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Our Story:

At the UniLodge Living Group, our story is one of growth, community and opportunity. As Australia and New Zealand’s leading provider of student accommodation, we create places where students and residents feel supported and at home across our growing portfolio of nearly 130 properties and hotels. As we continue to expand, we’re looking for people who bring fresh perspectives and a passion for making a difference.

About this role: 

As Maintenance Manager, you are at the heart of the building’s performance, ensuring every space remains safe, functional, and maintained to a high standard. Bringing together hands-on expertise, planning, and team leadership, you keep daily operations running smoothly while supporting the long-term care of the asset. Partnering closely with our management team, you will help create a reliable, well-maintained living environment that residents trust and enjoy every day.

Key responsibilities include: 

• Oversee day-to-day building maintenance, ensuring all facilities, plant, and equipment remain safe, functional, and maintained to a high standard.
• Deliver preventative maintenance and asset care, managing the Annual Maintenance Plan and Life Cycle Plan to support long-term building performance.
• Coordinate and manage contractors and service providers, ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently, and to agreed standards.
• Champion safety, compliance, and risk management, supporting emergency procedures and maintaining a safe environment for residents and staff.
• Provide responsive and professional maintenance support to residents, building positive relationships and contributing to a high-quality living experience.

Your Strengths and Experience:

Technically strong, quality-driven, and safety-focused, you take pride in delivering an exceptional resident experience at UniLodge Kensington. You will also bring:

• A relevant trade qualification (Electrical, Plumbing or Mechanical Engineering highly regarded)
• Proven experience managing contractors, warranties, and defect liability periods (DLP)
• Commercially aware, with the ability to monitor budgets, energy usage, stock levels, and P&L performance
• Strong commercial awareness across budgets, energy usage, stock control, and P&L performance
• A valid driver’s licence and reliable vehicle
• Unrestricted working rights in Australia & National Police Check.

Life at UniLodge Living Group:

At UniLodge, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We cultivate an environment where your contribution is recognised, and excellence is celebrated.
  
We offer:

• A refined and inclusive culture where individuality is respected and meaningful contribution is valued
• A genuine voice at the table, with opportunities to shape our future through engagement forums and Viva Engage
• A connected community, brought to life through curated team events, celebrations and social initiatives
• Exclusive travel privileges, with preferred rates across Essence Hotels & Apartments
• Rewarding referral recognition, with up to $1,000 for introducing exceptional talent to our growing teams.

Ready to take ownership and keep Kensington performing at its best? Apply now with your resume and cover letter.

UniLodge Living Group is committed to a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace. In line with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence, candidates will be required to declare any relevant investigations or findings as part of the recruitment process.

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and supported.

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