enterprise priorities.
The portfolio comprises 523 sites across industrial, retail and commercial office, including both owned and leased assets.
What you’ll deliver with us
You’ll provide strong leadership, clear direction and effective communication within a complex operating environment. You’ll lead multiple projects and programs concurrently, influence outcomes across diverse stakeholder groups, and drive strategic delivery through disciplined portfolio management, continuous improvement, and a focus on sustainable, long‑term outcomes.
You’ll also
- Influence and deliver the Property Strategy, ensuring efficient, timely and cost‑effective solutions for internal customers
- Negotiate directly with building owners or oversee broker-led negotiations to achieve optimal commercial outcomes
- Ensure all transactions align with the Property Strategy and contribute to long‑term business objectives
- Drive commerciality and cost control across leasing, facilities maintenance and project delivery
- Maintain effective budget tracking and reporting
- Sustain tenant revenue and deliver lease target savings outcomes within Australia Post portfolio
What are we looking for?
- A Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Business, or any related discipline
- Demonstrated expertise in leasing, property management, project management and corporate real estate
- Strong negotiation and portfolio management capability, delivering optimal lease and commercial outcomes
- Sound understanding of stakeholder needs, with the ability to manage and deliver effective outcomes
- Proven ability to interpret property documentation and agreements, including leases and construction contracts, with a strong understanding of property planning frameworks and statutory requirements
- Experience working closely with external brokers, landlords and property owners to execute transactions
How we’ll deliver for you
- Join one of the most culturally and linguistically diverse workforces in Australia, where we’re all ages and genders and come from all walks of life
- We deliver on our values of Trust, Inclusivity, Empowerment, and Safety every day. They’re the TIES that bind our team together
- Immerse yourself in the AP Way – where every single team member partakes in a learning module to help understand the vital role, we play in delivering on our strategy and purpose
We’re delivering together
At Australia Post, we acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we operate, live and gather as employees.
We believe our business should reflect the diverse communities we operate in and are proud to be an inclusive workplace for people from all walks of life. We encourage applications from people of all ages, genders and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, People with Disability, LGBTQIA+ and Refugees.
We are one of the largest organisations in Australia to successfully achieve Disability Confident Recruiter status. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process and workplace for those living with a disability and are committed to reviewing and removing bias in our processes to create a gender-equitable recruitment experience and workplace. If you have any questions about accessibility, please contact our Diversity & Inclusion team on inclusivecareers@auspost.com.au
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