Estate Manager

SUMMARY:
An exclusive property development in the Bloubergstrand area (Cape Town), is looking for an experienced Estate Manager to oversee the full spectrum of operational, maintenance, and facilities functions within a multi-component residential and hospitality environment.

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.
Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all daily operations including maintenance, security, cleaning, landscaping, and overall upkeep of the estate.
• Identify, assess, and diagnose maintenance issues across the estate, determining the cause and appropriate corrective action (repair, service, or replacement).
• Supervise and coordinate all staff.
• Prepare, manage, and present annual maintenance budgets and financial reports in collaboration with property owners and management.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules to preserve asset value and minimise long-term costs.
• Monitor quality and compliance of all maintenance and operational activities across the estate.
• Maintain accurate records including maintenance logs, asset registers, and operational documentation.
• Ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and all relevant property management regulations.
• Address maintenance issues and operational challenges promptly and professionally.
• Enforce estate rules consistently and uphold a high standard of conduct and presentation across the estate.
• Provide after-hours support when urgent matters arise.
• Foster professional relationships with trustees, residents/owners, suppliers, and the property’s management team.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for staff to report any issues or concerns, including maintenance, repairs, or replacements, and ensure these matters are assessed, actioned, and resolved efficiently.

• Matric / Grade 12.
• National Diploma or Degree/s in Facilities Management, Property Management, Building / Construction Management / Engineering / Business Administration.
• Minimum of 10–15 years’ experience in estate, facilities, or property management, ideally within mixed-use or hospitality-linked environments.
• 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).

• 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.

• Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:00 (with flexibility for after-hours emergencies).
• Candidates must reside within a 30-minute drive of Bloubergstrand area.
• A full onboarding and support process will be provided during the first month, followed by a three-month probation period.