About AHL

AHL is a not-for-profit Commonwealth company dedicated to providing culturally safe and affordable accommodation for First Nations people who need to be away from home to access services and economic opportunities. AHL’s vision is to improve the quality of life and economic opportunities for First Nations people. – since 1973, AHL has been committed to improving the quality of life and economic opportunities for First Nations people through a national network of over 40 hostels across Australia.

This is an Affirmative Measures vacancy which means that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants only.

About the role

As a Roving Hostel Manager, you’ll take on a broader leadership role, overseeing all aspects of hostel operations while building strong relationships with local stakeholders to support First Nations residents during their stay.

In addition to ensuring high standards in service delivery, safety, and cleanliness, you’ll be responsible for team leadership, performance development, and continuous improvement. Your role will be to ensure hostel occupancy is high and service to residents is exceptional.

You will be a hands-on manager, working closely with the hostel teams to provide three meals a day and ensuring the facility is clean, safe and welcoming.

You will ensure compliance with AHL policies and operational guidelines, regularly report to the Operations Management Team, and liaise with AHL’s National Office as required. This role requires a proactive manager with robust organisational and people skills, a commitment to excellence, and a passion for delivering services that make a positive impact.





The Roving Hostel Manager will work across our four multi-purpose locations in Leichardt, Tamworth, Newcastle, NSW and Melbourne, VIC. Accommodation and meals will be provided on site.

Why join us

You will join a team that encourages collaboration to achieve outcomes, problem solving, continuous improvement and requires a high level of integrity. We promote a supportive working environment, with a strong commitment to qualified growth, inclusion, and public service values.

What are we looking for

We are looking for people who are:

- passionate about supporting First Nations communities;
- value respect and cultural safety;
- team players and strong communicators;
- reliable and take pride in practical work;
- sound computer literacy skills and the ability to learn systems quickly;
- able to follow policies, procedures and instructions; and
- willing to contribute to a welcoming, clean and comfortable environment for residents.

If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply by visiting the AHL website Work with us | Aboriginal

Under section 22(8) of the Public Service Act 1999, employees must be Australian citizens to be employed in the APS unless the Agency Head has agreed otherwise, in writing.



At AHL to be eligible for this position you should be an Australian Citizen at the closing date of application, unless exceptional circumstances apply.

The successful candidate will be assessed through our pre-employment screening checks, such as an Australian Criminal History Check, and will normally be subject to a six-month probation period if new to the APS or has not yet completed their probation period elsewhere in the APS.

Prior to engagement the successful applicants will be required to:

- provide an Australian Citizenship document (e.g. birth certificate or passport);
- undergo a satisfactory National Criminal History Check;
- hold and maintain a working with children check in NSW, VIC; and
- meet the fitness for duty requirements.

This is an Affirmative Measure vacancy which means that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants only. The filling of this vacancy is intended to constitute an affirmative measure under Section 26 of the Australian Public Service Commissioner's Directions 2016. Affirmative measure for recruiting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians: A guide for applicants | Australian Public Service Commission To be eligible for Affirmative Measure employment with AHL, applicants must:

- be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent;
- identify as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person; and
- be accepted by their community as being an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.

Visit the AHL website for details on how to apply. Work with us | Aboriginal Hostels Limited

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