Job Description

• Manage a diverse commercial property portfolio across Tāmaki Makaurau
• Lead lease negotiations, rent reviews, and tenant relationships
• Drive portfolio performance and optimise commercial outcomes
• Fixed Term Full-Time opportunity (till 24th December 2027)

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

Auckland Council’s Resilience and Infrastructure – Property Unit has a Fixed Term Full-Time opportunity (till 24th December 2027) for a Commercial Property Manager to join the Property Management team.

This is a commercially focused role, responsible for managing a portfolio of income-generating assets and optimising performance through strong lease management, tenant engagement, and market insight.

You’ll take ownership of your portfolio, ensuring high occupancy, delivering rental growth through rent reviews, and identifying opportunities to enhance asset performance.

• Please note: Internally, this position is titled Property Manager However, this role requires proven commercial property management experience and is not suited to residential property management backgrounds.

Day-to-day you could expect to work on:

• Managing a commercial property portfolio to optimise performance and occupancy
• Leading new lease negotiations, including renewals, rent reviews, assignments and arrears.
• Building and maintaining strong tenant and stakeholder relationships with strong Local Board involvement.
• Coordinating maintenance, compliance, and asset planning with internal teams
• Monitoring portfolio performance, reporting, and identifying value-add opportunities

He kōrero mōu: About you
This role requires demonstrated experience in commercial property management, with a strong understanding of lease structures, portfolio performance, and tenant management.

We will be looking for specific experience with:

• Commercial property portfolio management (essential)
• Lease negotiations, rent reviews, and contract management
• Strong financial acumen and understanding of asset performance
• Stakeholder and tenant relationship management – Local Board liaison advantageous
• A full, clean NZ driver’s licence is advantageous

We are looking for someone who:

• Is results-driven, proactive, and commercially astute
• Has strong negotiation and problem-solving skills
• Communicates confidently with a wide range of stakeholders
• Is highly organised and able to manage competing priorities
• Brings a strong customer focus and professional approach

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

Auckland Council is the largest local government council across Oceania, serving over 1.7 million people and contributing towards making Tāmaki Makaurau a world-class city.

We offer a range of employee benefits and proudly support flexible working options where possible.

You’ll have access to a range of fantastic Auckland Council benefits, EAP services, an Oranga Day and discounted Leisure Centre membership and a range of other partnership discounts! View a snapshot of some of our employee benefits here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HCrGnm_Fy1RMrhSkvVZaf3GPtZDk3BLd/view-usp=sharing

We are a diverse organisation – we value diversity in our thinking, and we can only achieve that with a diverse team!

Ehara taku toa, he takitahi, he toa takitini - My success is not mine alone, but the success of many.

Tono Mai: Apply Now!

You can find the position description here
Applications close Tuesday 21st April 2026

Please note:

• Qualification Checks will be conducted along with other relevant pre-employment checks required for employment with Auckland Council.
• Safety Sensitive This role is deemed safety sensitive and, in line with Auckland Council policy, you will be required to complete pre-employment drug & alcohol testing.

Our employer Kiwisaver contribution is additional to base salary offered.

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.

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