Estate Manager

Permanent Full Time Opportunity!

Competitive Rates + Salary Packaging + Super

Merriwa, WA

Join the Retirement Living team at Cambrai Village Estate and support our residents as our newest Estate Manager.

Benefits to you:

- Competitive Rates - raafa continues to support our people with above award rates across our estates!
- Salary packaging – as a non-profit organisation, you can salary package up to $18,549!
- Free onsite parking – all sites have free onsite parking with plenty availability!
- Career & Development Paths –raafa offers various ongoing career development opportunities!
- Employee Assistance Program - access confidential counselling services for personal or work related issues!
- Employee Referral Program - earn bonuses for recommending friends!
- Long Service Recognition - be celebrated by the entire organisation at 5 year service milestones!
- raafa Rewards - discounted services including health insurance and gym membership!
- Corporate Zoo Membership - visit Perth Zoo for free!
- Aviation Heritage Museum - free entry for raafa staff!
- Supportive culture - be welcomed into an organisation who provide a supportive, friendly and positive culture within all of our staffing groups!

About the Role: raafa is seeking an experienced and community-focused Estate Manager to lead our Retirement Living operations at Cambrai Village in Merriwa.

Reporting to the Retirement Living leadership team, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the estate, ensuring residents receive exceptional service while maintaining a safe, welcoming and vibrant community environment. You will lead a multidisciplinary team, oversee estate operations, coordinate maintenance and village services, and foster strong relationships with residents and stakeholders.

Situated in Perth's northern suburbs, Cambrai Village is home to over 270 independent living units,



Vivian Bullwinkel Lodge residential aged care facility, Club Cambrai and a range of community amenities.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead and support Retirement Living staff to deliver high-quality resident services.
- Maintain occupancy levels and assist with resident enquiries and transition processes.
- Oversee building maintenance, grounds, gardens and estate infrastructure.
- Ensure village operations comply with Retirement Living legislation and organisational requirements.
- Conduct resident meetings and maintain strong resident engagement.
- Prepare, explain and administer lease documentation for incoming residents.
- Manage budgets, financial performance and operational expenditure.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the estate.
- Respond to resident concerns and facilitate positive outcomes.
- Collaborate with internal teams, contractors and external stakeholders to support estate operations.

About you: You are a strong people leader who is passionate about creating thriving retirement living communities and delivering exceptional customer experiences.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

- Previous leadership or management experience within retirement living, aged care, property management, hospitality or a related industry.
- Strong financial management and budgeting capabilities.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
- Knowledge of Retirement Living legislation and regulatory requirements (desirable).




- Experience managing maintenance, facilities, contractors or village operations.
- Strong conflict resolution and problem-solving abilities.
- A commitment to customer service excellence and continuous improvement.
- Ability to work independently while leading and supporting a diverse team.
- Willingness to participate in after-hours emergency responses when required.

About us: raafais one of Western Australia’s longest-standing and most-loved community organisations. For nearly 100 years, we have been creating opportunities for people to live well, feel supported and know they belong.

We are one of Australia’s largest not-for-profit retirement living and aged care providers, supporting thousands of people across Western Australia through retirement living, residential aged care, home care, membership and clubs. We are also home to an aviation museum that celebrates the proud history of the Air Force Association in WA. Through our Andrew Russell Veteran Living Program (ARVL), veteran research and services, we support those who have served our country to live fulfilling lives.

At raafa, we believe people deserve more than great services. They deserve to feel valued, respected and part of something meaningful. If you want to be part of an organisation with a proud history, a solid purpose and a focus on people, we’d love to hear from you.

How to apply

- Update your resume
- Be eligible to work in Australia
- Have a National Drivers Licence
- Satisfactory National Police Certificate (on commencement of employment to be within six months from date of issue) or willing to obtain one
- Click “Apply to this Job”

For more information, please contact us on 08 9288 8406 or [email protected] raafa reserves the right to withdraw, shortlist and interview applicants prior to this date.

📌 Estate Manager (Merriwa)
🏢 RAAFA WA
📍 Merriwa