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Manager Staff Housing

Job Req ID

Home Affairs - 139058

 

Location

ACT 

 

Employment Type

Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time 

 

Classification

Executive Level 1 - $115,443.00 and $134,865.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

 

Contact Officer

Ellie Urquhart on 0417 830 113 or ellie.urquhart@homeaffairs.gov.au  

 

Office Arrangements

Flexible  - Flexible working arrangements can be negotiated in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement and the operational requirements of the role.
 

Applications close on 06/08/2025 at 11:59pm AEST (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

 

About our opportunity

 

This process is being used to fill 1 immediate position/s. 

Applicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy may be placed in a merit list or pool to fill similar vacancies for up to 18 months anywhere in ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA.
 

About our team

 

Chief Operating Officer | Procurement Property & Contracts | Property | Property Contracts

 

Manager Staff Housing sits within the Property Contracts team within Property Branch. The innovative and dynamic team is responsible for the effective management and delivery of key property services including:

 

  • Management, delivery and strategic alignment of the Department's onshore staff housing portfolio ensuring fit for purpose houses at regional locations are provided to the highest standard for posted Australian Border Force Officers.
  • Contract management, governance and advice in relation to the Department’s property services contract, under the Whole of Australian Government (WoAG) deed, held by the Department of Finance. Ensuring our residential and commercial premises, which are owned and leased, by the Department are well managed and maintained, in accordance with the contract. 
  • Management of procurement activities related to property and security related panels, which enable the correct provision of service providers to support the delivery of key property and security services, which are used by multiple Government entities.

 

Please visit our website for more information about the Department of Home Affairs or Australian Border Force.

 

Our ideal candidate

 

  • Operates under broad direction to develop and implement the Staff Housing Framework ensuring strategic alignment and continuous improvement to meet performance outcomes.
  • Is a strong leader with the ability to guide teams to deliver successful outcomes, aligning to strategic and operational requirements.
  • Engages well with others, has strong stakeholder management and governance skills and ability build rapport quickly.
  • Thinks innovatively, uses planning tools appropriately and prioritises to achieve desired outcomes.
  • Understands financial management practices, including operational and capital budget management and forward year planning, based on the departmental financial framework.
  • Ability to manage, resolve and provide advice regarding issues impacting the delivery of a project, using correct methods.  
  • Experience in managing small teams, creating a sense of purpose and working collaboratively to create a positive culture and desired outcomes of the Staff Housing Framework.
  • Ability to collaborate through key program networks including ABF officers, property service provider, senior executive and other commonwealth entities.

 

Duties and responsibilities

 

  • Develop and deliver the Staff Housing Framework including, strategy development, budget management and forward planning to optimise property requirements and meet operational needs.
  • Coordinate and manage a range of stakeholders to deliver the end to end governance arrangements to support the staff housing portfolio, with the intent to inform the current and future state requirements.
  • Financial planning and budget management to ensure the financial allocations of capital and operational spending is optimised based on the departmental funding allocation.
  • Continuous improvement and monitoring of relevant policies and procedural instructions, including internal guidelines of best practice to support the current and future staff housing portfolio.
  • Manage, resolve and provide advice regarding issues that impact delivery of the Staff Housing Framework using correct methods and escalating where required.
  • Deliver a standard national approach to ensure our properties, are safe, compliant and acceptable.

 

How to apply

 

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 06/08/2025 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEDT  – Late applications will not be accepted.

 

As part of your application you will be required to prepare and submit a one-page applicant response document in relation to the advertised role, outlining:

 

  • How your skills, knowledge, and experience will be relevant to this role
  • Why you are interested and what you can bring to the role
  • Any specific examples or achievements that demonstrate your ability to perform the role that are relevant to the job

 

Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number – 139058 in the document footer.

 

​​​​​​​Prior to preparing your response it is recommended you review the Work Level standards relevant to the classification you are applying to. It may also be useful to refer to the Integrated Leadership Systems information relevant to the classification.

 

Eligibility

 

To be eligible for the position you must be an Australian Citizen.

 

The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (AGSVA) security clearance, and:
 

  • ABF Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC).
  • Home Affairs Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Onboarding Check.
     

In certain circumstances, an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC) may be required in addition to, or in lieu of, an Onboarding Check, which will be determined by the delegate as necessary.  

 

Diversity and inclusion

 

The Department is committed to workforce diversity and applicants who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, come from a diverse cultural or linguistic background or have a disability are encouraged to apply.

 

RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability

 

Technical assistance

 

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Notes

 

The Department of Home Affairs offers an attractive remuneration package, including salary, superannuation benefits and flexible working conditions appropriate to the level of the position. The Australian Public Service (APS) Employee Value Proposition (EVP) highlights the top reasons our employees enjoy working in the APS.

 

The Department may provide relocation assistance to eligible APS employees required to relocate. The level of assistance will vary depending on the reason for relocating and your personal circumstances. For further information please enquire with the contact officer listed in the advertisement.

 

Information about employment and advice on how to apply for vacancies can be obtained from the Department’s website at https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/about-us/careers

 

Candidates should be aware that in roles where vaccination against COVID-19 is required by public health orders/directions or other legislation proof of vaccination will be required. If a candidate is not fully vaccinated or is unwilling to be vaccinated within a reasonable time period, they may not be offered that role.

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