Are you looking for a role where your property development skills directly support people with disabilities to live more independently?
Join Access 2 Place Housing (A2P) - a progressive, tenant-focused, not for profit community housing provider and one of Australia's largest registered providers of NDIS Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA).
We're expanding and seeking a Development Coordinator to help manage existing and new projects for people with high needs disability.
Why You'll Love Working With Us
Meaningful work –
Every day you'll help create housing pathways that empower people with disability to live with choice, independence and dignity.
A supportive, collaborative team –
Join a positive workplace culture where people genuinely enjoy working together and celebrate each other's success.
Recognition that matters –
We value and recognise the contributions of our people through a range of reward and recognition initiatives.
Flexible working arrangements –
We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer flexibility to support our people.
Career development –
Ongoing learning, mentoring and career development opportunities to help you grow.
Salary packaging and competitive remuneration –
Maximise your take-home pay while working for a purpose-driven organisation.
Be part of our growth –
Play a key role in delivering new Specialist Disability Accommodation developments and shaping the future of disability housing across South Australia.
About the Role
In this hands on role, you will be responsible for coordinating existing and new build projects from initial scope to handover and defects period that provides fit for purpose tenanted housing to people with high needs disability.




The role is also responsible for identifying suitable housing development opportunities and undertaking feasibility studies to determine financial, environmental, and social sustainability.
Key responsibilities include:
Identifying potential properties according to the needs of potential clients.
Coordinating the preconstruction process including but not limited to demolitions, subdivision, development applications/approvals and permits.
Working with family/guardian to finalise appropriate designs and locations.
Formulating the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and the final agreement between A2P and the tenant.
Arranging all after build A2P responsibilities, additional works (fencing, landscaping, clotheslines, letterboxes, blinds, services, insurance etc).
Liaising with the SDA and managing the process for final accreditation.
Developing concept plans alongside consultants/designers and present to the Property Committee and Board.
Coordinating the building tender process.
Coordinating the entire building process with selected builder.
Conducting final inspection of properties and working with the builder to complete defects list, signing off on 90 day building defect fixes.
Conducting monthly inspections and/or progress claim checks on properties.
Arranging market rent/property valuations with external bodies.
What We Are Looking For
We're looking for a detailed-oriented,



organised individual who excels with communication and negotiating with a range of key stakeholders.
You'll thrive in this role if you have:
Excellent communication and negotiating skills and experience in liaising with consultants and stakeholders
Project management experience
Excellent written communication and reporting skills.
Expertise in the use of Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel.
Experience contributing to budget development and asset management processes.
High level of personal motivation and initiative.
Highly organised with the ability to work under pressure, manage priorities and meet strict deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
A capacity to work with members of the A2P our team, clients, staff and volunteers with warmth and empathy to project our values of A2P in all that they do.
Previous experience in property development beneficial.
Desirable
Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) knowledge or experience
A trade background or relevant construction industry experience
Experience working in the disability and/or community housing sector.
Knowledge and understanding of the NDIS.
Relevant tertiary qualifications are highly regarded.
How to Apply
Send your resume and a brief cover letter (maximum 2 pages) telling us how your skills and experience align with this opportunity and our purpose.
Applications will be reviewed as received, so apply early for best consideration.
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and warmly welcome applications from people with disability, First Nations people, culturally diverse communities and those returning to the workforce.
If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let us know.

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