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July 2025

Tenancy Site Coordinator

By | Available Positions
  • Permanent part-time position (0.7FTE/ 26.6 hours per week)
  • Based in the CBD
  • 5 weeks’ paid annual leave and salary sacrifice options

About Us

Unity Housing Company Ltd (Unity) is one of the largest and most innovative not-for-profit providers of affordable and social housing in South Australia. Our primary aim is to provide affordable, safe, and secure housing for people, whilst supporting independence and connection to their communities. The Globe is a 14-storey student accommodation building in Adelaide’s East End, close to major universities and amenities. It comprises 78 fully furnished two-bedroom apartments, 42 owned by Unity Housing, with modern features and secure access.

Why work with Unity?

At Unity, our people are at the core of everything we do. Benefits of working with Unity include five-weeks’ annual leave per annum, leave loading, salary packaging arrangements, flexible working arrangements, a wellbeing program, access to the organisation Employee Assistance Program and so much more!

About the Role

We are seeking a Tenancy Site Coordinator at The Globe to join our Housing Operations Team on a permanent part-time basis (26.6 hours/week, 0.7 FTE). You will provide on-site tenancy and property coordination to ensure a safe, supportive, and well-managed environment for residents. Key responsibilities include:

  • Managing leases, rent, and tenant reviews;
  • Handling enquiries and applications from prospective tenants;
  • Supporting and engaging with residents;
  • Delivering front-line telephone and counter services;
  • Coordinating site caretaking, maintenance, and safety; and
  • Performing general administration to maintain efficient operations.

This 0.7 FTE role (26.6 hours/week) has core hours of 9.30am to 3pm Monday to Friday (25 hours/week), with remaining hours worked flexibly as agreed with your manager.

About You

You bring strong administrative skills, especially across Microsoft products, and hold a valid Property Management Registration with experience in property management—ideally with site management experience. You learn quickly, work independently, and take a proactive approach to improving processes and tenant engagement. Approachable and service-minded, you enjoy supporting residents and managing your responsibilities autonomously. You are self-motivated, ready to step up and eager to take ownership of this important role within the team.

How to Apply

Has the above caught your interest? Hit the ‘apply’ button now, and include your CV and cover letter addressing the following selection criteria:

  1. Proven experience in the property management sector with current and practical understanding of the Residential Tenancies Act, SACAT and professional standards in the industry.
  2. High level of administration experience and advanced computer skills, including the use of data bases, web-based applications and Microsoft Suite, ideally gained in a housing or real estate environment.
  3. Ability to work efficiently and independently to meet work targets and deadlines with minimal supervision and be able to work in a collaborative and proactive manner with flexibility to support team and colleagues.
  4. Experience working with people with challenging behaviours and empathy for people with multiple and complex barriers to sustaining a successful tenancy.
  5. High level of interpersonal skills and ability to establish professional relationships with key agency stakeholders to facilitate collaborative effort for identified client need/support.
  6. Knowledge and practical understanding of Work Health and Safety requirements that relate to site management alongside complex tenants

A copy of the position description can be located here.

Email enquiries about this role can be directed to recruitment@unityhousing.org.au.

Please note that Unity will not be accepting recruitment agency submissions for this position.

Unity Housing is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander People to apply. We are dedicated to making our recruitment process accessible and can provide reasonable adjustments as needed. If you require any support or adjustments to participate in the process, please let us know.

Applications close: Wednesday 13 August 2025

Apply here

New Affordable Homes Open in Bordertown

By | Featured, News

Unity Housing officially opened two newly completed affordable rental homes in Bordertown on 23 July 2025, delivered in partnership with Tatiara District Council and the South Australian Housing Trust (the Trust).

This project provides high-quality, affordable housing for local workers and families on low to moderate incomes, supporting the continued growth and wellbeing of the Bordertown community.

The Tatiara District Council contributed the land for the development, the Trust provided financial support and Unity Housing funded the remainder of the construction costs. Local builder G.J. Gardner Homes was engaged to deliver the project, which is now complete and ready for new tenants. The homes will be rented at 75% of the market rate, ensuring long-term affordability for local households.

Unity Housing’s CEO, Matthew Woodward, said, “We are proud to be officially opening these new homes in Bordertown. This project demonstrates what can be achieved through strong partnerships with local and state governments and community housing providers. Together, we are helping to meet the growing demand for affordable housing and strengthening the social and economic fabric of regional communities.”

The properties are located on Seventh Street, Bordertown, just 1.5km from the town centre, schools and hospital, providing easy access to essential services.

With over 3,000 properties in its state-wide portfolio, Unity Housing currently manages approximately 380 social housing properties across the Limestone Coast and remains committed to expanding its housing portfolio to address the ongoing need for affordable housing in the region. Further developments are planned to support local communities well into the future.

Bordertown, located 250km southeast of Adelaide, is a vibrant regional centre with a population of more than 3,000 and a strong local economy.

This project is a testament to Unity Housing’s vision to deliver safe, affordable housing and to build strong partnerships that benefit South Australian communities.

Boarding House Tenancy Administrator

By | Available Positions
  • Permanent full-time position
  • Meaningful impact
  • 5 weeks’ paid annual leave and salary sacrifice options

About Us

Unity Housing Company Ltd (Unity) is one of the largest and most innovative not-for-profit providers of affordable and social housing in South Australia. Unity’s Boarding House Program provides a home each night to 117 of the most marginalised and disadvantaged people in the community. We offer accommodation at four locations in the CBD for vulnerable individuals who need affordable housing options and can live independently. The Terrace is staffed 24/7 with the three other sites managed in an outreach capacity.

