North West Regional Hospital

The Team

The Statewide Residential Accommodation Services team forms part of the Department of Health's Property Services team within Infrastructure and Risk Services. The team manages a diverse portfolio of residential accommodation across Tasmania that supports recruitment, retention and service delivery in both metropolitan and regional locations.

This is an exciting time to join the team as the residential accommodation portfolio continues to evolve and modernise through the introduction of new technology platforms, including RMS Cloud and an electronic key management system, and contemporary accommodation management practices.

The team is supportive, collaborative and values professional development, innovation and continuous improvement. We are committed to providing exceptional customer service and are guided by the Department of Health's CARE Values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence in all that we do.

The Role

The Residential Property Officer plays a key role in managing the Department of Health's statewide residential accommodation portfolio, ensuring high-quality accommodation services are provided for staff, contractors and visitors across Tasmania. Working both independently and collaboratively, the role manages tenancy arrangements, property maintenance, furnishings, cleaning, utilities, contracts and stakeholder relationships to support the delivery of health services throughout the State.

Note: - Please refer to the Function Statement and Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Have demonstrated experience in property, tenancy or accommodation management and the ability to effectively manage a diverse portfolio of properties.
• Be highly organised, adaptable and capable of managing competing priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Be a strong communicator who enjoys building relationships and delivering high-quality customer service to a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Be proficient in, or able to quickly learn, systems and software applications including Microsoft Office, RMS Cloud and Smartrak.
• Take a proactive, solutions-focused approach and work collaboratively as part of a supportive team guided by the Department's CARE Values.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Details of appointment

Permanent full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as we can onboard you.

*Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Position Feature: May be required to work outside normal business hours  

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.

Salary

$85,196 to $97,915 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2025

Salary Packaging 

You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible. 

Benefits available to eligible candidates

• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Eligibility

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Current Driver’s Licence 

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

Statement of Duties:

• Generic Residential Property Officer.docx

Application Guide:  

• Applicant Guide.docx

How to apply

Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.

You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.

*applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role 

For more information

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Name: Dean White
Position: Principal Residential Property Officer
Phone number: 0456 558 855
Email address: dean.white@health.tas.gov.au

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Department of Health has achieved the “Carer Accredited Employer Status” providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).

Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.