• Get hands-on experience across Council's property and parking operations
• Work with tenants, permit holders, businesses and government agencies to deliver service that makes a difference
• Contribute to system upgrades, process improvements and new parking initiatives

About the role

Help keep Darwin's property and parking services running smoothly. As Property and Parking Operations Officer, you'll coordinate permits, leases and licences, customer requests and financial processing for Council's property and parking portfolios. You'll make sure records are accurate, service is timely and everything complies with Council policies and agreements.

You'll be the go-to contact for tenants, community organisations, businesses, permit holders and government agencies, and you'll play a part in improving the systems and processes behind the services.

What you'll do

• Process and monitor property applications, permits, licences, leases and agreements, and keep track of critical dates, rent reviews, insurance requirements and renewals
• Issue parking permits, exemptions and access approvals, and manage expiries and renewals
• Respond to enquiries and service requests from customers and stakeholders, and escalate complex matters when needed
• Raise purchase orders, process invoices, prepare lease, licence and permit charges, and carry out routine reconciliations of income, permits and bonds
• Maintain property and parking databases and registers, and generate operational and financial reports
• Contribute to system improvements, process reviews and parking initiative

About you

Essential:

• Certificate IV in Business, Property, Finance, Local Government or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience
• Three years' demonstrated experience in a similar role
• Experience in financial processing and reconciliations
• Experience maintaining records, databases and business systems
• Strong customer service, written and verbal communication, and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Current Class C driver licence
• National Police Records Check

Desirable

• Experience in local government property management or parking operations
• Experience with TechnologyOne, Monday.com, Authority, customer management systems, parking management systems or property management software
• Knowledge of relevant local government legislation, leasing practices and parking operations

Why City of Darwin?

Join a team working towards Darwin 2030 - City for People. City of Colour. This role suits someone who enjoys variety and keeping things running well. You'll work across both property and parking, from leases and licences to permits and reconciliations, while building relationships with tenants, businesses and community organisations. You'll also have a real say in improving our systems and processes. If you're organised, customer-focused and keen to build a career in local government, this is a great place to make your mark.

Applicants who need assistance with our process or have any queries are encouraged to contact a member of our Robyn Wittwer (Manager Property Portfolio) on 08 8930 0630.

To apply:

Applications will only be accepted via our website | City of Darwin Careers - Current Vacancies

City of Darwin Talent Acquisition Team can be contacted via:

• 📞 Phone: (08) 8930 0526
• Email: recruitment@darwin.nt.gov.au

Applications close on Tuesday, 27 October 2026.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted after the closing date.

We are looking forward to receiving your application if you are a direct applicant. Please note that we are not working with recruitment agencies for this position.

The City of Darwin is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background to apply.