Property Officer

About the role

Vinnies Housing, part of St Vincent de Paul Society Queensland, is looking for a Property Officer in Ipswich. Reporting to the Asset Manager, the role keeps housing properties safe, compliant and well maintained, working with contractors and internal stakeholders on maintenance programs, inspections and contractor oversight. It focuses on property assets and maintenance, not tenancy management. This is a permanent, full-time position (38 hours per week).

Key responsibilities

• Conduct property condition reports (PCRs), routine inspections and property assessments.
• Coordinate responsive, planned and cyclical maintenance works.
• Identify maintenance issues and ensure timely repairs.
• Manage contractor performance, service delivery and compliance.
• Review maintenance invoices and monitor project costs.
• Ensure properties comply with legislative, WHS and social housing requirements.
• Maintain accurate property information in the property management system.
• Provide reporting and recommendations to support asset planning and continuous improvement.

Required profile

• Experience in property maintenance, facilities management or housing asset management.
• Experience conducting property inspections and preparing condition reports.
• Strong contractor management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Knowledge of maintenance compliance and WHS requirements.
• Current C Class driver licence.
• Desirable: experience in social or community housing and knowledge of the National Regulatory System for Community Housing (NRSCH).
• Desirable: trade, facilities or property management qualifications.
• Appropriate visa to work in Australia/New Zealand.

Required skills

• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and property management systems.

What we offer

• Pay of $40.89 per hour plus super and NFP salary packaging.
• NFP salary packaging of up to $15,900 annually, plus $2,650 for meals and entertainment.
• Competitive hourly rates under the Enterprise Agreement.
• Employee Assistance Program and Medibank health insurance discounts.