Centre Manager

Key Responsibilities: 1. Financial & Budget Management

• Prepare and manage the centres annual income and expense budget. • Track rental collections, turnover rentals, and recoveries. • Report monthly on income statement variances and recommend cost improvements. • Support long-term maintenance and CAPEX planning. 2. Leasing & Vacancies

• Ensure timely lease renewals and manage vacating tenants. • Prepare vacant spaces for optimal marketing exposure. • Implement a strong letting strategy in collaboration with Asset Managers. • Canvass, negotiate and finalise lease agreements. 3. Arrears Control

• Collaborate weekly with credit control to monitor and resolve outstanding rental. • Engage with tenants and escalate legal arrears where necessary. • Participate in reporting and write-off processes. 4. Operational Excellence

• Oversee security, cleaning, maintenance, and health & safety protocols. • Prioritise the customer journey and ensure a positive visitor experience. • Manage the "look and feel" of the property to high standards. 5. Marketing & Branding

• Develop and implement annual marketing strategy with the marketing team. • Drive promotional activities, events, and seasonal campaigns. • Manage marketing budgets, social media, PR, and community involvement. • Ensure consistent brand representation across all touchpoints. 6. Team Leadership & Communication

• Manage on-site centre management team and marketing staff. • Lead regular team meetings, performance reviews, and reporting. • Ensure high standards in communication, reporting, and documentation. 7. Reporting

• Submit accurate monthly management reports and marketing spend updates.
• Present centre performance insights to the Asset Manager and ownership.

Minimum Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in retail or commercial property management.
• Experience managing a centre of similar scale (GLA ±20,000m²) preferred.
• Strong understanding of leasing, finance, arrears management, and operations.
• Proficiency in MDA, MRI, or PIMS an advantage.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Tertiary qualification in Property, Business, or Marketing is advantageous.
• Based in Hartenbos or willing to relocate.

What Youll Gain

• Join a dynamic, growth-focused property group with a national footprint.
• Lead a major retail centre in one of the Garden Routes most vibrant towns.
• Enjoy competitive compensation and long-term career development.

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