Position Title: Capability Lead

About the role

Join Unison as our Capability Lead and play a key role in supporting the development pathways of our Housing and Homelessness teams. You’ll lead the delivery of our graduate, training and induction programs, working closely with leaders, subject matter experts and external facilitators to create meaningful learning experiences. This is your chance to shape how new starters and graduates begin their careers, build capability across the organisation, and empower our people to deliver high‑quality services to the renters and communities we support.

The role will require travel across Unison’s offices around Melbourne CBD and surrounding suburbs.

What we’re looking for

We’re looking for someone who brings:

• Solid knowledge of community housing and tenancy management
• The ability to develop well-structured programs and clear, accessible learning materials
• Effective collaboration and relationship-building across teams and levels
• Experience identifying capability and learning needs, and adapting your style
• A warm, engaging approach that makes people feel supported
• A genuine passion for coaching and developing others

Why Join Us

At Unison, we believe in rewarding your dedication with benefits that truly make a difference. You’ll enjoy access to:

• Rostered days off to recharge
• Salary packaging of up to $15,900 tax-free to increase your take home pay
• Five weeks of annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
• 18 days of personal leave
• Up to 22 weeks of gender-free paid parental leave
• Access to comprehensive wellbeing and professional development programs
• Work in a supportive, collaborative team environment
• Great career development opportunities

Apply now

To see the full position description, including key selection criteria, click here.  Apply now by emailing your cover letter and resume to careers@unison.org.au, or contacting 0466 903 597 for further information, by 6 February 2026.

We encourage people who are from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse, the LGBTIQ+ communities and those living with a disability to apply or contact our People Team on 0466 903 597 for more information about our supported recruitment pathways.