Residential Life Supervisor

_{02nd September, 2026}

UniLodge specialise in student accommodation and have been an industry market leader since 1996. The UniLodge Group manages a diverse portfolio of close to 130 properties and hotels with a footprint in every city in mainland Australian and New Zealand; and we employ a team of over 1200 staff across our business. We optimise tenancy for owners and create thriving communities.
  
Across our workforce we have built an enviable culture of  trust, engagement, collaboration, and fun. Our residents come from diverse backgrounds, and we want our teams to reflect this. Our people are the heart of our business, and their contributions are valued and celebrated. We invest in the wellbeing and professional development of our team offering access to ongoing training and professional development including an Emerging Leader Program, career progression, development reviews, and employee assistance program (EAP) services. We acknowledge that everyone leads unique lives, and therefore offer various leave options including  study support, parental leave entitlements, etc.   
  
About your new role

We are seeking a Residential Life Supervisor to join our UniLodge Melbourne City team are on a full time basis. As the Residential Life Supervisor (RLS) you will be responsible for facilitating the coordination of the residence as a community. You will play a key role in overseeing resident wellbeing and delivery of the Residential Life and Wellbeing Program. Some of your primary responsibilities include:  

• Coordinate the day-to-day operations of the Residential Life Program, including, but not limited to, incident and welfare management, purchasing and administration.
• Assist the RLM in the development, implementation, and management of strategic Residential Life Projects and Events.
• Participate in an on-call after-hours rotation as the primary contact for residents in relation to all situations that may arise.
• Provide exceptional service to all residents, staff, investors, visitors, suppliers, contractors, and associated organisations.
• Establish and maintain a constructive and productive working relationship with all key stakeholders.

About You:
  
We are looking for someone with a ‘hands on approach’! You will be energetic, creative, self-motivated, and focused on delivering a memorable student resident experience. In addition to this, you will have:  

• Previous experience in a similar capacity, including wellbeing and mental health literacy
• Demonstrated ability to develop new ideas and engaging events, then formulate plans to deliver them
• Experience managing events in line with event budgets
• Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to relate to people from diverse backgrounds
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a range of stakeholders
• Possess a current First Aid certification (or willing to obtain)
• The successful candidate must be willing to obtain a National Police Check and Working With Children Check

Our mandatory requirements include:

• National Police Check, at your own cost
• Unrestricted work rights in Australia
• Current First Aid + CPR Qualification, or willing to obtain
• Working With Children Check (VIC) 

How to apply:
  
If you’re interested in working with us, please submit your application as soon as possible - outlining all the amazing qualities and skills you can bring to our team.

UniLodge Living Group is committed to providing a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace. As part of our recruitment process, candidates are required to declare any history of involvement in gender‑based violence, in line with our commitment to integrity, accountability, and the National Higher Education Code.
 
UniLodge Australia is part of the UniLodge Living Group. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse backgrounds.
  
We are a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.