Manager Shared Living | Melbourne

Lead a high-impact service develop great people and build a career with purpose.

Are you a people leader who thrives on developing high-performing teams creating positive cultures and making a real impact in your community

At Aruma youll have the opportunity to lead with purpose empower others and help people with disability live great lives on their terms. Were looking for a capable and values-driven Manager to lead our Shared Living services across the Melbourne region and help create safe inclusive and person-centred homes where people can thrive.

Permanent Full Time position available based in Melbourne

New to disability Thats okay.

We know great leaders come from many different industries. We welcome applications from leaders in disability aged care health mental health community services hospitality retail customer service education and other people-focused environments.

If youve successfully led teams managed competing priorities and are passionate about supporting people well provide the support and guidance to help you succeed.

At Aruma youll have the opportunity to build a meaningful career while making a lasting impact in your local community. Every day youll help create opportunities for people with disability to live independently pursue their goals and be active members of their community.

At Aruma we believe great leadership changes lives. Thats why we invest in our people through development opportunities supportive leadership and meaningful careers that combine purpose with professional growth.

• Permanent full-time leadership role
• Competitive salary plus superannuation
• Salary packaging benefits that can increase your take-home pay
• Ongoing leadership development and career progression opportunities
• Supportive and experienced leadership team
• Meaningful work with a purpose-driven organisation
• Opportunity to influence culture service quality and outcomes
• A values-led workplace that celebrates inclusion and diversity

• Lead a team where your leadership genuinely changes lives
• Have the autonomy to influence service quality culture and outcomes
• Be part of a supportive leadership network that values collaboration
• Join a national organisation with opportunities to grow your leadership career
• Gain exposure to service improvement people leadership and operational management at scale
• Be empowered to make decisions and influence positive outcomes
• Make a meaningful impact in your local community every day

As Manager Shared Living youll lead a diverse portfolio of disability support services across Melbourne. Youll oversee multiple homes develop and inspire your teams build strong stakeholder relationships and drive service excellence that delivers meaningful outcomes for the people we support.

This is an opportunity to combine people leadership operational management and meaningful social impact in one rewarding role.

• Lead coach and support a team of Support Workers
• Foster a positive engaged and high-performing team culture
• Ensure services align with person-centred and human rights-based practice
• Partner with residents families advocates and stakeholders
• Support positive behaviour support strategies and safeguarding practices
• Oversee workforce planning rosters and service delivery
• Manage budgets and financial performance
• Ensure compliance with NDIS Practice Standards policies and quality requirements
• Drive continuous improvement and service excellence

Youre an approachable and values-driven leader who knows how to bring out the best in people. You enjoy coaching teams building strong relationships and creating environments where both employees and the people they support can thrive.

• Experience leading and developing teams
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills
• Experience managing operational priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Sound problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• A commitment to inclusion dignity and person-centred practice
• Experience in disability aged care healthcare community services or another people-focused sector is highly regarded

If you dont meet every requirement but believe youd be a great fit we encourage you to apply.

Melbourne is one of Australias most diverse and vibrant communities offering endless opportunities for connection culture and professional this role youll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across a dynamic service portfolio while building your leadership career with a national organisation committed to inclusion innovation and positive outcomes for people with disability.

At Aruma we are BRAVE:

Bold - We speak up for whats right

Respectful - We honour every persons dignity

Accountable - We lead with integrity

Value Teamwork - We achieve more together

Excellent - We strive for quality every day

These values guide everything we do and how we support people families and each other.

At Aruma were committed to building a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are focused on creating an inclusive high-performing workplace.

We review applications as they come in and move quickly to interview great candidates so we encourage you to apply early. While we include an indicative closing date roles may close sooner if we find the right person. Applications received later in the process may not progress. If youre unsuccessful and would value feedback please feel welcome to reach out to our Talent team.

If youre ready to lead a dedicated team make a real difference and build a rewarding leadership career with Aruma wed love to hear from you.

Closing Date: Friday 4th September 2026