The Leukaemia Foundation is seeking an experienced Accommodation Manager to lead our national accommodation services that support patients, carers and families impacted by blood cancer.

This is a 12-month full-time contract and a key leadership role ensuring our accommodation services are safe, high-quality, and deliver a consistently positive experience for those who rely on them. Working hybrid arrangements are available, with the option to work from home up to two days per week.

The opportunity 

Reporting to the Head of Facilities and Assets, you will lead a national team responsible for the delivery and continuous improvement of accommodation services.

You’ll provide strong operational leadership, build effective stakeholder relationships, and ensure services are efficient, sustainable, and deeply client‑centred.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and develop a national accommodation services team
• Oversee day-to-day service delivery and ensure a high standard of resident experience
• Drive continuous improvement across operations, processes and service models
• Build strong relationships with health services and key stakeholders
• Use data and insights to inform decisions, reporting and service improvements
• Support financial and resource optimisation in collaboration with leadership
• Ensure compliance with WHS, policy and regulatory requirements

About you

You are a confident leader with experience in complex service environments and a passion for delivering high-quality, people centered services.

You will bring:

• Experience leading operational teams in healthcare, not-for-profit or accommodation services
• Proven ability to lead, mentor and develop teams, fostering a positive, inclusive and high-performing culture, including workforce capability and succession planning
• Ability to drive operational efficiency and enhance service quality
• Ability to use data and insights to inform performance monitoring, reporting and decision‑making
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Understanding of WHS, compliance and risk management frameworks

What we offer

• Salary packaging up to $15,900 plus meal & entertainment card
• Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing support
• The opportunity to lead meaningful, purpose-driven services
• A supportive and values-driven team environment
• The chance to make a direct impact on people affected by blood cancer

Additional requirements

• Successful completion of relevant probity checks
• Immunisation evidence (MMR, Pertussis, Varicella)
• Current Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• Current driver’s licence
• Ability to travel domestically and work outside standard hours when required

How to apply

Submit a one-page cover letter addressing the essential criteria and your CV (PDF) via Seek or the Leukaemia Foundation website.

For the position description, email recruitment@leukaemia.org.au.

Applications close: Friday 12 June COB
We may shortlist and appoint prior to the closing date. Successful applicants will undergo reference, police, and VEVO checks.

Leukaemia Foundation is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that continues to reflect the community we support. We strongly encourage people from all cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.