Property Manager

Recruitment Matters Africa · Cape Town, Western Cape

Posted 30 October 2026

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Job Description

Key Requirements

  • Relevant qualification in Property Management, Real Estate, Facilities Management, or a related discipline.
  • Proven experience managing residential and industrial properties, including leased and owned assets.
  • Strong knowledge of lease agreements, tenant management, rental collections, and property regulations.
  • Experience coordinating property maintenance, inspections, renovations, and contractor services.
  • Ability to analyse property performance, identify improvement opportunities, and maximise asset value.
  • Knowledge of budgeting, cost control, supplier negotiations, and property-related financial administration.
  • Understanding of health, safety, and regulatory compliance requirements.
  • Strong communication, negotiation, planning, and problem-solving abilities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage property portfolios and implement strategies to improve asset value, profitability, and operational efficiency.
  • Oversee tenant relationships, lease agreements, renewals, rent reviews, rental collections, and vacancy management.
  • Market vacant properties, screen prospective tenants, conduct viewings, and coordinate tenant move-ins and move-outs.
  • Coordinate preventive maintenance, emergency repairs, inspections, and property upkeep.
  • Manage contractors, suppliers, and service providers while monitoring service quality and costs.
  • Identify and coordinate property renovations, upgrades, and improvement projects.
  • Monitor property performance, market trends, expenditure, and opportunities for optimisation.
  • Maintain accurate lease documents, tenant records, inspection reports, and maintenance records.
  • Ensure properties meet operational, health, safety, and regulatory standards.
  • Provide administrative support for infrastructure developments and property-related projects.

Key Skills

  • Property portfolio and asset management.
  • Lease administration and contract negotiation.
  • Tenant relations and dispute resolution.
  • Rental collection and arrears management.
  • Property inspections and maintenance planning.
  • Contractor, supplier, and service provider management.
  • Budgeting, cost control, and financial reporting.
  • Renovation and project coordination.
  • Market research and property performance analysis.
  • Risk management and regulatory compliance.
  • Recordkeeping and administrative management.
  • Negotiation and stakeholder communication.
  • Time management and organisational skills.
  • Problem-solving and decision-making.
  • Attention to detail and quality control.
  • Ability to manage multiple properties and priorities.

Qualifications

  • Qualification in Property Management, Real Estate, Facilities Management, or a related field.
  • Relevant experience managing residential and industrial property portfolios.
  • Experience with lease agreements, tenant screening, and rental administration.
  • Knowledge of property maintenance, inspections, and contractor coordination.
  • Experience managing renovations, upgrades, and property improvement projects.
  • Understanding of property legislation, health and safety, and compliance standards.
  • Experience monitoring property budgets, expenses, and operational performance.
  • Strong computer skills for maintaining property records, reports, and documentation.
  • Experience liaising with property agents, legal teams, finance departments, and service providers.
  • Ability to provide administrative support for infrastructure and development projects.
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