Our journey to Australia
Summerset has been a trusted name in retirement living since 1997, with over 3,000 employees supporting more than 8,400 residents across 38 villages in New Zealand. In 2024, we proudly welcomed our first Australian residents to Summerset Cranbourne North, marking a significant milestone in our expansion into Victoria.
With seven sites across the state and the capacity to build approximately 2,100 homes, our growth in Australia is well underway. As we continue to develop vibrant communities, we're excited to offer rewarding career opportunities for individuals passionate about making a difference in the lives of our residents.
Life and work at Summerset
At Summerset, it’s the passion and dedication of our people that brings our villages to life. In our varied roles, we work together as one team to bring the best of life to our residents. As part of our team, your work has real impact, your uniqueness is embraced, and your career can flourish.
Whether you're involved in care, hospitality, property services, or administration, you'll be part of a team dedicated to enhancing the lives of our residents. We believe in nurturing talent, encouraging growth, and celebrating the contributions each individual brings to our communities.
There are so many benefits in working for Summerset!
We're growing fast and are well on our way to becoming the market leader. That's why we need a team of great people who are strong enough to care, operate as one team, and strive to do their best. In return for top performance, as a member of the Summerset team you'll enjoy a great work environment as well benefits including:
Summerset is committed to being socially responsible and demonstrates this by doing lots of great things in our workplaces, communities, and through reducing our impact on the environment. Click here for more info on our social responsibility programme.
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The roles that bring our villages to life
It takes a diverse team to bring villages to life. At Summerset, you'll find meaningful work across a variety of areas — from clinical care and hospitality to property, administration, and support services. Each role plays an important part in helping our residents live the way they choose, in safe, vibrant, and welcoming communities.
Below are some of the common roles you'll find in our Australian villages — with more to come as we continue to expand.
Types of roles in clinical
Care Centre Manager
Personal Care Assistant / Caregivers
Registered Nurse &
IPC Nurse
ANACC Coordinator & Admissions Coordinator
Lifestyle Assistant & Coordinator
Types of roles in hospitality & home based services
Home Services Coordinator & Personal Care Assistant
Head Chef
Kitchen Staff &
Cafe Operations
Housekeeping Lead
Cleaner / Laundry Assist
Types of roles in admin & property
Office Manager
Reception
Village Assistant
Property Manager & Property Assistant
Gardener
Types of roles in head office
Sales & Marketing
Design
Delivery
Acquisitions & Commercial
People & Culture
Jobs in Australia
If you have a question about careers at Summerset Australia, please contact us - we're here to help.