About Us and The Role
Home in Place envisions a future where everyone has access to safe, affordable housing within sustainable communities. Our mission is to provide homes, empower individuals, and support long-term tenancy stability. We integrate tenancy and property management with support services to help individuals maintain secure housing and enhance their social and economic well-being. Home in Place is a recognised Employer of Choice and we encourage and support workplace diversity.

This position is available on a full time, permanent basis and will be based at our Newcastle West Head Office to support properties in the Newcastle and Lake Macquarie LGAs.

We foster a culture of innovation and offer a range of benefits such as:

• Flexible working arrangements either 9-day fortnight or monthly RDO(based on hours worked)
• Salary packaging of $15,900 tax-free pay per fringe benefit year to increase your take home pay
• No after hours or weekend work
• Work vehicle provided with fuel card (for work use only)
• Paid Birthday leave
• Yearly training allowance and paid study leave
• Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
• Free, confidential counselling services via our EAP
• Annual flu prevention program

About You
The Technical Officer is responsible for managing and monitoring housing assets to ensure they are safe, reliable, and fit for purpose. This role ensures that all works, including maintenance, repairs, and refurbishment, are delivered to high standards of quality, safety, and value for money. The role will also provide technical advice on repairs, maintenance, and effective asset management while fostering strong relationships with stakeholders to maximise the efficiency and effectiveness of maintenance activities.

Essential Requirements:

• Trade qualifications in carpentry, building, plumbing or relevant field
• Current unrestricted driver's licence
• 5yrs + proven experience in asset or portfolio management, construction materials specification and management of works delivery
• Possess well developed communication skills
• A strong decision-making ability based on sound judgement, expertise and knowledge
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and management skills including the ability to effectively communicate with a range of stakeholders
  both verbally and written
• Sound knowledge of WH&S legislation, risk assessments & hazard identification
• Proven experience using a range of database and workflow management systems and experience using the Microsoft Office Suite
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team and provide a consistently high level of service

How to apply:
When applying, please ensure you address the key selection criteria as part of your application.

Confidential enquiries may be made by contacting our HR team on 02 4920 2600 or by emailing [email protected]

Please Note: Applications will be reviewed on receipt, and the role will be closed once suitable candidates are identified. We encourage interested applicants to apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out on this opportunity.

At Home in Place, we are committed to upholding our values of sustainability, empowerment and collaboration. Our hiring process focuses on merit, skills, and potential, ensuring that each candidate is evaluated fairly and objectively. We welcome applicants regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our goal is to create a workplace that not only respects but also celebrates the unique perspectives and talents of each individual.

Home in Place is committed to upholding the highest standards of child protection, including fostering a safe and secure environment for all children.

Please note, agency referrals will not be accepted for this role.