“Until yesterday, Aveo Group was not aware of the charges laid against Mr Macintosh,” said a company spokesman.

“Aveo Group is distressed and disappointed at the alleged incidents concerning Mr Macintosh. He has tendered his resignation to the company today and is no longer an employee of Aveo Group.

“Aveo will continue to extend its support to Mr Macintosh for help that he may require.”

Mr Macintosh is also on Brisbane City Council's Inclusive Brisbane Board, which advises on community issues associated with development and planning, including land use, affordability, community facilities and economic viability.

It is unwelcome publicity for the ASX-listed Aveo which is still recovering from the Fairfax Media investigation last year which claimed the company exploited its elderly residents for financial gain.

The ACCC launched an investigation into the allegations and a class action was instigated against the company by Sydney law firm Levitt Robinson.

Aveo promised to simplify its contracts and improve its complaints process following the allegations.

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