Why work with Unity?

At Unity, you are not just stepping into a role—you are helping to create lasting impact in the lives of people who call our boarding houses home. Your work directly supports safe, stable, and long-term housing for those who need it most. We offer a range of benefits to support your wellbeing and work-life balance, including salary packaging, access to our Employee Assistance Program, free on-site parking, and a convenient CBD location.

About the Role

We are currently seeking a Tenancy Administrator to join our Boarding House Team on a permanent full-time basis. In this role, you will provide essential administrative and operational support to ensure the smooth day-to-day management of our Boarding House. Key responsibilities include:

  • Administering rental agreements, rent reviews and managing rent arrears
  • Managing tenancy documentation and processes
  • Supporting financial tasks such as payments and data entry
  • Coordinating facility maintenance and services
  • Management of our vacancy processes

This position forms part of an on-call roster and may require availability outside standard business hours to respond to urgent matters for which an allowance is paid.

About You

You are an organised, proactive administrator with experience in housing, tenancy management, or property administration. You are confident in managing tenancy documentation, coordinating maintenance, processing payments, and using IT systems. You work well with people with complex needs, have strong attention to detail, and troubleshoot issues effectively. You communicate well, handle difficult conversations with care, and bring flexibility to support the needs of a 24/7 site. You value both autonomy and collaboration in your work.

How to Apply

Has the above caught your interest? Hit the ‘apply’ button now, and include your CV and cover letter addressing the following selection criteria:

  • Demonstrated experience in office administration within a tenancy management environment.
  • Experience in dealing professionally and empathetically with people in a variety of potentially difficult situations and/or with a background of homelessness
  • Capacity to work harmoniously and co-operatively as a member of a team
  • Ability to work independently, exercise initiative and sound judgement
  • Strong computing skills, including experience and understanding of a range of computer system packages such as Excel, Word and Access
  • Proven ability to proactively manage rent arrears, and support tenants in addressing housing-related debt.

A copy of the position description can be located here.

Email enquiries about this role can be directed to recruitment@unityhousing.org.au.

Please note that Unity will not be accepting recruitment agency submissions for this position.

Unity Housing is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander People to apply. We are dedicated to making our recruitment process accessible and can provide reasonable adjustments as needed. If you require any support or adjustments to participate in the process, please let us know.

Applications close: COB Wednesday 6 August 2025

Apply here

$48M affordable housing hub revives beachside site

By | Featured, News

A former public housing site in Henley Beach has been transformed by Unity Housing into a $48 million mixed housing development, adding much-needed affordable and social rental accommodation to the popular beachside community.

Unity Housing CEO Matthew Woodward, Minister for Housing and Urban Development Nick Champion, Labor Candidate for Colton Aria Bolkus and Unity Housing Board Chair Leigh Garrett.

Officially opened today, 2 July 2025, the Henley Beach South Coast Project is a major milestone in Unity Housing’s commitment to delivering more social and affordable housing to low-income households increasingly priced out of the rental market in metropolitan Adelaide.

In partnership with the South Australian Housing Trust (SAHT), Unity Housing’s Henley Beach South Coast development has transformed the 0.9ha former public housing site into modern, sustainable apartments and townhouses on sought after Henley Beach Road.

The mixed housing development replaces 52 outdated public housing flats built in 1957 and has been designed to strengthen the local community through thoughtful design, strong partnerships, and genuine community engagement. It includes:

  • 22 two-and-three-bedroom affordable rental townhouses owned and operated by Unity Housing.
  • 5 two-bedroom social apartments owned and operated by Unity Housing.
  • 23 two-bedroom social rental apartments for people aged 55 and over owned by the SAHT and managed by Unity Housing.
  • 20 townhouses sold to market (phase one of the development).

Construction of the affordable townhouses and social apartments was completed in May, and they are expected to be fully tenanted by the end of July.

The all-electric site includes 700 solar panels installed across the development’s mixed housing, car chargers fitted in Unity Housing’s affordable townhouses and an open green community space and street landscaping. The 28 social housing apartments are built to meet Supported Disability Accommodation ‘Improved Liveability’ standards.

Designed by City Collective and built by Centina, the development secured funding from the Housing Australia Future Fund and National Housing Accord Facility (Round One) to support the delivery of 19 affordable townhouses and five of the social housing apartments.

Housing and Urban Development Minister Nick Champion said: “These outstanding new homes provide affordable rental accommodation in a prime Adelaide beach-side location, directly opposite a premier public high school. The Henley Beach South Coast project not only rejuvenates an outdated SA Housing Trust site, it creates affordable housing opportunities in sustainable townhouses and apartments in a vibrant beachside community.”

Unity Housing CEO Matthew Woodward said: “This is a landmark project that sets the new standard for affordable, inclusive and sustainable living in Henley Beach South. It delivers much-needed housing for low-income households, seniors, and the broader community. Our $48 million development is not just housing – it is also about strengthening the fabric of the community, reflecting the character and needs of the neighborhood and delivering high quality, affordable homes that foster connection, dignity, and opportunity.”

Centina Managing Director Paul Nardinocchi said: “Aligned with Centina’s vision to be known as a company that positively impacts communities, we are proud to partner with Unity Housing on the construction of this project. The townhouses and apartments provide much needed social and affordable housing to low income and ageing community members and are situated in an exceptional location only minutes to the beach and near amenities.”