Housing Officer - Canberra
Join St Vincent de Paul Society Housing Australia (SVdPSHA)
(formerly Amélie Housing)

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of people and communities? Join a growing Tier 1 Community Housing Provider with a diverse, supportive, and inclusive culture.

📍 Location: Canberra
⏰ Hours: Permanent, full-time (38 hours per week)
💰 Benefits: Not-for-profit salary packaging, enjoy tax-free benefits that boost your take-home pay

About Us

St Vincent de Paul Society Housing Australia (SVdPSHA), formerly known as Amélie Housing, is a national Tier 1 Registered Community Housing Provider and a designated Special Work of the St Vincent de Paul Society.

We provide secure, affordable rental housing and work to create socially inclusive neighbourhoods where people can thrive.

About the Role

Reporting to the State Manager, the Housing Officer is responsible for delivering high-quality tenancy and property management services while ensuring exceptional customer service to tenants and applicants.

Key Responsibilities

Manage tenancy processes including sign-ups, allocations, transfers, vacant/void properties, and anti-social behaviour

Conduct six-monthly rent reviews, manage arrears, and take remedial action to minimise losses

Carry out regular property and asset inspections

Maintain accurate records and databases, reporting potential issues and hazards in line with procedures

What You’ll Bring

Qualifications and/or training in housing or a related field

Strong understanding of, and sensitivity to, the needs of social housing tenants and applicants

Knowledge of relevant legislation including the Residential Tenancies Act (1997) ACT and Housing Assistance Act (2007)

Experience in housing management or service delivery within community services, particularly in areas such as mental health, domestic and family violence, or drug and alcohol support

Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and manage a demanding workload

Excellent time management, organisational, and communication skills

A commitment to the values of SVdPSHA and the St Vincent de Paul Society

A current driver’s licence

Why Join Us?

At SVdPSHA, you’ll be part of an organisation dedicated to making a real difference in people’s lives. You’ll have the opportunity to work in a values-driven, supportive team with access to generous salary packaging benefits.

How to Apply

If this sounds like you, don’t wait, we are interviewing suitable candidates as applications are received and will move quickly to fill this role.

Please submit your resume and a cover letter addressing the key requirements to: [email protected]
Quote reference: Housing Officer ACT, SVdPSHA

For further information, please contact the State Manager at the above email.