PROPERTY MANAGER / BDM
YPA Estate Agents Melton & Bacchus Marsh | Residential & Commercial Property Management
About the Role
YPA Estate Agents Melton & Bacchus Marsh are seeking an experienced, motivated and customer-focused Property Manager to join our growing team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated professional who is passionate about property management, building strong client relationships and delivering exceptional service. You will be responsible for managing a portfolio of residential and commercial properties, ensuring properties are maintained to a high standard, landlords receive outstanding service, and tenants enjoy a positive rental experience.
We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, demonstrates initiative, communicates effectively and is committed to growing and maintaining a successful property portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
As a Property Manager, your responsibilities will include:
- Portfolio Management: Oversee and manage a portfolio of residential and commercial properties, ensuring all properties are professionally managed and maintained.
- Landlord & Tenant Relations: Build and maintain strong relationships with property owners and tenants through proactive communication, exceptional service and timely follow-up.
- Rent & Arrears Management: Monitor rental payments, follow up outstanding arrears and implement effective strategies to minimise rental losses.
- Property Inspections: Conduct routine, outgoing inspections, identifying maintenance requirements and ensuring properties are maintained appropriately.
- Maintenance Coordination: Liaise with landlords, renters and contractors to coordinate repairs, maintenance and urgent property issues efficiently.
- Legislation & Compliance: Ensure properties are managed in accordance with relevant Victorian legislation, rental regulations and industry requirements.
- VCAT & Dispute Resolution: Manage tenancy disputes, prepare supporting documentation and evidence for tribunal hearings, and represent the business professionally where required.
- Financial Management: Monitor property-related expenses, review invoices, provide landlords with updates and ensure accurate property records are maintained.
- Marketing & Advertising: Assist with the effective marketing of rental properties to attract quality tenants and minimise vacancy periods.
- Portfolio Growth & Retention: Identify opportunities to grow the rent roll, secure new managements and strengthen relationships with existing landlords to maximise client retention.
- Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with colleagues and management to achieve departmental targets, maintain high service standards and contribute to the continued success of the business.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will be a confident and organised professional who can manage competing priorities while maintaining a high standard of customer service.
You will ideally possess:
- Proven experience in residential property management, with commercial property management experience highly regarded but not essential.
- A strong understanding of Victorian tenancy legislation and property management compliance requirements.
- Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage deadlines and competing priorities.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving, maintenance coordination and dispute resolution.
- The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment.
- A strong commitment to customer service, professionalism and attention to detail.
- Experience using PropertyMe property management software.
- A Certificate IV in Real Estate Practice or an equivalent recognised qualification.
- A current driver's licence.
- A commitment to portfolio growth, landlord retention and achieving business objectives.
Most importantly, we are looking for someone who takes ownership of their portfolio, follows through on commitments and consistently strives to deliver outstanding results for landlords and tenants.
About YPA Estate Agents
YPA Estate Agents is a recognised name in the real estate industry, committed to delivering exceptional service, building lasting relationships and achieving outstanding outcomes for our clients.
Our team values professionalism, integrity, accountability and collaboration. We believe in creating a supportive working environment where our people are encouraged to develop their skills, take initiative and contribute to the ongoing success of the business.
Joining YPA means becoming part of a team that values hard work, client satisfaction and continuous improvement.
What's in It for You?
- Career Development: Opportunities to expand your skills, knowledge and experience within the real estate industry.
- Supportive Team Environment: Work alongside a collaborative team that values communication, teamwork and shared success.
- Professional Growth: Develop your property management expertise and contribute to the growth of the business.
- Variety & Responsibility: Manage a diverse portfolio and take ownership of your day-to-day responsibilities.
- Opportunity to Make an Impact: Play an important role in delivering exceptional client service and growing a successful property management portfolio.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you are an experienced Property Manager looking for your next opportunity and want to join a business that values professionalism, initiative and exceptional customer service, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today and take the next step in your property management career with YPA Estate Agents!