Housing Maintenance Manager

1 week ago


Greater Adelaide SA, Australia UnitingSA Full time

**About us**:
UnitingSA, established in 1919, upholds values of respect, compassion, and justice. UnitingSA now helps more than 12,000 people per year within our aged care, community, disability, mental health, child development and employment programs.

**About you**:
**Key Responsibilities**
- Lead, supervise, and support staff to achieve objectives.
- Ensure day-to-day service delivery aligns with organisational goals and industry standards.
- Engage with stakeholders to enhance tenant wellbeing and satisfaction.
- Maintain high levels of tenant satisfaction with maintenance services.
- Foster a positive workplace culture.
- Provide timely and responsive maintenance services to tenants.
- Ensure reliable after-hours maintenance support.
- Plan and conduct Building Condition inspections and reports.
- Ensure compliance with Housing Standards and building codes.
- Offer guidance to the Housing team on maintenance issues.

**Skills & Experience**:

- Possess a Trade/Building qualification or relevant discipline, or equivalent experience in a similar role.
- Hold a valid DHS Working with Children Check, NDIS Worker Screening Check, and National Police Clearance.
- Demonstrate extensive experience in building maintenance or a related field.
- Show proficiency in managing building maintenance work, particularly in Community Housing Provider settings.
- Communicate effectively with diverse individuals and groups.
- Negotiate effectively with clients, contractors, and suppliers.
- Lead teams and effectively manage performance.
- Familiarity with the Retirement Villages Act 2016 and related regulations (desirable).
- Knowledgeable about landlord maintenance responsibilities under the Residential Tenancies Act and agreements with the SA Government.

In return, you will work in a compassionate, respectful and just community in which all people participate and flourish.

**What we offer**:

- Unlock up to $15,900 in tax-free earnings with salary packaging, boosting your take-home pay
- Treat yourself to an extra $2,650 tax-free each year with our Meal and Entertainment Card
- Tools of trade vehicle provided, including commuting and overnight home garaging
- Enhance your job perks with novated leasing, offering tax savings and financial flexibility
- 5% Annual Leave Loading
- Paid parental leave
- Strong commitment to personal and professional development
- Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
- Additional perks including discounted health insurance

For a confidential discussion, please contact Garry Spurling, Senior Manager Property & Facilities on 0414 358 581.



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