Drive Innovation in Aged Care – Lead Strategic Growth at Regis!

Join a Purpose-Driven Team Shaping the Future of Care

The opportunity  

The Development Manager (Southern States) is a critical member of the Regis Property Development team and will lead the delivery of select development and refurbishment projects with project end values in the range of $0.2m - $60m.   The role will also encompass general property and project management activities to support the operational business more broadly.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to participating in site identification and feasibility assessment, design development, statutory planning approvals, documentation, tendering and contract administration, as well as 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, the Development Manager will be expected to 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.

The role 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 role will be based in our Victorian State Office/Head Office (SOHO) with flexible working arrangements to be agreed.  Interstate travel may be required to fulfil the role.

Join our passionate team who love what they do and can support you in building your career at our Regis Home.  Our continuity of carer model means you will have the time to build strong relationships through being the familiar face our residents rely upon.   

 At over 84 locations supported by 12,000 employees across Australia, there are endless opportunities to grow or progress your career in any way you want.  

How you will make an impact as a Development Manager   

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

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

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

In delivering projects you will: 

1. Liaise with internal management on the development and implementation of project strategies throughout the life of a project
2. Manage, chair and minute all project meetings ensuring accurate record keeping during the life of a project
3. Prepare detailed project reports on a monthly basis
4. Maximise opportunities and add value to projects by adopting leading edge and innovative practices
5. Continually monitor market and competitor activity in relation to the direction and performance of each project and recommend changes where applicable
6. Liaise with all stakeholders to ensure a smooth approvals process and development outcome
7. Appoint and manage the project consultant team
8. You will implement Regis design standards and adapt them to each project as necessary.
9. You will be committed to safety including:
   1. 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.
   2. Carry out safety in design audit processes on all projects.
   3. Ensure the engagement of an appropriate safety expert on all active construction projects.
   4. 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

You will work with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders to ensure that we deliver state of the art aged care homes to meet the needs of our future populations.  These groups will include but not be limited to operational professionals, quality and compliance professionals, sales and marketing professionals and design and engineering professionals. 

Make a real impact you can feel good about. There’s something special about what we do at Regis. We know that real care isn’t only about meeting needs, it’s about truly knowing the people we look after.    

 What you will bring to the role   

Experience and skills:

The applicant will be expected to have between 5 to 10 years experience at Assistant Development Manager / Development Manager level; including,

• 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 sector, highly regarded
• Strong consultant management 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
• Flexibility may be required to meet specific employment demands, with reasonable adjustments made to core hours as needed.
• Accustomed to working with a high level of autonomy
• A high level of knowledge of Building Codes, Regulations and Australian Standards

Qualifications

Benefits that 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 Sacrifice – Novated Lease (Maxxia)  
• Enjoy a 12-week parental leave policy, supporting you and your family every step of the way  
• 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    
• Plus, we have reward and recognition programs celebrating your hard work    

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 know how the little things make a real difference. We are 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 are physically and psychologically safe at work. We want you to feel seen, valued, and respected for who you are as an individual and the professional skills you bring to the team. We celebrate your work, support your life outside of work and consider you one of our own from the start.   

At Regis, real impact starts with you.   

No matter your role, you can take pride in knowing you are making a real, lasting impact on people’s lives and helping to shape the future of aged care in Australia. It is 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.