Centre Manager

Forum Recruitment; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Forum Recruitment is partnering with a leading retail property management organisation to appoint a Centre Manager in Brisbane. You will own the operational, financial, and strategic performance of a retail asset, working with the Portfolio Manager to lead centre management and tenant relations.

Key duties include operating the centre to high standards, budgeting and forecasting, coordinating contractors, ensuring health and safety compliance, and supporting leasing and marketing initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience in retail property, shopping centre, or commercial property management.
• Strong financial management skills including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to manage contractors, service providers, and operational projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the centre ensuring presentation, maintenance, and contractor performance meet standards.
• Develop and implement strategic asset plans, operating budgets, and financial forecasts to optimise asset performance.
• Build and maintain relationships with tenants, owners, contractors, local authorities, and community stakeholders.

Skills

Retail property management

Budgeting and forecasting

Stakeholder engagement

Contractor management

Tenant relations

Job description

About the company
Forum Recruitment is proud to partner with a leading retail property management organisation that specialises in delivering exceptional retail destinations and premium property services. With a strong focus on operational excellence, stakeholder engagement, and commercial performance, our client manages a diverse portfolio of retail assets and is committed to creating vibrant environments for retailers, customers, and local communities

About the role

As Centre Manager, you will take ownership of the operational, financial, and strategic performance of a retail asset. Working closely with the Portfolio Manager, you will lead all aspects of centre management, including stakeholder engagement, contractor management, budgeting, compliance, leasing support, and tenant relations.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the centre, ensuring presentation, maintenance, and contractor performance meet agreed standards.
• Develop and implement strategic asset plans, operating budgets, and financial forecasts to optimise asset performance.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with tenants, owners, contractors, local authorities, and community stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, risk management, and statutory requirements across the property.
• Monitor rental collections, manage debtor performance, and contribute to leasing and marketing initiatives that support centre growth.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous experience in retail property, shopping centre, or commercial property management.
• Strong financial management skills, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to manage contractors, service providers, and operational projects.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills with tenants, owners, and external partners.
• Current driver's licence and the ability to travel between sites as required.

What's in it for you?

You'll join a supportive and collaborative environment where your expertise will be valued. With opportunities for professional development, career progression, and exposure to a diverse range of property management responsibilities, this is an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your career.