Centre Manager

Knight Frank; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extra leave

Wellness days

Birthday off

Job summary

Knight Frank Australia seeks a hands‑on Centre Manager to oversee daily operations for a shopping centre portfolio in the West of Sydney, including Ropes Crossing, Cherrybrook, Jordon Springs and Lake Munmorah. You will balance day‑to‑day management with a complex stakeholder environment to drive improvements and visible outcomes for retailers, customers and the local community.

You will lead on‑site teams, manage budgets and capital plans, and collaborate with Asset Management, Leasing and

Qualifications

• Experience leading day‑to‑day operations of a shopping centre or portfolio.
• Ability to drive foot traffic, retailer performance and customer experience.
• Proven track record in motivating on‑site teams and delivering service excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead day‑to‑day management delivering operational, commercial and customer outcomes.
• Prepare and manage annual operating budgets, forecasts and capex plans.
• Drive retailer engagement and performance through proactive communication and issue resolution.
• Monitor centre performance: sales trends, customer feedback, occupancy and key metrics for improvement.
• Partner with Asset Management, Leasing and Marketing to support activations and asset enhancement.
• Oversee facilities management, maintenance programs, safety and contractor performance.
• Ensure compliance with safety, risk, governance and records management.

Skills

Centre management

Stakeholder engagement

People leadership

Customer experience

Job description

Take the reins of a portfolio of 4 x shopping centres, Ropes Crossing, Cherrybrook, Jordon Springs & Lake Munmorah

Bring your experience, ideas and leadership style to improve operations and customer experience.

Work alongside engaged stakeholders and an on-site team committed to delivering results.

Who we are looking for:

• A retail property professional who understands what drives foot traffic, retailer success and customer experience.
• A leader who can balance operational excellence with commercial outcomes and long-term asset performance.
• Someone who takes pride in creating vibrant destinations where retailers, customers and the local community thrive.
• An experienced people leader who can motivate on-site teams and foster a culture of accountability and service excellence.
• A proactive communicator who can influence outcomes across multiple stakeholder groups and navigate competing priorities.
• A hands-on Centre Manager who leads from the front and stays connected to the day-to-day operation.

The Role:

We're seeking a hands-on Centre Manager to oversee the daily operations of a shopping centre in the West of Sydney, balancing business‑as‑usual management with a complex stakeholder environment. You'll be empowered to drive improvements, resolve challenges and make a visible difference across the centre.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the day-to-day management of this centre delivering exceptional operational, commercial and customer outcomes.
• Prepare and manage annual operating budgets, forecasts and capital expenditure plans, ensuring strong financial performance and cost control.
• Drive retailer engagement and performance through proactive communication, issue resolution and a customer‑focused approach.
• Monitor centre performance, including sales trends, customer feedback, occupancy and key operational metrics, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Partner with Asset Management, Leasing and Marketing teams to support activations, events, leasing initiatives and asset enhancement opportunities.
• Oversee facilities management, maintenance programs, essential services and contractor performance to ensure a safe, well‑presented and operationally efficient environment.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory, safety, risk management and governance requirements, maintaining accurate records and operational documentation.
• Lead the delivery of capital works, upgrades and asset initiatives, ensuring minimal disruption to retailers, customers and trade.
• Identify and implement opportunities to enhance the customer experience, strengthen retailer performance and contribute to the long‑term success of the assets.

About Knight Frank

Knight Frank Australia is part of the world’s largest privately owned property consultancy. We provide transactional and advisory services across commercial property, including office, retail, and industrial assets.

What’s in it for you?

Enjoy two extra weeks of leave, two wellness days every year, and your birthday off to celebrate your way

People first culture with visible, approachable leaders who keep everyone connected through open conversations and regular business updates

Drive your career forward with structured six‑monthly check‑ins and the ability to start growth conversations anytime.

Work smarter with purpose‑built property platforms and technology designed to save you time every day

Important to know

• You must have valid Australian working rights to be considered
• A police check is required for successful candidates.
• We use AI tools to assist with hiring, but people make the final decisions
• We are currently NOT accepting candidates via an agency, we have PSA’s in place.