Place Manager, Supporting Housing (TEMP)

swaggie; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 43,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Unison, a not-for-profit housing organisation, is seeking a Place Manager on a 2-month temporary assignment in Melbourne. You will oversee a portfolio of supportive housing properties, balancing tenancy outcomes with property management.

You will work with renters, case managers and community partners to maintain safe housing and strong connections while ensuring compliance, record-keeping and timely lettings. This role supports meaningful social impact.

Qualifications

• Experience in housing, property management or related field.
• Knowledge of tenancy and property management practices.
• Experience working with people who may have complex needs.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of supportive housing properties in line with legislation and organisational policies.
• Build positive relationships with renters and support successful tenancy outcomes.
• Manage rent, arrears, property inspections and maintenance requests.
• Coordinate tenancy sign-ups, vacancy management and property re-letting.
• Work collaboratively with case managers and external support providers.
• Maintain accurate tenancy records, reporting and documentation.
• Contribute to community engagement initiatives that strengthen connection and participation.

Skills

Property management

Tenant relations

Trauma-informed care

Collaboration

Job description

Place Manager, Supporting Housing (TEMP)

2 Month Temp Assignment from Late November to Early January

Join Unison and help create secure, sustainable housing while supporting people to build stronger connections within their communities.

Unison is a not-for-profit organisation committed to reducing disadvantage and social exclusion through affordable housing, support and community connection. Each year, Unison supports more than 3,500 people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness across Melbourne, Geelong and Werribee.

As a Place Manager, you'll oversee a portfolio of supportive housing properties, balancing effective tenancy and property management with a person-centred approach. Working closely with renters, support services and community partners, you'll help create safe, sustainable housing outcomes while maintaining high-quality property management practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of supportive housing properties in line with legislation and organisational policies.
• Build positive relationships with renters and support successful tenancy outcomes.
• Manage rent, arrears, property inspections and maintenance requests.
• Coordinate tenancy sign-ups, vacancy management and property re-letting.
• Work collaboratively with case managers and external support providers.
• Maintain accurate tenancy records, reporting and documentation.
• Contribute to community engagement initiatives that strengthen connection and participation.

About You

You will bring experience in housing, property management, community housing, social housing, homelessness services or a related field, along with:

• Knowledge of tenancy and property management practices.
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills.
• Experience working with people who may have complex needs.
• A collaborative, resilient and solutions-focused approach.
• Understanding of trauma-informed practice and respectful engagement.

Why Join Unison?

This is an opportunity to combine your housing and property expertise with meaningful social impact. You'll join a supportive and collaborative team committed to helping people maintain secure housing and build stronger communities.

Requirements

• Current Working With Children Check.
• Satisfactory Police Check.

If you're passionate about creating positive housing outcomes and want to make a genuine difference in people's lives, we'd love to hear from you.