Our purpose is to provide safe, culturally appropriate and affordable accommodation for First Nations people who need to be away from home to access services and economic opportunities.
Across its network of hostels, dedicated Aboriginal Hostels Limited (AHL) staff provide accommodation and meals for residents in a supportive environment, assisted by local First Nations service providers and referral agencies.
AHL also supports the Australian Government’s efforts to improve economic outcomes for First Nations people. By purchasing goods and services from First Nations businesses at every opportunity, we help support a more inclusive economy. We are proud to be one of the largest employers of First Nations people in the Australian Public Service, First Nations employees make up approximately 50% of our workforce.
Indigenous jobseekers and non-Indigenous jobseekers with a commitment to working with First Nations peoples are encouraged to apply.
About the Role
Under the direction of the Hostel Manager, manage the day-to-day operations of the hostel in accordance with AHL policy, procedure, the Australian Public Service (APS) Code of Conduct and relevant APS legislation.
Our Assistant Hostel Managers work closely with local stakeholders to support First Nations people into our hostels and ensure residents are connected with the services they require during their stay.
Your role is to ensure hostel occupancy is high and service to residents is exceptional.
You will be a hands-on manager, working closely with the small hostel team to provide three meals a day and ensuring the facility is clean, safe and welcoming. You will be a perfectionist, ensuring all hostel operations are meeting standards in line with guidelines and policies and continually developing your team to improve our service offering.
You will be reporting to an Operations Management Team and will provide regular reports on hostel operations to the Operations Management Team and to AHL’s National Office business areas as required.
Benefits
- The role(s) are, located in the Metropolitan district and public transport is easily accessible.
- 15.4% superannuation.
- Generous shift penalties apply for work after hours, weekends and public holidays.
- Regular salary packaging options for vehicles, superannuation and laptops etc PLUS, ability to salary sacrifice $15,900 per FBT year for rent, mortgage or living expenses. This benefit reduces taxable income, increasing fortnightly take-home pay.
- Opportunities for career progression within the organisation.
How to apply
- Complete the Application Form available on our website.
- Email your current Resume and completed Application Form to jobs@ahl.gov.au by 11:59pm AEDT on Thursday 19 February 2026.
- Please include your name and the job reference (VN-0766874) in the subject of your email.
For further information about the role, click the vacancy information or contact Marni Lowe - 0408 069 570.