Estate Manager

SUMMARY:
An exclusive property in the Hospitality and Leisure industry, situated in the Bloubergstrand area (Cape Town), is looking for an experienced Estate Manager to oversee the full spectrum of operational, maintenance, and facilities functions.

Candidates must reside within a 30-minute drive of Bloubergstrand area, in Cape Town.

POSITION INFO:
This hands-on management role requires a mature professional with strong technical, financial, and interpersonal abilities who can balance the expectations of multiple stakeholders while maintaining excellence in all aspects of estate operations.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

• Matric / Grade 12.
• National Diploma or Degree/s in Facilities Management, Property Management, Building / Construction Management / Engineering / Business Administration.
• Minimum 8 plus years’ experience in estate management of a hotel with apartments for permanent residents.
• Proven ability to identify, assess, and diagnose maintenance or structural issues, and determine the appropriate course of action for repair, servicing, or replacement.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, financial controls, and operational systems effectively.
• Strong understanding of sectional title and property-related legislation.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Proficient in MS Office with sound administrative discipline.
• Valid driver’s licence and own reliable transport (essential).

• Manage all daily estate operations including maintenance, security, landscaping, and cleaning.
• Oversee staff all staff to ensure efficient, high-quality delivery.
• Diagnose and resolve maintenance and structural issues promptly.
• Prepare and manage annual budgets, reports, and preventative maintenance plans.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and property legislation.
• Maintain accurate administrative and operational records.
• Uphold estate rules, presentation standards, and positive stakeholder relationships.
• Provide after-hours support for urgent matters.

• Mature, ethical, and dependable with strong leadership presence.
• Calm and diplomatic when managing diverse stakeholder needs.
• Hands-on and proactive with excellent attention to detail.
• Organised and methodical in planning and execution.
• Professional and consistent in communication and decision-making.
• Must be in good health and physically fit to do daily walk-abouts.

• Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:00 (with flexibility for after-hours emergencies).
• A full onboarding and support process will be provided during the first month, followed by a three-month probation period.