Novita nurtures ambition of every size and shape, for a career that grows with you, in a team that supports you.

Novita is South Australia's most established provider of therapy, assistive technology, community programs and community living services for people with disabilities and we're evolving every day.

Novita brings you the perks of structure along with the freedom to grow within an environment that's big, but personal. We equip you with the tools to thrive as the whole person you are, embracing whatever makes you tick, so you can reach your true potential. Our leaders remain by your side, respectful of your autonomy, because they care about you accomplishing your professional goals. And the sheer variety of Novita's offerings means opportunities to take your career where you want it to go.

Work at a place that supports you to achieve your best, so you can support others to achieve theirs.

Job Description

About the Role

The Senior Manager Facilities, Housing and Fleet provides strategic and operational leadership across Novita's property, facilities, housing and fleet portfolios. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring organisational assets are safe, compliant, financially sustainable and aligned to service delivery needs, while supporting future growth and development opportunities.

Key responsibilities include:

- Leading the strategic management and optimisation of Novita's facilities, housing and fleet portfolios
- Driving asset, property and fleet strategies that support organisational priorities, sustainability and service excellence
- Overseeing facilities maintenance, capital works, asset lifecycle planning and property lease management
- Managing the performance and growth of Novita Housing, including Disability Housing and Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA)
- Ensuring strong commercial performance across housing, facilities and fleet operations through effective financial planning and resource management




- Identifying and evaluating housing development, acquisition and portfolio enhancement opportunities
- Leading governance, risk and insurance activities across the asset portfolio, ensuring compliance with relevant legislative and regulatory requirements
- Building and maintaining strategic partnerships with housing providers, developers, government agencies and other key stakeholders
- Using data, insights and performance metrics to drive continuous improvement and informed decision-making
- Leading, developing and empowering a high-performing multidisciplinary team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement

Desired Skills and Experience

Experience, Qualifications & Expertise

We are seeking a strategic, people-focused leader with commercial nous and experience managing complex asset portfolios and driving operational excellence.

You will bring:

- Demonstrated leadership experience in facilities, property, housing, asset management, fleet management, or other asset-intensive environments
- Strong commercial and financial management skills, including budget management, forecasting, capital planning and performance optimisation
- Experience managing large-scale asset portfolios, maintenance programs, capital works projects and service contracts
- Demonstrated ability to develop and implement long-term asset, property or fleet strategies aligned to organisational objectives
- Strong understanding of governance, risk management, compliance and regulatory requirements




- Experience managing stakeholder relationships, contract negotiations and strategic partnerships with internal and external stakeholders
- Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage effectively with senior leaders, external partners and service providers
- Experience within disability services, Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA), social/community housing, health, aged care or other regulated environments will be highly regarded
- Tertiary qualifications in Business, Property Management, Engineering, Facilities Management or a related discipline are desirable

Why This Role Matters

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on how Novita delivers services to people living with disability. By leading the management and growth of our housing, facilities and fleet portfolios, you'll help ensure our customers have access to safe, sustainable and fit-for-purpose environments while supporting Novita's long-term growth and success.

Apply Now

For a copy of the Position Description, email Kendelle Newby on [email protected]

Applications close Sunday 6th September. Novita may close this advertisement if a suitable candidate is identified before the closing date.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may commence prior to the closing date. Novita may close this advertisement early if a suitable candidate is identified before the listed closing date.

Novita is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All suitably qualified applicants will receive equal and fair consideration for employment. Applicants with a disability and/or who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander are actively encouraged to apply.

Potentially successful candidates will be required to complete background checks prior to confirmation of employment.

Achieve your amazing at Novita.

📌 Senior Manager Facilities, Housing and Fleet (Adelaide)
🏢 Novita
📍 Adelaide