
Leasing and Acquisitions Manager
2 days ago
DHA is seeking a motivated self-starter with a proven track record of achievement in sales and/or business development to join the DHA Leasing and Acquisitions Team.
Our ideal candidate will have a background in property or a related field, with experience in leasing, sales, and/or business development all desirable.
If you are a motivated self-starter, a good team player and seeking a challenge apply now
Position: Leasing and Acquisitions Manager
Level: DHA5
Salary Range: $92,155 to $100,140 per annum plus 15.4% superannuation
Location: Head Office - Gungahlin
About us
DHA was established in 1988 following passage of the Defence Housing Australia Act 1987 (DHA Act) to provide adequate and suitable housing for, and housing related services to, members of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and their families. We remain committed to our purpose of providing housing, and housing related services, to ADF members and their families to support Defence's operational needs.
DHA manages an expanding portfolio of housing solutions and provides housing for over 17,200 ADF members and their families and administers rent allowance for more than 16,000 ADF members and their families in private rental accommodation. DHA provides housing related services advising on eligibility, providing posting support, and managing bookings and allocation services for all DHA provisioned housing and on-base accommodation to approximately 60,000 ADF members.
To find out more about DHA, please refer to our website or read our latest Annual Report.
About your team
The Provisioning function within Defence Housing Australia is responsible for the delivery of Acquisitions, Leasing, Disposals, Marketing and Strategic Provisioning initiatives. The Leasing and Acquisitions Team is responsible for the sourcing and delivery of new properties to the portfolio via lease or acquisition, as well as management of all lease agreements including extensions, new contracts and end of lease processes across the national portfolio of properties.
About the role
In this role, you will deliver the annual leasing and acquisition programs in accordance with the approved capital plan for specified regions. You will be responsible for identifying and provisioning housing that meets the required standards for Defence members and their families and other Government agencies.
You will monitor performance, prepare regular reports and provide expert advice on DHA and Defence policy, DHA Lease Agreements, acquisition contracts as well as all aspects of the real estate market in your region to internal and external stakeholders.
You will be self-motivated and be required to work under limited direction. Reporting to the Operations Manager and under direction and guidance from the Senior Leasing and Acquisitions Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the strategic plan for your region is delivered and that all lease and contractual requirements and key performance indicators (KPIs) are met. You will work as part of a team to deliver high quality customer service outcomes to all stakeholders.
Benefits for working at DHA include:
- 15.4% superannuation
- Generous leave entitlements, including 18 days personal leave and 20 days annual leave per year
- Work-life balance and flexible working options
- A positive workplace culture where you can bring your whole self to work
- Opportunities to broaden your industry knowledge and experience
- Career progression and opportunities
- ADF partner employment conditions when posting to a new location
For information on DHA's Employee Value Proposition, visit our website.
Note: All successful applicants are required to be eligible to complete a Baseline Vetting security clearance for consideration of the Australian Government SecurityVettingAgency (AGSVA)
How to apply
Apply now via ouronline careers sitewith your current resume and a 500-word one page pitch, addressing the requirements of the role.We recommend you read the Australian Public Service Commission's Cracking the Code guidance on how to write your response. Additionally, you should consider the expected behaviours described in the Australian Public Service Commission's Integrated Leadership System at this role's level.
For further information on the position, please refer to the Candidate Information Pack through the online careers site.
Applications close: 11:55pm AEST 11 September 2025.
Any questions? Please contact Nyomi Hudson - Senior Leasing and Acquisitions Manager
Nyomi.HUDSON@dha.gov.au / 02 6217 8423
Order of Merit
A merit pool will be established from this process which will be valid for 18 months from the date of advertising. This merit pool may be used throughout this period to fill similar positions in the event positions become vacant.
Inclusion and Diversity
DHA is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from across our community including, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those who identify as LGBTIQ+, ex-defence members, mature aged employees and carers.
RecruitAbility
RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability
Eligibility
Employment with DHA is conditional on successful applicants demonstrating that they are an Australian citizen and can obtain and maintain a security clearance at the required level.
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