Specialist Accommodation & Disability Manager
BGIS, Community Housing and Property Services – Melbourne VIC
Specialist Accommodation & Disability Manager – South-East Melbourne
Location:South-East Metropolitan Melbourne, VIC
Company:BGIS, Community Housing and Property Services
Employment Type:Permanent Full-Time, Hybrid, Core Business Hours
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About BGIS
BGIS is a global leader in integrated facilities management, delivering innovative and sustainable solutions across property, infrastructure and essential services.
With significant growth continuing across Victoria, we are creating new opportunities to support a recently acquired client and an significant portfolio of residential properties across South-East Melbourne.
Purpose of the Role
BGIS is seeking aSpecialist Accommodation & Disability Managerto coordinate specialist accommodation, accessibility solutions and disability-related property modifications.
Reporting to the Account Director, you will work closely with residents, occupational therapists, support providers, subcontractors and operational teams to deliver safe, accessible and fit-for-purpose homes.
The ideal candidate will be empathetic, collaborative and organised, with experience coordinating property modifications, accessibility projects or related building works.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate specialist accommodation and accessibility modification programs
Provide guidance on accessibility and specialist accommodation requirements
Review and prioritise work orders, scopes and delivery timeframes
Work closely with residents, occupational therapists, carers and support providers
Coordinate supervisors,



subcontractors and other required resources
Monitor works and address risks, variations, access issues and delays
Support compliance with accessibility standards and contractual requirements
Maintain positive relationships with clients and community stakeholders
Support operational teams with planning and maintenance activities
Identify opportunities to improve accessibility and resident experiences
Education, Experience & Skills
Experience coordinating property modifications, accessibility projects or building works
Experience within residential construction, housing, facilities management or property services
Experience working with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities
An empathetic and resident-focused approach
Strong organisation, planning and communication skills
Experience preparing reports and maintaining detailed records
Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills
Qualification in Property, Building, Construction, Facilities Management, Allied Health, Disability Services or a related discipline, or equivalent experience
Current Australian Driver's Licence
Full working rights in Australia
Qualification in Disability Studies, Occupational Therapy, Community Services or Accessibility Design
Knowledge of Universal Design principles
Understanding of accessibility legislation and standards




Experience supporting community or social housing portfolios
Workplace Arrangements
This is a permanent full-time position based in South-East Metropolitan Melbourne and operating during core business hours.
A hybrid working arrangement is available, with attendance at residential properties, client locations and the regional office required to support residents and project delivery.
Why Join BGIS?
Join a newly established team delivering accessible property solutions that support residents, families and local communities.
Key Advantages Include:
Hybrid working arrangement
Meaningful work supporting accessible and fit-for-purpose homes
Career development opportunities within a global organisation
A supportive and inclusive team environment
Spot recognition vouchers and a $2,000 employee referral bonus
Access to Flare discounts across retailers, energy providers, utilities and more
Fitness Passport access for you and your family
Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing initiatives
Two paid volunteer days each year
Career opportunities through secondments and internal mobility
Endorsed by WORK180 as an employer of choice for women
Recognised as a Top 101 Workplace for Women in **** by WORK180
As a global leader in facilities management, asset management, project delivery and workplace solutions, BGIS manages over 50,000 client locations worldwide and employs more than 10,000 people globally.
BGIS is an equal opportunity employer.
We strongly encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disability and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
Applicants must have full working rights in Australia.
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📌 Specialist Accommodation & Disability Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 BGIS, Community Housing and Property Services
📍 Melbourne