Introduction:
Who are we?
Building a better future for our Communities.
Argyle Housing is a community-managed, not-for-profit, housing organisation. Our main objective is to provide and manage secure, sustainable housing for people on low to moderate incomes who would otherwise struggle to find accommodation and for disadvantaged people who need support in order to maintain independent living. As a community housing service provider we are responsive to local needs and are committed to building sustainable communities in areas of need. Housing services include tenancy management and maintenance.
We are committed to assisting our clients and their communities to achieve a better future.
We have a portfolio of over 2,700 properties and offices in Campbelltown, Bowral, Young, Yass, Goulburn, Griffith, Wagga Wagga, Queanbeyan and Canberra.
Description:
The objective of the Maintenance Officer is to manage a portfolio of properties managed by Argyle. This will involve consultation with internal and external stakeholders including Tenancy Officers, Government and approved contractors and suppliers. The Maintenance Officer will work as part of a local team and assist in the delivery of small maintenance jobs and provide the guidance and support for planned maintenance on the organisations assets.
Skills and Experiences:
* A relevant building or trade qualification.
* Experience in the planning and delivery of maintenance works and capital upgrades to agreed scope, time and budget is essential.
* Experience in evaluating, engaging and managing contractors and suppliers for maintenance works and upgrade activities is essential.
* Thorough understanding of responsive and planned maintenance as it applies across a residential property portfolio.
* Good organisation skills with an ability to work to strict deadlines and well under pressure.
* Competency with Microsoft programs, particularly excel and word, and property management databases.
* Well-developed problem solving and influencing skills including ability to recommend strategies for resolution/service improvement.
* Knowledge of social housing policies and procedures
* Demonstrate collaborative, cohesive interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and written.
* Ability to engage with team members at all levels of the organisation.
* Ability to exercise sound judgement.
* Sound understanding of social and community issues impacting on social and affordable housing clients
* Sensitivity and understanding of cultural and socio- economic characteristics
* Sound understanding of social and community housing or community services industry (desirable)
* Current/Valid White Card.
* Current Australian driver’s licence.
* Ability to work well in a team and autonomously.