inhousing is seeking an experienced and values led Community Housing Assets Manager to lead the management, maintenance and performance of our property portfolio. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to safe, accessible and sustainable housing for people with disability, while leading a capable team and shaping long-term asset outcomes.

This is a newly created role, which we are initially offering as a 12 month contract, but we envision this being an ongoing position for the right candidate.

Who are we?

inhousing is an creative social landlord focused on the needs of individuals with disability.

We are experts in the design and construction of modern fully accessible homes. What makes our homes great is that we believe that community connection and our client's lifestyle preferences are as important as having a home that meets their individual needs.

About the role

Reporting to the Strategy Leader, Inclusive Housing and Technology, the Community Housing Assets Manager will provide strategic and operational leadership across construction, capital works, asset renewal, maintenance, contractor management and compliance. The role oversees the delivery of asset programs, manages budgets and procurement activities, and provides high-quality advice and reporting to Senior Leaders and the Board.

This role will lead an established and experienced team that deliver new build construction projects, planed and urgent maintenance services, property renewals, and handyperson services.

Key responsibilities

- Lead, coach and support the Asset team to deliver high-quality, customer-focused services.

- Develop and implement asset strategies, maintenance programs, capital works plans and long-term investment priorities.

- Oversee construction, refurbishment and renewal projects from feasibility through to handover.

- Manage property maintenance,



compliance obligations, asset risk and contractor performance.

- Lead procurement, tendering, contract management and preferred contractor arrangements.

- Prepare asset performance, financial and governance reports for Senior Leaders, committees and the Board.

- Identify opportunities for improved asset utilisation, sustainability, portfolio performance and business growth.

About you

You will be a confident leader with strong asset, construction or property management experience and a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for people with disability. You will bring sound judgement, commercial acumen, strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to deliver complex programs in a values-led environment.

Essential requirements

- Demonstrated experience leading construction, maintenance or asset management teams.

- Experience managing residential construction, capital works and maintenance programs across a property portfolio.

- Strong knowledge of procurement, contract management, contractor performance and asset lifecycle management.

- Experience developing and managing operational and capital budgets.

- Knowledge of residential building legislation, WHS requirements and Australian Standards.

- Experience preparing reports for Senior Management and Boards.

- Current driver’s licence and current NDIS Worker Screening Check, or ability to obtain prior to commencement.

Why join us?

- Contribute to safe,



accessible and sustainable housing outcomes for people with disability.

- Lead meaningful asset, maintenance and construction programs with visible community impact.

- As a registered not for profit organisation, we offer full salary sacrifice benefits to our employees.

- A genuine commitment to work / life balance for our employees.

- We offer meaningful work with a sense of purpose – this is more than 'just a job'.

- Varied work – you won't be bored.

- Supportive and friendly organisational and team culture with shared values of social justice.

- Be part of a passionate team.

- Access some flexibility with working from home arrangements.

inhousing values diversity. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, abilities and identities, including people with disability and First Nations people.

We offer an inclusive culture and flexible work arrangements so that all staff feel safe, valued and supported to achieve their best. For example, we have flexible work hours, we allow staff to work partly from home, and we provide accessible office equipment. We encourage requests for reasonable adjustments.

We are committed to providing an accessible recruitment process for all. We invite any queries or requests to ensure the recruitment process is barrier-free.

How to apply To apply, please submit your current resume and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role. Applications should address your relevant leadership experience, asset management capability, project delivery experience and commitment to improving outcomes for people with disability.

Applications close Monday 7 September 2026.

Please note we may begin interviewing before applications close, and if a suitable candidate is found in that process, we may close applications early.

📌 Community Housing Assets Manager (Unley)
🏢 inhousing
📍 Unley