Real impact you can feel good about

Join our passionate team dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the lives of older Australians. We’re one of the biggest providers, leading the way in providing personalised and respectful care that embraces the experience of ageing. 

We support over 9,500 residents and clients across private and residential aged care homes, retirement living, day therapy and day respite centres. The work we do positively impacts the lives of older people and their families. It’s work you can feel good about. 

The opportunity 

The Senior Development Manager NSW and QLD is a critical member of the Regis Property Development team and will lead a small team of Development Managers and Assistant Development Managers in the delivery of select development and refurbishment projects.  General project end values will range from $0.2m-$60m.  The role will also encompass general property and project management activities to support the operational business.

The important role you’ll play

Responsibilities include but are not limited to participating in the site identification and feasibility assessment, design development, statutory planning approvals, documentation, implementing and maintaining comprehensive reporting systems to ensure Regis is able to monitor all aspects of the development process from a financial, approvals, management and quality perspective.

In addition, exercise due professional skill and diligence to ensure that projects are completed within the nominated time and budget, and the preparation of regular project reports advising management on the status of key development issues.

As our Senior Development Manager, you will support our team and our leaders to deliver the Regis Greenfield Growth Strategy and grow the number of aged care places that we offer.

You will be a full-time, ongoing member of the Property team.  The Senior Development Manager NSW and QLD will be based in our Hurstville NSW support office, with flexible working arrangements to be agreed.

How you will make an impact

You will be responsible for delivering aged care development and refurbishment projects with end development values of $0.2-60m.

As part of the role you will be required to manage the end-to-end development process, including acquisitions of Greenfield sites.  In acquiring sites you will:

•     Identify sites that meet agreed project parameters 
•     Prepare internal business case and briefing documents
•     Carry out negotiations in order to secure exclusive rights to carry out due diligence 
•     Identify and execute the minimum required due diligence, having regard to the site characteristics and constraints.

In delivering projects you will: 

•     Liaise with internal management on the development and implementation of project strategies throughout the life of a project
•     Prepare detailed project reports on a monthly basis
•     Maximise opportunities and add value to projects by adopting leading edge and innovative practices
•     Continually monitor market and competitor activity in relation to the direction and performance of each project and recommend changes where applicable
•     Liaise with all stakeholders to ensure a smooth running approval and development outcome
•     Manage the project consultant team

You will implement Regis design standards and adapt to each project as necessary.

As part of your role you will be committed to safety including:

•     Actively monitoring safety standards on all project sites and ensuring that any safety concerns are discussed with project teams and rectified within an appropriate time frame.
•     Carry out safety in design audit processes on all projects.
•     Ensure the engagement of an appropriate safety expert on all active construction projects.
•     Actively contribute to the safety and well-being of self, colleagues, residents and visitors, including reporting all incidents, hazards and near misses and following safe work procedures

What you'll bring to the role

•     Minimum of 10 years experience at Senior Development Manager / Development Manager Level with a combination of acquisition and delivery experience. 
•     Extensive development and construction delivery skills 
•     Previous experience in property-related fields such as town planning, valuations, architecture or engineering.
•     Track record of development experience in Aged Care/Retirement Living, high-end residential, hotel or a related sectors, highly regarded
•     Strong managerial and time management skills
•     Persuasive verbal and written skills
•     Well-developed budgeting skills
•     Analytical, thorough, organised, flexible and innovative in problem solving
•     Energetic, enthusiastic and able to work under pressure
•     Team-oriented
•     Pro-active - makes things happen
•     Willing to vary normal working hours
•     Working with a high level of autonomy
•     High level knowledge of building codes, regulations and Australian standards
•     Working knowledge of applicable construction legislation 

We are deeply committed to keeping our Residents and clients safe and so we require all Regis people to hold: 

•     Proof of working rights in Australia (for a minimum of 2 years);
•     Current NDIS Worker Screening check;
•     Current year flu vaccination 

What our people love about working here 

As a team that supports older people to live life on their terms, we genuinely care - for our people, our work and the elderly. We make a big deal of recognising and supporting you, creating a culture of mutual respect, and offering more opportunities to build your career.   

We believe in the power of hearts and minds. We also know how the little things make a real difference. We're a close-knit, collaborative team that values kindness and puts your wellbeing first. Our commitment to your safety shines through in our Circle of Care initiative, the winner in the Safer and Supported Workforce Awards 2024, which ensures you're physically and psychologically safe at work. 

We want you to feel seen, valued, and respected for the professional skills you bring to the team. We celebrate your work, support your life outside work and consider you one of our own from the start. 

Benefits to support and reward you  

•     Enjoy a flexible working environment giving you better life balance and wellbeing   
•     Lots of opportunities to realise your potential in an organisation that invests in your personal development. 
•     Be supported to grow, learn, and explore new career pathways or specialisations across Australia  
•     Salary packaging through Maxxia 
•     Caring for your wellbeing through discounts on health insurance and gym membership, and free access to counselling, financial guidance and personal support  
•     An Employee Referral Program, where you can get financially rewarded for recommending friends for roles at Regis  
•     Reward and recognition programs celebrating your hard work 

At Regis, real impact starts with you. 

No matter your role, you can take pride in knowing you’re making a real, lasting impact on people’s lives and helping to shape the future of aged care in Australia. It’s work you can feel good about. #JoinRegis 

To work in residential aged care, you will need to provide satisfactory background checks, including NDIS or police check (role dependent), current year flu vaccination, and certification proof.