At Vinnies, we are what we do. We believe in making a difference. We are one of Queensland’s most-loved charitable organisations and are committed to leading with our values and mission at heart. We work together to build a legacy that we can be proud of, supporting those in need within our communities. Our companions are why our journey started, striving to shape a more just and compassionate society. Our employees, members and volunteers are the reason our journey continues, and why we will succeed.
What we can offer you
Work with a purpose – not your average organisation and not your average role!
Competitive hourly rate and excellent employment benefits under our Employee Agreement
Salary packaging arrangements – helping you save on tax
Access to our Employee Assistance Program – our employees are our most valuable asset
A welcoming and inclusive environment where you’ll always feel part of a team
Job Description
The Role
Are you looking for a new challenge and want to make a meaningful impact in your community? Do you have strong life experience and empathy, and enjoy working with people from all walks of life? If so, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.
As a Housing Officer with Vinnies Housing, you’ll work from our Toowoomba based office and be part of a supportive, state-wide team delivering compassionate housing services to people in need. You’ll manage a small, focused portfolio that allows you to truly connect with tenants and help sustain long-term housing outcomes.
What you’ll do:
Build respectful, supportive relationships with tenants to help them sustain their housing
Deliver day-to-day tenancy and property management services
Collaborate with internal teams and local service providers
Ensure tenancy and property compliance in line with relevant policies and legislation
This role includes regular day travel to Warwick, Stanthorpe, Dalby, and Chinchilla - as well as overnight travel to Roma throughout the year.
This is a Permanent, Full-time position (38 hours per week) based in Toowoomba but with regional travel. There will be a vehicle available for work purposes.
Desired Skills and Experience
What we are looking for:
A genuine passion for helping people and building stronger communities
Life experience, emotional intelligence, and the ability to work respectfully with diverse individuals
Strong organisational and communication skills
Confidence using Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)
A commitment to learning, teamwork, and continuous improvement
Alignment with the mission and values of the St Vincent de Paul Society Queensland
What we can offer you at Vinnies Housing
Full training and ongoing support
Supportive, values-based team environment
A meaningful opportunity to create lasting social impact
Ready to apply? We can’t wait to hear from you.
You can submit your application via SEEK or directly on our careers page!
Having the right people in our team is important to us. Before joining our team, we’ll undertake pre-employment checks including references, a police check, and proof of qualifications/licences.
We are committed to meaningful equity and diversity in our workforce. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples is strongly encouraged. To be eligible for this position you must have an appropriate visa to work in Australia/New Zealand.
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