Head of Property and Planning

Rare opportunity to take on a dynamic role as our new Head of Property & Planning!

Qualifications, skills, and experience

• Bachelor's degree or higher in business or related discipline or equivalent knowledge, skills and experience (mandatory)
• Postgraduate qualification in a related field or management (desirable)
• Minimum 7 years relevant experience in property and/or resort management including dealing with a range of government and private enterprise stakeholders and leading/managing a team.
• Proven experience and success in managing contracts and negotiations
• Experience with leaseholds on Crown land and the associated complexities with development in alpine areas

Responsibilities:

• Oversee Crown Land management, including leasing, licensing, greenfield land releases, and planning requirements across six alpine resorts.
• Develop and execute innovative policies, strategies, and systems to ensure quality service delivery.
• Lead lease administration, tackle complex leasing challenges, orchestrate land releases, and drive commercial tenders.
• Navigate legal and stakeholder complexities, and provide expert advice on planning permit applications.

Candidate requirements

• Have full Australian working rights.
• Currently hold or be willing to obtain a Victorian Employee Working with Children Check.
• Satisfactorily pass a police check and random drug & alcohol tests.
• Have an Australian driver's licence.

Location: Offices are located at each of the six resorts as well as in Mansfield and Lilydale. Hybrid and remote working conditions available for this position, with travel to each resort required throughout the year.

Salary range: $138,631 - $185,519 (2026 salary range).

Alpine Resorts Victoria, established on 1 October 2022, manages Victoria's six alpine resorts and supports regional communities by attracting over one million visitors a year and sustaining ten thousand jobs.

How to Apply: Click "Apply" and upload your resume and cover letter, detailing how you meet the key accountabilities of this role.

Applications will be reviewed daily; do not delay submitting your application. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Applications close: Friday, 5th December 2025.

Alpine Resorts Victoria is an equal opportunity employer and supports diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

For more information, including a copy of the Position Description, please contact .