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Residential life manager

Canberra
UniLodge
Posted: 16 May
Offer description

Join us as Residential Life Manager – empower our student community with programs that nurture wellbeing, connection, and growth.

Overview

At UniLodge Living Group, we are a leading provider of student accommodation in Australia and New Zealand. We create places where students feel supported and at home across our portfolio of nearly 130 properties and hotels. We are looking for people who bring fresh perspectives and a passion for making a difference.

About the Role

As our Residential Life Manager, you will lead wellbeing initiatives, mentor Residential Advisors, and bring our community to life through meaningful programs and events at the UniLodge @ UC portfolio. You will create a welcoming, inclusive environment where residents feel connected and cared for.

Responsibilities

* Plan, run, and improve programs and events that support student wellbeing, engagement, and success.
* Recruit, train, and support Resident Advisors (RAs), helping them build strong relationships and maintain community standards.
* Look after residents' wellbeing by providing guidance, making referrals, and working with university and local support services.
* Create a welcoming and inclusive community where residents feel safe, respected, and connected.
* Work closely with university teams, contractors, and internal staff to ensure smooth operations and excellent community experiences.

About You

We are seeking a people‐first leader who thrives in a dynamic, community‐focused environment. With strong emotional intelligence and communication skills, you're passionate about supporting student wellbeing and creating a positive resident experience.

* Proven experience leading and developing teams, with the ability to motivate and inspire.
* Demonstrated experience in a similar role, with a solid understanding of wellbeing, empathy, and mental health.
* Strong organisational and time‐management skills, managing competing priorities across busy periods such as O‐Week, exams, and intakes.
* Unrestricted working rights in Australia.
* National Police Check + WWVP card.

Benefits

Life at UniLodge Living Group: We offer a refined and inclusive culture, a genuine voice at the table, a connected community, exclusive travel privileges, and rewarding referral recognition up to $1,000.

Are you ready to inspire and support a vibrant, one‐of‐a‐kind student community?

Apply now with your resume and cover letter.

UniLodge Living Group is committed to providing a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace. As part of our recruitment process, candidates are required to declare any history of involvement in gender‐based violence, in line with our commitment to integrity, accountability, and the National Higher Education Code.

UniLodge Australia is part of the UniLodge Living Group. We are proud to be an equal‐opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse backgrounds.

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