Location: Various NSW locations
Grade: Clerk Grade 7/8
We are partnering with Homes NSW, the NSW Government division which leads the delivery of public housing across NSW, to invite expressions of interest for current and upcoming Housing Manager opportunities across Housing Services.
This is an opportunity to lead from the front—supporting teams, strengthening communities, and ensuring safe, sustainable housing outcomes for some of the most vulnerable people across NSW.
About the Opportunity
As a Housing Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in leading local housing operations across tenancy and access functions in areas with high public housing demand and complex social needs.
The ideal candidate will:
- Lead and support a team delivering frontline housing services
- Oversee tenancy management including rent arrears, breaches, and vacancy management
- Drive housing access and allocation decisions to support those in greatest need
- Manage complex client and community issues, including anti-social behaviour
- Ensure compliance with legislation, policy, and performance standards
- Support and mentor Client Service Officers and Senior staff
- Build strong partnerships with community organisations and government agencies
- Contribute to local service improvements, reporting, and performance outcomes
This is a hands-on leadership role in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same.
About You
You’re a confident and capable leader who thrives in complexity and brings both empathy and accountability to your work.
The ideal candidate will bring:
- Strong experience in housing, tenancy, or community services
- Proven ability to lead, coach and develop teams
- Confidence managing complex cases and challenging behaviours
- Sound knowledge of tenancy legislation and housing systems
- Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills
- A solutions-focused mindset with sound decision-making ability
- Resilience and adaptability in high-pressure environments
Essential Requirements
- Current NSW Driver’s Licence
- Ability to obtain relevant checks (WWCC, National Criminal History Check)
Benefits
- Competitive NSW Government salary package
- Superannuation and leave loading
- Flexible working arrangements where operationally possible
- Ongoing professional development and leadership training
- Career progression opportunities across Homes NSW and DCJ
- Meaningful work that positively impacts communities
- Access to employee wellbeing programs and support services
- Opportunity to lead high-performing, purpose-driven teams
- Exposure to whole-of-government initiatives and strategic partnerships
- Diverse and inclusive workplace culture
Why join Homes NSW?
Homes NSW is at the forefront of addressing the housing crisis—delivering public social and affordable housing and supporting over 262,000 tenants across the state.
When you join, you’ll be part of a team that:
- Puts people and communities at the centre of everything they do
- Values lived experience, cultural capability, and inclusive practice
- Offers meaningful leadership work with real community impact
- Supports career progression, leadership development and continuous learning
How to apply
If you’re ready to make a difference, or want to explore upcoming opportunities, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your application via the link below. Applications will be assessed as received, so please don’t hesitate to apply.
For a confidential discussion or for further information, please contact Mahala Warren, Bloom HR Head of Talent on email to mahalaw@bloomhr.com.au
