Assets Team Leader - Social Housing & Maintenance

MA MISSION AUSTRALIA; Darwin; On-site; AUD 93,000 - 113,000; Full time

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Job summary

Mission Australia Housing in Darwin is seeking a Team Leader Assets to lead maintenance, performance and long-term sustainability of a diverse social and affordable housing portfolio across Darwin. You will inspire a high-performing team, manage contractors and asset programs, driving safe, quality homes that make a real difference in people’s lives.

Ready to combine leadership and asset management expertise with purpose-driven work?

Qualifications

• Strong background in asset management, property maintenance, construction, facilities, or housing—preferably within the social and affordable sector.
• Ability to coordinate maintenance programs and ensure properties are safe, compliant and well maintained.
• Demonstrated experience working and collaborating effectively with key stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, guidance and support to the Asset team.
• Oversee responsive, planned and cyclical maintenance programs to ensure properties are safe, compliant and well maintained.
• Manage contractor performance, budgets and service delivery to achieve quality, cost-effective maintenance outcomes.
• Develop and implement long-term asset management plans that support the sustainability and performance of the housing portfolio.
• Monitor asset performance, compliance requirements and KPIs, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Prepare and analyse asset management reports, budgets, forecasts and property data to support informed decision-making.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with tenants, government agencies, contractors and internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate across Housing, Assets and Community Development teams to deliver integrated services and positive outcomes for tenants and communities.

Skills

Asset management

Team leadership

Budgeting

Contractor management

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Mission Australia Housing in Darwin is seeking a Team Leader Assets to lead maintenance, performance and long-term sustainability of a diverse social and affordable housing portfolio across Darwin. You will inspire a high-performing team, manage contractors and asset programs, driving safe, quality homes that make a real difference in people’s lives.

Ready to combine leadership and asset management expertise with purpose-driven work?