Senior Property Portfolio Manager (Industrial) - Johannesburg

SUMMARY:

Role Purpose

The Senior Property Portfolio Manager is responsible for the strategic and operational management of an allocated portfolio of industrial properties. The role focuses on maximising returns for clients, driving profitability within the business unit, and ensuring the effective management, leasing, and maintenance of properties within the portfolio.
The incumbent will also play a key role in business development, stakeholder engagement, and team leadership while ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and company standards.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership

Oversee performance management, training, and development of the team.
Drive corporate culture initiatives and maintain a positive working environment.
Ensure team members are competent, supported, and performance issues are addressed promptly.

Leasing

Conduct prospecting and canvassing activities to secure tenants.
Negotiate and conclude leasing agreements in line with company mandates and commercial objectives.

New Business Development

Identify and evaluate potential properties for management, ensuring alignment with the company’s strategy and portfolio objectives.
Build, maintain, and manage a comprehensive prospect database.
Actively pursue and engage new business opportunities to expand the client base.
Prepare and deliver professional pitches including deal analysis, financial evaluations, presentations, and proposals.
Negotiate, finalise, and implement management agreements and mandates with new clients.

Public Relations and Community Engagement

Maintain a proactive relationship with local government and regulatory authorities.
Participate in business and property-related forums to promote the organisation regionally.
Engage in relevant community projects and corporate social responsibility initiatives.

Property Management

Arrange and manage service contractors according to required specifications and operational needs in collaboration with the Facilities Centre.
Oversee contractor performance and liaise with contractor management teams.

Inspections

Manage the property inspection programme in collaboration with the Operations Manager.
Conduct scheduled inspections with the Facilities Centre.
Carry out ad hoc inspections when required.

Tenant Installations

Oversee the tenant installation process to ensure installations meet specifications, timelines, and contractual requirements.

Maintenance and Repairs

Oversee day-to-day and planned maintenance activities.
Ensure properties remain operational, compliant, and well-maintained.

Compliance and Health & Safety

Ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and other statutory requirements.
Participate in and oversee health and safety meetings.
Maintain proper record keeping and administration related to property operations.

Administration and Reporting

Maintain accurate documentation and records relating to property operations and tenant engagements.
Conduct parking audits and ensure proper monitoring of parking management where applicable.
 

 

POSITION INFO:

Role Requirements

Qualifications

Minimum Grade 12.
A business or property-related tertiary qualification is preferred.

Registration

Valid Fidelity Fund Certificate (FFC) with compliance in terms of the Property Practitioners Regulatory Authority (PPRA).

Experience

At least 5 – 7 years’ experience in the industrial property management industry.

Technical Competencies

Advanced computer literacy including MS Office (particularly Excel).
Experience with property management systems such as SAP or MDA.
Expertise in budgeting, financial management, and expense control.
Awareness of property market trends and ability to adapt strategies accordingly.
In-depth knowledge of commercial property management.
Working knowledge of technical aspects related to property maintenance and repairs.
Strong understanding of lease agreements and common law principles applicable to leasing.
Understanding of statutory requirements including the Occupational Health and Safety Act, POPIA, FICA, and relevant sections of the Labour Relations Act.

Leadership and Communication Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to negotiate effectively and build relationships with tenants, brokers, and stakeholders.
Proven ability to manage and lead a team.

Additional Requirements

Valid driver’s licence.
Should you not receive a response within 10 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

 

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