- Deliver impactful capital projects that shape better housing outcomes
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Turn asset insights into smart investment decisions
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Competitive Salary + Super + Salary Packaging + Flexible Working
We are seeking a skilled Asset Investment and Renewal Officer to join our team and contribute to the planning, delivery, and optimisation of capital works programs across our Victorian housing portfolio.
This is a specialist role where working from our Blackburn and Queens Rd offices, you will manage capital works projects, analyse asset performance, and support investment decisions that improve asset quality, compliance, and long-term sustainability.
Working closely with internal stakeholders and external contractors, you will play a key role in being hands on to ensure works are delivered efficiently, safely, and with minimal impact to residents.
About You
You are technically capable, practical and a proactive professional who thrives in a project-based environment. You bring strong analytical skills, stakeholder engagement capability, and a practical understanding of construction and asset management.
What You’ll Do
Reporting to the State Asset and Facilities Manager, the Asset Investment and Renewal Officer plays a key role in supporting annual and long-term capital works and asset renewal programs across CHL’s Victorian portfolio. You will coordinate refurbishment, upgrade and replacement works, contribute to procurement and tender activities, support defect management and use asset data to inform investment and renewal priorities.
Day to Day - You Will:
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Manage and monitor capital works projects (upgrades, renewals, refurbishments) to ensure delivery on time and within budget across CHL’s Victorian portfolio
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Conduct site visits and oversee contractor performance and quality of work
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Analyse asset condition, performance and financial data to inform planning and priorities
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Contribute to capital planning and lifecycle forecasting for the asset portfolio
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Coordinate with internal teams to schedule and deliver works with minimal tenant disruption
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Liaise with contractors, consultants and suppliers to ensure project progress and compliance
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Support procurement and tender processes, including reviewing scopes and evaluating submissions
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Track and report on program performance, budgets and outcomes
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Provide technical advice, resolve complex asset issues, and support compliance and risk management
What You’ll Bring
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Tertiary qualifications in Asset Management, Construction, Project Management or a related field
- Minimum three years’ construction industry experience, ideally client-side or contractor-side.
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Experience managing capital works or construction projects
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Strong knowledge of building codes, compliance and construction methodologies
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Demonstrated ability to analyse data and support informed decision making
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Experience working with contractors and managing project delivery
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Sound financial management experience and budgeting awareness
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Strong stakeholder management skills, with confidence working across internal teams, contractors and consultants
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Good analytical skills, excel capability and a commitment to CHL’s values and safe work practices
Appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including Police, Working with Children and NDIS checks where applicable. All pre-employment checks will be arranged during onboarding.
Why Join Us?
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Be part of a purpose driven organisation making a real difference. We offer:
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Contribute to meaningful outcomes in the community housing sector
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Join a collaborative, supportive and purpose driven team
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Flexible work arrangements and opportunities for professional development
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One day off a year as ‘You Day’ to celebrate you
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Great salary + Super + Salary Packaging (increase your take home pay!)
About CHL
Community Housing Limited (CHL) is a leading not-for-profit organisation dedicated to making a positive impact in the housing sector. We are committed to addressing housing issues and supporting vulnerable populations by offering affordable and sustainable housing solutions to individuals and families in need.
As an equal opportunity employer, CHL works closely with people from a diverse range of backgrounds. CHL acknowledges the traditional Aboriginal owners of country throughout Australia and we pay our respects to them, their culture and their Elders past and present.
Ready to make an impact?
If you're ready to take the next step in your asset and capital works career whilst working on programs that support safe, sustainable and affordable housing, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now with your resume and a cover letter by clicking on the link.
For a confidential conversation about the position, please contact Robin Mbae, the State Asset and Facilities Manager on [email protected].
We look forward to hearing from you.
