Senior Property Manager
Location: Box Hill, Victoria Salary: SCHADS Level 6 + Super + Salary Packaging Work Type: Full Time, Permanent
Shape the Future of Affordable Housing in Victoria
Public Sector People are proud to be partnering with St George Community Housing (SGCH), one of Australia's largest and most respected community housing providers, to appoint a Senior Property Manager in their growing Victorian operations.
With a portfolio of over 100 affordable housing units in Box Hill, this standalone role presents a unique opportunity for an experienced property professional who is passionate about social and affordable housing, thrives on autonomy, and wants to make a tangible difference to people's lives and communities.
About the Role
Reporting to the Head of Service Outcomes and Improvement, the Senior Property Manager will lead the high-quality management of SGCH's Victorian portfolio. This includes:
- Delivering end-to-end management of SGCH's Box Hill project - applications, allocations, assessments, leasing, support plans, rent reviews, arrears management, tenancy sustainment and compliance.
- Oversee day-to-day property and tenancy operations including repairs, maintenance, and contractor engagement.
- Representing SGCH at VCAT and Rental Dispute Resolution Victoria (RDRV).
- Ensuring compliance with the Residential Tenancies Act 1997 (Vic), fire safety requirements, and other regulatory obligations.
- Driving community engagement initiatives and marketing activities to attract and retain residents.
- Building strong relationships with contractors, owners' corporations, building managers, and local support services.
- Acting as a key SGCH representative in Victoria's housing system, championing renter outcomes and service excellence.
About You
You are a motivated and customer-focused property professional who thrives in environments where you can work independently while building strong networks. You combine technical knowledge of tenancy and asset management with a collaborative and values-driven approach.
You will have:
- Proven background in tenancy and/or property management, ideally within community housing, affordable housing, or real estate.
- Tertiary qualifications in property, asset management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Current Victorian Estate Agent's Licence (or interstate equivalent via mutual recognition).
- Strong knowledge of the Residential Tenancies Act 1997 (Vic), with proven VCAT experience.
- Demonstrated ability to manage end-to-end tenancy and property management functions.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to influence and sustain strong partnerships.
- Community engagement skills and the ability to develop support pathways for vulnerable renters.
- Confident decision-making skills and the ability to represent SGCH as the lead contact in Victoria.
- A current Victorian driver's licence and willingness to work occasional Saturdays.
What's On Offer
- A competitive SCHADS Level 6 package, with salary packaging benefits to enhance take-home pay.
- Play a pivotal role in a flagship Victorian project and represent SGCH as they continue their significant growth journey.
- A role with autonomy and visibility - leading SGCH's presence in Victoria.
- A collaborative, purpose-driven organisation guided by its ETHIC values: Empowerment, Trust, Honesty, Inclusion and Creativity.
- Access Health and Wellbeing programs including Employee Assistance Program- free confidential support for your family
- Paid Parental leave and other bonus leave benefits
How to Apply
For a confidential discussion and to obtain a copy of the detailed Position Description, please contact Ebonnie Goss at Public Sector People on 0412 951 548 or email egoss@publicsectorpeople.com.au.
Applications must be submitted online. Recruitment activity will commence prior to the closing date.
SGCH is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities, including First Nations people.
