Property Assistant

Number of Positions Available:

1
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- We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values, if you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role; we invite you to review our current vacancies.

- ABOUT US

- The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.
Salvation Army Housing Victoria (SAHV) run a range of tenancy programs which include long-term housing, transitional housing, crisis accommodation and rooming house properties. We also develop and build our own social and affordable housing, and work in partnerships with various developers and financiers around Australia to increase the overall stock of housing available for those in most need.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Are you looking to carve a career in Community Housing and Not-for-Profit industry? Our Salvos Housing Victoria team is expanding, a newly created role has become available for a driven, enthusiastic Property Assistant.

The role will be based at Belmont on a max term contract - 12 months, full-time basis.

Reporting to the Housing Coordinator, you will be responsible to provide full range of administrative tenancy and property management support to the Housing Worker (Property Manager).

Key Responsibilities:

- Provide general administrative support to the housing team in relation to day-to-day property and tenancy management.
- Coordinate, schedule and conduct property inspections including completing property condition reports, and inspection of vacant properties
- Track and monitor maintenance requests and repairs requests, follow up with trades, and ensure timely completion
- Handle data and documentation administration, including setting up client databases, preparing reports, and maintaining filing systems
- Compile information, prepare and update reports or other documents as required, such as lease agreement, Property Emergency Call Lists, Tenant Contact Lists, etc.

ABOUT YOU

Key Capabilities and requirements of the role:

- Relevant industry experience in real estate, community housing will be highly regarded.
- Knowledge of the Residential Tenancies act, Tribunal and professional standards in the industry is desirable, but gained in the work environment.
- Certificate IV in Administration or A current Real Estate Licence.
- A current full driver’s licence.
- Current Working With Children Check or willingness to obtain.

WHY WORK FOR US?

TSA offers an inclusive work culture and strong opportunities for career development. In return we also offer benefits such as;
- Eligible employees can access NFP salary packaging for living expenses ($15,900 tax free for rent, mortgage, school fees etc) plus meals and entertainment benefits ($2,650 tax free).
- Pool car vehicle available.
- Purchase leave, study leave, Paid parental leave.
- Salvos Rewards - Access to exclusive financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits.
- Novated car leasing, discounts on car hire and purchase.
- Salvos Wellness app and program, including access to Fitness Passport.
- Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service

HOW TO APPLY
- The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory National Police Check._
- We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration_