Peel St

Nicole Yang
Community Manager

Nicole is service-focused and results-driven professional with an upbeat and positive attitude offering solid history of maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction. Nicole’s passion lies in providing high quality student support and delivering of diversity programs and engagement. Nicole is from Shenzhen, China and has lived in Melbourne since 2002. With 7 years experience in managing welfare and wellbeing to students with all backgrounds, Nicole is looking forward to embracing new challenges head on at Atira, working with the Atira team and leading the RA team on creating and growing an inclusive and vibrant Atira Living community.

James Hawley
Operations Manager

James is originally from Wales, UK. He has experience of working in the student accommodation sector in UK and Australia for the past 7 years in a variety of roles which has enabled James to continually develop his knowledge of the industry. James has called Melbourne home since 2017 and loves the diversity and quality of life which Melbourne offers. James loves his sport in particular Soccer (Manchester City Fan), Cricket and Golf. James is excited about offering the best possible experience to staff and residents at Atira.

Syed A Ali
Evening Duty Manager

Syed has worked with reputable Hotels in different countries and has a diverse attitude and understand the multiculturalism.

Syed has over 10 years of Hospitality experience working with different brands from Hilton Abu Dhabi, Yas Viceroy Hotel, Accor Groups and many Independent Hotels. He specifically has focused on Front Office Operations to produce successful hotel operations within the hotel-sector of business. Syed fully understands the importance of the clients within a full-service Hotels/Students Accommodation and has a can-do attitude and always admired and knowing its reputation for delivering genuine hospitality as well as putting emphasis on the importance of company culture, and the growth of its associates. Syed is experienced in the opening of Hotels from construction to operations opening in his career. Syed also has an interest in playing Pool/Billiards, Cricket and Badminton. Please come forward and speak to him regarding any matters/issues and he will be more than happy to serve you.

Vicky Cheung
Customer Service Assistant

Vicky brought up in multicultural city Hong Kong. She had experience with community development and social service. Passionate about travelling, reading, watching movies and hiking. She loves to meet new friends from all over the world and build up a lively, warm and friendly community.  Vicky is very excited to be customer services support and being with all of Atirans.

Saratou Issoufou
Customer Service Assistant

Sara is passionate about foreign languages and cultures. Originally from Canada, she graduated in Spanish translations and modern Chinese. After living in Spain and China during her studies, she worked at the airport of Montreal as an interpreter for Latin American transit passengers. Although she loves her city, she decided to expand her horizons and opportunities by coming to Australia. She enjoys working with Atira students and team because it’s a chance to create beautiful connections, to share and to grow altogether.

Livi Scritchley
Senior Resident Assistant

Livi is Australian born but has been living overseas since she was 6 years old, coming back to Melbourne to pursue tertiary studies in Economics and Politics & International Studies. With an outgoing personality and attention to detail, she is ready to create events for residents to enjoy and be there to answer any questions! Livi is always down to chat with residents and is looking forward to providing a safe, welcoming environment at Peel St through the RA team.

Zoe Gan
Resident Assistant

Zoe is a commerce student from Malaysia who loves meeting new people. She has many interests and is always open to trying new things. Mindful and considerate of others, Zoe is passionate about helping people with their problems or difficulties. She is honoured to be apart of the RA team and intends to work together with all the staff and residents in creating an inclusive and welcoming community at Atira Student Living.

Nicollas Branchini Do Vale
Resident Assistant

Nicollas was raised in Brazil and moved to Melbourne to study physics. With experience in organizing and hosting events he is committed to make every student’s experience at Atira a memorable one. He is looking forward to contribute to a healthy and enjoyable multicultural community. Nicollas is honoured to be a part of Atira’s team and will do his best to make every student feel home.

Lisa Nathan
Resident Assistant

Lisa is an 18 year old student, studying a Bachelor of Design and Majoring in Digital Technologies at the University of Melbourne. Born in Singapore but raised in Perth, Australia, she has grown up in a diverse, multicultural world. Lisa is an information technology enthusiast who enjoys computer programming, designing websites and editing videos. In her spare time, you can catch her at the shopping mall, eating spaghetti or chilling at the beach! Lisa looks forward to working with the Atria Team to build a friendly, diverse community and making your stay at Atira Peel St is as enjoyable as it can be.

Lance Tan
Resident Assistant

Lance is a Marketing Communications student from the Philippines. An ambivert at heart, he enjoys all kinds of activities — from sleeping to partying, from reading books to hiking. Don’t let his goofball personality fool you, he’s always willing to lend a helping hand. Lance is extremely excited to help create and be part of a close, tight-knit community at Atira Peel St.

Caitlin Owyong
Resident Assistant

Cait loves bringing people together and making new connections, which is why she makes a fantastic member of the Peel St RA Team! Born and raised in Perth with Malaysian/Singaporean heritage, Cait is an avid beach-lover with a taste for Asian cuisine. She is committed to making Atira a warm, welcoming community that residents are glad to call home. Cait always strives to use her skills in a way that will benefit students, whether it be running writing workshops or hosting weekend outings. You can find her on duty with a ready smile and helping hand!

Alex Mienczakowski
Resident Assistant

Born in Australia but having lived in the UAE and Malaysia for most of his life, Alex has many experiences in life that has shaped his cultural understanding. He’s easily approachable and always keen to give a helping hand. Studying design and his interest in sport, Alex is enthusiastic about making Atira Peel Street an active and enjoyable environment with plenty of events. Alex is very excited to be working as a RA for Peel Street and looks forward to working in a great community.

Claire Chen
Resident Assistant

Siyao Chen is a passionate Chinese student studying at the University of Melbourne. She loves making connection and building relationships with people from various cultural backgrounds. Helping others can always make her feel fulfilled. She is now part of the Atira Team, working as a resident assistant. With her over 6 years’ experience working in various student organizations, she is trying her best to offer better supports to every student living in Atira. Working together with the wonderful RA team in Peel, she contributes her efforts to help create a warmer and more welcoming Atira with all the colorful events.

Christopher Fredes
Resident Assistant

Christopher is a 24 year old Australian born passionate Paramedic Student with a Chilean background which he wears on his sleeve. With an experience ranging from Function Organisation to Handyman to Chef, Christopher has experience and knowledge in many different fields and environments. A lover of sport, family and travel Christopher is friendly and willing to go the extra mile to help the community at Atira Student Living.

Katy Li
Resident Assistant

Katy was born and raised in Shanghai, China, and furthered studied in Auckland, New Zealand for three years. Eventually, she found Melbourne a sweat spot between the hustling and bustling metropolitan lifestyle and leisure country mode of life. Her experience has enabled her to grasp a better understanding of how different Eastern and Western culture differs, and is aiming to break the barrier by advocating everyone to engage in various community activities and be part of Atira family, so that everyone from different parts of the world is able to merge into this multicultural community. In her spare time, she loves playing badminton (at the badminton club at Melbourne uni)  and ice-skating, and is open for anyone who would love to join her!