- An exciting opportunity to be a part of Sydney Water’s future growth
- Generous salary package + benefits on offer
- Join our growing team to deliver essential services for a sustainable and prosperous water future.
About the role:
As the Property Acquisition Manager, you will plan and manage acquisition activities, allowing Sydney Water to secure the land and property rights needed to build and upgrade infrastructure across its service area.
You’ll work closely with the wider Property team to spot opportunities to make cost effective decisions, improving efficiency during the initial stages of project planning. Your input will help shape smarter, more cost-effective decisions from the start.
In this role, you’ll be the subject matter expert for property-related advice—whether it’s site selection, navigating legal requirements, or managing the acquisition process from beginning to end. You’ll ensure legal and regulatory compliancy, while delivering the best outcomes for Sydney Water.
What you will be doing:
- Lead and manage land and easement acquisitions for major infrastructure projects, including compulsory acquisition and developer-related easements.
- Navigate legal frameworks such as the Sydney Water Act 1994 and Just Terms Act 1991, including court proceedings and working with legal counsel.
- Develop and deliver acquisition programs with clear milestones, budgets, risks, and reporting to stakeholders including executive leadership and government.
- Provide expert property advice for site selection, land optimisation, and cost-saving strategies during project planning.
- Represent Property Services in stakeholder meetings, manage consultants, and oversee quality audits of acquisition processes.
- Review and respond to planning referrals (DA, LEP, REP) from councils to ensure alignment with Sydney Water’s property interests.
About You:
In addition to tertiary qualifications in property, project management or similar you will ideally have completed Core Practitioner training. Also you will possess:
- Strong understanding of property legislation and regulatory frameworks, including acquisition processes.
- 5+ years’ experience in property, development, or planning, with a solid track record in acquisition projects.
- Skilled in stakeholder engagement and negotiation with developers, councils, government agencies, and statutory bodies.
- Proficient in interpreting valuations, town planning advice, and legal documentation related to property.
- Excellent project management and organisational skills, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including preparing strategic submissions and influencing stakeholders.
Does this sound like you? Apply now. Closing date: 27th July 2025
We support you through the application process and can modify as needed – let us know what you need. For more information, you can contact TA Partner marc.evans2@sydneywater.com.au
Please see the position description for the role’s full accountabilities.
Why join us
At Sydney Water, your work will make a real difference in people’s lives—and your own. With diverse projects and roles, you'll find ample career growth opportunities. At Sydney Water, we actively seek and celebrate diversity, equity, inclusion, and individuality., fostering a safe environment where everyone can thrive and shape impactful community projects. We offer flexible working arrangements and opportunities for career progression among our many benefits.
Dive into Our Great Benefits:
- Competitive Remuneration: We’ll ensure that your skills and contributions are valued and rewarded appropriately.
- Hybrid Work Environment: We offer a hybrid work model that balances remote work and office collaboration, supporting our team's productivity and well-being.
- Continuous Professional Growth: We will invest in your career with leadership and development programs to propel your success.
- 24/7 Wellbeing Support: Access for you and your family to free and confidential mental health and general health support through our EAP portal.
- Discounted Private Health Insurance: Unlock affordable access to top-tier health coverage with our discounted insurance plans.
- Family First: Prioritise your family with up to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave and a childcare allowance.
- Fitness Passport: Achieve your physical fitness goals using our Fitness Passport, granting you access to a multitude of gyms and pools across NSW.
- Novated Leasing: Get in the driver's seat of your financial future with our novated lease options.
Working at Sydney Water
We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including First Nations people, LGBTQIA+, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and veterans.
As part of the application process, Sydney Water will be collecting your personal information to assess your suitability for the role. We will also use your personal information to establish a LiveHire talent profile in our Talent Community.
Your personal information will be collected in accordance with LiveHire’s Terms, Privacy Policy and Sydney Water’s Privacy Collection Statement – Job Application. Please note as part of the application process, you will be asked to undergo background checks which includes a criminal history check.
