What we do
At SGCH, we believe everyone belongs. This is why our purpose, ‘to create belonging’ drives our commitment to build a team where diversity, inclusion and connection are at the heart of what we do.
As a leading not-for-profit community housing provider supporting over 12,000 customers across 7,000 homes in NSW and VIC, we continue to invest in our people, our homes, and our communities. Guided by our values – We Care, We Create, We Connect – we’ve built an inclusive workplace by caring for one another, creating and sharing new ideas, and connecting authentically every day, where everyone has the opportunity to grow and thrive.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment and building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we connect with. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and people of all ages and life experiences. If this role excites you but you’re not sure you tick every box, we still encourage you to apply. Your passion and potential matter.
Join us in creating sustainable, connected communities where everyone feels a sense of belonging and are empowered to thrive.
What we offer
- Competitive package – 35-hour work week with competitive, above Award pay and 17% annual leave loading
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NFP salary packaging – Up to $15,900 tax-free, plus $2,500 for meals, entertainment and accommodation, and Novated leasing providing both convenience and savings
About the role and about you
As the Specialist, Building Compliance and Essential Services, you will take ownership of SGCH's building compliance and planned maintenance programs, ensuring statutory obligations, essential fire safety measures, and critical assets are effectively managed across the portfolio. Working closely with contractors, regulators, and internal stakeholders, you'll oversee contract performance, manage compliance risks, conduct audits and inspections, and deliver expert advice that supports safe, compliant, and well-maintained homes for our customers. Operating with a high level of autonomy, you'll play a key role in driving continuous improvement, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence across the organisation.
To succeed in this role, you will bring strong experience in building compliance, fire safety and contractor management with the ability to manage risk, engage stakeholders and deliver compliance outcomes.
This is a permanent, full time role based at our Redfern office and requires travel to other SGCH office locations as required. This role reports to the Compliance and Fire Safety Manager.
Duties
- Lead building compliance and essential services programs.
- Manage contractor performance, KPIs and service delivery.
- Conduct compliance audits, inspections and reviews.
- Ensure statutory and fire safety obligations are met.
- Oversee essential fire safety measures and critical assets.
- Monitor budgets, invoices and contract expenditure.
- Identify and mitigate compliance and operational risks.
- Maintain accurate compliance, asset and reporting records.
- Manage regulatory matters and NCAT access applications.
- Provide specialist compliance and fire safety advice.
- Drive continuous improvement and process optimisation.
- Build strong relationships with contractors and stakeholders.
How to apply
If this sounds like you, please click ‘Apply’ and upload your up to date CV by 9am Thursday 30 July 2026.
The recruitment process may include interviews and relevant skills or behavioural assessments with selection based on demonstrated merit against the roles criteria. Appointment is subject to standard pre-employment checks, such as working rights, employment references from previous managers, a National Police Check, and a health assessment.
Please note we may establish a Talent Pool from this process.
If accessibility and adjustments are needed to apply for this role comfortably, just let us know. Your privacy and dignity are always respected. Please reach out to jobs@sgch.com.au
