The Opportunity
The Metropolitan Cemeteries Board (MCB) is seeking an
experienced senior leader to lead its Property Services Directorate
and provide strategic stewardship of a significant land and
infrastructure portfolio that delivers essential services to the
Western Australian community.
This role offers a rare opportunity to shape the long‑term
sustainability, development and optimisation of a complex public
sector property portfolio, balancing statutory obligations,
community expectations and environmental responsibility.
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Director Property
Services provides strategic leadership to senior managers and
multidisciplinary teams responsible for the planning, development
and management of the MCB’s land and infrastructure portfolio.
Operating in a highly visible and complex stakeholder environment,
the role leads the delivery of the Strategic Development Plan and
Asset Investment Plans to ensure assets are fit‑for‑purpose,
aligned with community expectations, and deliver sustainable
returns on investment and long‑term public value.
Key responsibilities include:
- Lead property, land use, leasing, acquisition and disposal
strategies to optimise asset value and public outcomes
- Deliver major capital works projects on time, within budget
and to scope
- Ensure land, buildings, capital works projects and
day‑to‑day operations comply with environmental, planning,
accessibility and work health and safety
- Develop and implement master plans, policies and frameworks
for land and asset management
- Build strong relationships across government, industry and
the community
- Provide strategic and risk‑informed advice on land supply,
future demand and emerging trends
About Us
At the MCB, you’ll be part of something bigger than a workplace!
Preserving cultural heritage, fostering community connections, and
delivering vital public services. We offer a collaborative and
inclusive environment where you are recognised, your ideas are
valued, and your impact is felt every day. Join us and help shape a
legacy that matters. As a self-funded statutory authority, the MCB
operates seven cemeteries and memorial parks across Greater
Perth.
Our Aspiration: To be a sanctuary for our
community, preserving history and culture and providing places for
remembrance and connection.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate the
following:
- Experience managing a large, complex property or land
portfolio, ideally in the public sector or delivery of
community services
- Strong understanding of legislative and regulatory
frameworks relevant to land and asset management
- Demonstrated success leading capital works and
infrastructure programs
- Highly developed interpersonal and communication
- Proven capability in people leadership, financial
management and strategic decision‑making
There is currently one [1] permanent
position available for immediate filling. Applicants found
suitable through this process may be considered for future contract
or permanent roles, either in this position or similar ones.
For more information, please refer to the attached Job
Description Form (JDF) or contact Kathlene Oliver,
Chief Executive Officer via email ceo@mcb.wa.gov.au to discuss the
position or arrange a time to discuss further.
How to Apply
Select the ‘Apply for Job’ and provide:
- A current CV of your work experience and achievements.
- A cover letter (maximum 2 pages) detailing how your skills
and experience align with the Work-Related Requirements
outlined in the JDF.
- Applicants who are shortlisted will be assessed on all
work-related requirements during the process.
- Late applications will not be accepted.
Closing Date: 4.00pm on Sunday, 31 May 2026
Further Information
The MCB is committed to creating an inclusive recruitment
process. If you have access needs and require adjustments to
participate fully in the application or interview process, require
alternative communication method or have technical difficulties,
please contact Human Resources on (08) 9383 5228 or hr@mcb.wa.gov.au.
If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with
your application, please contact Jobs and
Skills WA on 13 64 64.
Equity and Diversity
The MCB embraces diversity and believes that the best services
come from a workplace where diversity in thought is welcomed and
encouraged every day. We are committed to creating an equitable and
diverse workforce, where we encourage applications from people with
disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people
from culturally diverse backgrounds, women, youth and people from
sexual or gender diverse orientations.
