17th September, 2026
The Opportunity
The Property & Planning Advisor plays a central role in shaping the future of ARV’s alpine resorts. This dynamic position supports planning, leasing, land management and compliance activities across three unique mountain environments—each with its own challenges, opportunities and community.
You’ll assess applications, coordinate projects, prepare high‑quality advice and reports, and work closely with resort leadership, councils, leaseholders and government stakeholders. Your work will directly influence sustainable development, operational consistency and the protection of Victoria’s alpine landscapes.
If you’re a proactive problem‑solver with strong judgement, excellent communication skills and a passion for land management and planning, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in a fast‑paced, highly collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess planning applications, property requests and development proposals.
- Provide clear advice, reports, briefings and recommendations on portfolio matters.
- Coordinate defined projects, consultation activities and stakeholder communications.
- Maintain accurate CouncilWise records, registers and workflow updates.
- Support leasing, licensing and compliance activities across three resort portfolios.
- Work collaboratively with resort leadership, councils, consultants and leaseholders.
- Identify risks, data gaps, overdue actions and compliance issues for escalation.
- Prepare rent and service charge calculations in partnership with Finance.
- Contribute to policy reviews, service standards and continuous improvement.
Skills, Experience and Qualifications - Qualification or experience in planning, property, land management, leasing, compliance or related fields.
- Experience providing advice and coordination in a regulated or statutory environment.
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to navigate complex issues.
- High‑level written communication skills, including reports and correspondence.
- Ability to manage competing priorities with resilience and sound judgement.
- Understanding of public sector context, regulatory frameworks and Crown Land management.
Salary Band $97,955 – $111,142 + superannuation
Location Hybrid – Mt Hotham / Mt Baw Baw / Lake Mountain / Resort Offices / Remote
Closing Date Thursday 1st October 2026
Further Information For more information including a copy of the Position Description, contact
careers@alpineresorts.vic.gov.au.
How to Apply Click
Apply and upload your resume and cover letter outlining your suitability and how you meet the key responsibilities and experience required.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so early submission is encouraged.
Requirements for the Successful Candidate - Full Australian working rights
- National Criminal History Check
- Victorian Employee Working With Children Check (or willingness to obtain)
- Other compliance checks as required
Who will you be working for? Alpine Resorts Victoria (ARV) manages Victoria’s six alpine resorts—Falls Creek, Mt Buller, Mt Hotham, Mt Baw Baw, Mt Stirling and Lake Mountain. Together they attract over one million visitors annually and support approximately ten thousand jobs.
Falls Creek is renowned for world‑class skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking, hiking and year‑round alpine experiences. Its identity is built on adventure, community and the unique natural environment of the Victorian Alps.
More information:
alpineresorts.vic.gov.au
Equal Opportunity Statement Alpine Resorts Victoria is an equal opportunity employer and supports diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
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