01st December, 2025
- Full Time position
- Join our growing company!
- Based in Christchurch, NZ
We are seeking an experienced Residential Life Coordinator to join our team in our UniLodge Canterbury portfolio. You will be responsible for facilitating the residential life programme to ensure resident engagement and wellbeing promotion are delivered.
ABOUT THE ROLE - Full Time position - 40hrs per week across a Tuesday to Saturday 2pm to 10:30pm roster.
- Support the development, implementation and management of the Residential Life and Wellbeing Program
- Deliver on a diverse and holistic calendar of events, balancing core areas of support and resident interest
- Provide exceptional service and build positive relationships with residents and all key stakeholders
- Contribute to the development of a positive/supportive culture within UniLodge, building its appeal in the market place for future and present residents
- Be part of a wider resident experience team within UniLodge Canterbury
- Assist with the arrival, orientation and departure process
- Support operational tasks within the hall of residence
- Be an active member of the emergency response team during shift times and after hours
ABOUT YOU - Previous experience in a similar capacity with a focus on leadership and wellbeing in a University/youth environment
- Evidence of tertiary studies that have provided the experience to fully understand the complexities of University life
- Demonstrated experience in event management, including budgets, planning and implementation
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to relate to people from diverse backgrounds
- Ability to research and develop evidence based programs and policies
- Police Vetting (required)
WHY UNILODGE UniLodge specialise in student accommodation and have been an industry market leader since 1996. The UniLodge Living Group manages a diverse portfolio of close to 130 properties and hotels with a footprint in every city in mainland Australian and New Zealand; and we employ a team of over 1200 staff across our business. We optimise tenancy for owners and create thriving communities.
Across our workforce we have built an enviable culture of trust, engagement, collaboration, and fun. Our residents come from diverse backgrounds, and we want our teams to reflect this. Our people are the heart of our business, and their contributions are valued and celebrated. We invest in the wellbeing and professional development of our team, offering access to ongoing training and professional development, career progression, development reviews, and employee assistance program (EAP) services. We acknowledge that everyone leads unique lives, and therefore offer various leave options including study leave, parental leave entitlements, etc.
APPLY NOW If you’re interested in working with us, please submit your application as soon as possible - outlining all the amazing qualities and skills you can bring to our team.
UniLodge reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time. Candidates will be progressed as applications are received, rather than after the advertisement closure date.
***All final applicants for this position will be required to provide evidence of a criminal record check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.
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