Lead end-to-end delivery of minor works programs, including planned maintenance, inspections, scoping, contractor coordination and quality assurance across community housing assets. Strengthen planning and performance through budget oversight, compliance management, contractor performance and continuous improvement of systems and processes. Increase take home pay with salary packaging savings on health insurance, gym, pharmacy, vehicles. So many lives. So many ways. One you. At Believe Housing Australia (part of the AnglicareSA family), our mission is rooted in the belief that everyone deserves a safe, affordable and secure place to call home. Here, your work goes beyond bricks and mortar. You'll join a passionate crew committed to addressing one of the most pressing challenges of our time: housing insecurity. Our work is complex and the challenges we face are significant, but the rewards are unparalleled. Every day, you’ll help us find innovative solutions that make a lasting impact. You’ll help people find not just a house, but a place they can truly call home. Join us at Believe Housing Australia and help create brighter futures, together. What you’ll do As Manager, Minor Works, you’ll lead the delivery of small to medium-scale property works that enhance the condition, safety and functionality of community housing homes. You’ll oversee planned maintenance and the full minor works process, from inspections, scoping and cost estimates through to contractor coordination, quality assurance, defect management and final documentation. Whether supporting timely vacancy completion, coordinating modifications or addressing property risks, you’ll minimise disruption while keeping tenants informed. You’ll lead and support your team to deliver respectful, compliant, tenant-centred services, while strengthening systems, documentation and planning to guide decisions on budgets, assets, risks and future works. You’ll be trusted to make a valuable impact by: Developing minor works processes and managing the 10-year rolling maintenance plan. Leading vacancy completion, property inspections and planned upgrade programs across the portfolio. Managing contractor performance, procurement documentation, tenant-safe practices and quality standards. Scoping minor works, preparing cost estimates and assessing feasibility within funding requirements. Managing WHS, risk assessments, building standards and audit-ready compliance records. Preparing reports, updating asset registers and documenting learnings to improve future delivery. What you’ll bring To thrive in this role, you will have: A relevant trade or project management qualification, and/or a building/construction background. Experience in residential maintenance, community housing, social housing or similar property services. Ability to manage budgets, monitor expenditure and make decisions that support value-for-money outcomes. Knowledge of WHS, building codes, housing regulations, property standards and risk management. Strong leadership, contractor management and stakeholder engagement skills. We would also love you to have: Experience managing vacancy turnarounds, upgrades, refurbishments or property modification programs. Knowledge of asset lifecycle planning, rolling maintenance plans or planned works programs. Experience working with vulnerable tenants, support services, NDIS providers or local councils. Property and/or building management qualifications Why Believe Housing Australia? Your contribution here matters. We want you to see your impact every day, and we want you to feel valued for it. Here’s what you can expect in your career at Believe Housing Australia: ● So many lives, right here in SA: Our ripple effect starts with you. Whatever your role, you’ll help find a way forward for the communities you live in and care about. That’s something to be proud of. ● So many ways, for our clients and you: We support those in need in so many ways. For you, that means real opportunity to gain new knowledge and experiences and to explore the many pathways a career in our sector can take. ● So much compassion, and a place to belong: At Believe Housing Australia, you’ll never feel alone. You’ll lean on and learn from genuine people driven to do good, and you’ll build relationships that last a lifetime. More to enjoy: ● Make your pay go further with salary packaging options, including novated leasing, plus savings on health insurance, motor vehicles, opticians, pharmacy and gym memberships ● Find a better balance with flexible work options, including working from home, part-time work, compressed working weeks and flexible working hours for some roles ● Grow your skills and career with learning programs, professional development pathways, and education assistance ● Live and work well with our employee wellbeing program, confidential employee assistance program, chaplaincy services, domestic and family violence support, and more ● Put your family first with paid parental leave (including superannuation), personal leave to care for family members and additional unpaid leave for caring responsibilities Our impact starts with you Join Believe Housing Australia, and help us change lives and communities. To apply, simply click the “Apply” button and submit your application by 9.00am on Friday 15th May 2026 (direct applications only, no agencies please). Please note: Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as interviews and appointments may occur prior to the closing date. For more information, please contact Recruitment Business Partner, Claire Doran, at claire.doran@anglicaresa.com.au. Please note we do not accept applications via email. At Believe Housing Australia, we proudly and gratefully bring together a team that is truly diverse - from lived experiences, to skills and knowledge, to perspectives and personality. We value the benefits this brings to the people who work with us and the communities we serve, and we strive to create a place where everyone - regardless of background and ability - feels they belong. If you require any accommodations to fully participate in our recruitment process, we welcome you to let us know. We are committed to the employment of First Nations people. Please visit our website for details on our Aboriginal Services and to access our Reconciliation Action Plan. We are committed to a secure and transparent recruitment process that prioritises the safety of all applicants. We will never request payment, bank account details, or personal identification documents during the early stages of recruitment. Proof of identity may be requested later as part of standard pre-employment checks. To verify the legitimacy of this job advertisement, please refer to our official website or contact our recruitment team directly. Video
