Place Managers

About Unison

Unison is a for-purpose organisation that works to reduce disadvantage and social exclusion for over 3,500 people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness each year. We believe that housing is the foundation on which to build a life of value but that a good life takes more than just housing - a good life takes place in a community. We’re also committed to building a thriving community internally for the people that work with us. We’re proud to offer contemporary people programs and benefits in line with our values, and we’re certified as a Great Place to Work.

About the role

Our Place Managers oversee a portfolio of renters within a specific geographical patch and are the first point of call for everything relating to their Unison property, including their onboarding, rights and responsibilities, maintenance and inspection practices, and rent obligations.

We have multiple, full-time positions with a salary of approximately $92,000 per annum (plus super and leave loading). We have positions based in Fitzroy, Melbourne and Geelong with frequent travel to visit your renters.

What we're looking for

You’ll be empathetic, resilient and highly skilled in building strong relationships with your renters and responding to challenges when working with vulnerable people and in complex situations.

Knowledge and practice within social housing, residential tenancy or social work sectors will assist you to hit the ground running in this role.

Why join us

At Unison, we believe in rewarding your dedication with benefits that truly make a difference. You’ll enjoy access to:

• Rostered days off to recharge

• Salary packaging of up to $15,900 tax-free to increase your take home pay

• Five weeks of annual leave with 17.5% leave loading

• 18 days of personal leave

• Up to 22 weeks of gender-free paid parental leave

• Access to comprehensive wellbeing and professional development programs

Apply Now

We’d love to hear from you. You can view the position description at unison.org.au/about-us/careers or apply now by emailing your cover letter addressing the top 5 KSC and resume to [email protected], we’ll be reviewing applications as they come in so don’t hold off.

We encourage people who are from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse, the LGBTIQ+ communities and those living with a disability to apply or contact our People Team on [email protected] for more information about our supported recruitment pathways.