Specialist Accommodation & Disability Manager

About BGIS

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate specialist accommodation and accessibility modification programs
• Provide guidance on accessibility and specialist accommodation requirements
• Review and prioritise work orders, scopes and delivery timeframes
• Work closely with residents, occupational therapists, carers and support providers
• Coordinate supervisors, subcontractors and other required resources
• Monitor works and address risks, variations, access issues and delays
• Support compliance with accessibility standards and contractual requirements
• Maintain positive relationships with clients and community stakeholders
• Support operational teams with planning and maintenance activities
• Identify opportunities to improve accessibility and resident experiences
• Education, Experience & Skills
• Essential:
• Experience coordinating property modifications, accessibility projects or building works
• Experience within residential construction, housing, facilities management or property services
• Experience working with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities
• An empathetic and resident-focused approach
• Strong organisation, planning and communication skills
• Experience preparing reports and maintaining detailed records
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills
• Qualification in Property, Building, Construction, Facilities Management, Allied Health, Disability Services or a related discipline, or equivalent experience
• Residential trade qualification
• Current Australian Driver’s Licence
• Full working rights in Australia
• Desirable:
• Qualification in Disability Studies, Occupational Therapy, Community Services or Accessibility Design
• Project Management, Asset Management or Facilities Management qualification
• Knowledge of Universal Design principles
• Understanding of accessibility legislation and standards
• Experience supporting community or social housing portfolios
• Workplace Arrangements
• This is a permanent full-time position based in South-East Metropolitan Melbourne and operating during core business hours.
• A hybrid working arrangement is available, with attendance at residential properties, client locations and the regional office required to support residents and project delivery.
• Why Join BGIS?
• Join a newly established team delivering accessible property solutions that support residents, families and local communities.
• Key Benefits Include:
• ✔ Hybrid working arrangement ✔ Meaningful work supporting accessible and fit-for-purpose homes ✔ Career development opportunities within a global organisation ✔ A supportive and inclusive team environment ✔ Spot recognition vouchers and a $2,000 employee referral bonus ✔ Access to Flare discounts across retailers, energy providers, utilities and more ✔ Fitness Passport access for you and your family ✔ Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing initiatives ✔ Two paid volunteer days each year ✔ Career opportunities through secondments and internal mobility ✔ Endorsed by WORK180 as an employer of choice for women ✔ Recognised as a Top 101 Workplace for Women in 2026 by WORK180
• As a global leader in facilities management, asset management, project delivery and workplace solutions, BGIS manages over 50,000 client locations worldwide and employs more than 10,000 people globally.
• How to Apply
• If you are an experienced and thoughtful professional who is passionate about accessibility and positive housing outcomes, we would love to hear from you.
• BGIS is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disability and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
• Eligibility
• Applicants must have full working rights in Australia.
• Apply Now
• Join a newly established team supporting accessible homes and meaningful outcomes for residents across South-East Melbourne.
• Explore more opportunities at https://apac.bgis.com/careers/
• ✔ Hybrid working arrangement
• ✔ Meaningful work supporting accessible and fit-for-purpose homes
• ✔ Career development opportunities within a global organisation
• ✔ A supportive and inclusive team environment
• ✔ Spot recognition vouchers and a $2,000 employee referral bonus
• ✔ Access to Flare discounts across retailers, energy providers, utilities and more
• ✔ Fitness Passport access for you and your family
• ✔ Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing initiatives
• ✔ Two paid volunteer days each year
• ✔ Career opportunities through secondments and internal mobility
• ✔ Endorsed by WORK180 as an employer of choice for women
• ✔ Recognised as a Top 101 Workplace for Women in 2026 by WORK180