Property Support Officer

Property Support Officer

Support responsible land management and a thriving community!

Are you organised, curious and ready to take your career in an exciting new direction? Do you enjoy solving problems, working with people and keeping important projects moving?
Cook Shire Council is looking for a motivated to join our Planning and Environment team in Cooktown.

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop specialist knowledge in property, land tenure and Native Title while contributing to the responsible management of Council’s land and assets. Whether you bring relevant experience or are keen to build your expertise, you’ll receive training and support to help you grow in the role.

What you'll be doing
 

No two days will be quite the same! You’ll play an important role in:

• Managing Council’s leases and licences, including applications, renewals and maintaining accurate records.
• Supporting land tenure matters, including road reserve encroachments, road openings and closures.
• Preparing and reviewing management plans for Council trustee land.
• Assisting with Native Title matters and Indigenous Land Use Agreements.
• Coordinating agreements relating to mining leases over Council road reserves.
• Liaising with lessees, government agencies, Council teams and other stakeholders.
• Preparing clear correspondence, reports and briefing notes.
• Finding opportunities to improve processes, procedures and systems.

What you'll bring
We’re looking for someone who is:

• Highly organised, detail-oriented and able to manage competing priorities.
• A confident communicator who enjoys building positive relationships.
• A practical problem-solver with sound judgement and initiative.
• Comfortable researching information, following procedures and learning new legislation.
• Experienced in administration, coordination, property or a similar field, or able to demonstrate equivalent skills and experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and electronic records management systems.
• A current holder of a Queensland Class C driver’s licence.

Why join Cook Shire Council?
 

• Grow your expertise: Develop your knowledge of property, land tenure and Native Title with training and professional development.
• Make a real difference: Help Council manage its land and property responsibilities for the benefit of the community.
• Enjoy variety: Work across a diverse range of property, legislative and stakeholder matters.
• Build your career: Join a supportive team with opportunities to develop your skills and experience.

 If you’re ready to learn, take initiative and make a meaningful contribution to Cook Shire, we’d love to hear from you!

How to apply
To apply, please review the Candidate Information Kit for this position. To be considered for selection you will need to submit: 

• a Cover Letter outlining why you are interested in this role; and
• a detailed and up to date Resume/CV.

Applications should be submitted online. Click on the "Apply Now" tab below to apply.

Applications will close Sunday 22 November 2026. Don't miss your chance to apply!

SUMMARY & CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Cook Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and encourages a diverse workplace. Indigenous community members and women are strongly encouraged to apply.
All applications are assessed on merit.