Property Manager - Industrial

ESR Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ESR Group is seeking aProperty Manager to join the Asset Management team in Australia. You will manage a NSW/SA portfolio, strengthen tenant relationships, and support budgetary and operational performance across industrial and commercial assets.

This hands-on role covers property operations, financial management, tenant engagement and capital projects within a high-performing team. A tertiary property/real estate degree and 2–5 years of relevant experience are expected, with Yardi knowledge

Qualifications

• 2–5 years' experience in commercial/industrial property management or asset management
• Tertiary qualification in property, real estate, business, commerce, or related discipline
• Experience with property operations, lease administration, budgeting, outgoings recoveries, and financial reporting (Yardi viewed favourably)

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of industrial and commercial assets across NSW and SA, delivering tenant service and fostering relationships to support occupancy and retention
• Drive financial performance through budgeting, forecasting, reporting, income optimisation, and management of outgoings and arrears
• Oversee day-to-day property operations, including lease administration, rental reviews, reporting, compliance, and data integrity in Yardi
• Collaborate with Facilities Managers and service providers to ensure assets are well maintained and presented to a high standard
• Partner with internal and external stakeholders on leasing activities, tenant matters, and capital projects

Skills

Tenant relationships

Stakeholder management

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Communication

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Property/Real Estate

Tools

Yardi

Job description

Join ESR Group, APAC's largest real asset manager powered by the New Economy. In Australia and New Zealand, ESR manages over AU$28 billion of industrial, logistics, and commercial real estate assets, delivering exceptional outcomes for customers, investors, and communities.

We are seeking a customer-focused and commercially minded Property Manager to join our Asset Management team. Working closely with the Asset Manager, you will take ownership of a designated property portfolio across NSW and SA, building strong tenant relationships, driving customer satisfaction and retention, and supporting the financial and operational performance of the assets. This is a hands-on role offering broad exposure across property operations, financial management, tenant engagement, and capital projects within a high-performing team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a portfolio of industrial and commercial assets across NSW and SA, delivering exceptional tenant service and fostering strong customer relationships to support occupancy and retention

• Drive the financial performance of assets through budgeting, forecasting, reporting, income optimisation, and management of outgoings, recoveries, and arrears
• Oversee day-to-day property operations, including lease administration, rental reviews, reporting, compliance, and maintenance of accurate property data in Yardi
• Partner with Facilities Managers and service providers to ensure assets are well maintained, operationally efficient, and presented to a high standard
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on leasing activities, tenant matters, capital projects, lease negotiations, and asset improvement initiatives

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate the following skills, experience and approach:

• Tertiary qualification in property, real estate, business, commerce, or a related discipline
• Approximately 2-5 years' experience in commercial or industrial property management, asset management, facilities management, or a related property field
• Strong understanding of property operations, lease administration, budgeting, outgoings recoveries, and financial reporting, with experience using property management systems such as Yardi viewed favourably
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with tenants, contractors, and internal teams
• Full driving License and able to travel to South Australia every few months or as required.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

Grow with us - Career growth and learning

We believe our greatest strength lies in the growth and development of our team. From day one, we create an environment that builds confidence and lays the foundation for long-term success. Whether you're stepping into a more senior role or advancing your career, we provide the tools, learning opportunities, and guidance to help you thrive.

More about career growth at ESR - https://au.esr.com/careers/

Our values and purpose

Our values are the foundation of everything we do - shaping our performance, culture, and ambition. Our purpose is rooted in the pursuit of excellence across all areas of our business, with a focus on maintaining the highest standards of performance, accountability, and integrity.

When you join us, you commit to three core principles:

• We Do the Right Thing: Integrity is non-negotiable. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of accountability, ensuring that every financial decision and business move is ethical and transparent
• We Win as One Team: Our culture thrives on collective success. We break down silos to achieve shared outcomes
• We Think Beyond the Present: We focus on long-term value creation and sustainable growth

At ESR Group, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and high-performing workplace that embraces diversity of thought, background and experience. We actively support equity and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. If you believe you can add value, we would welcome your application.