Trainee Strata Manager — Hybrid Training & Growth

The PICA Group; Cairns Regional; Hybrid; AUD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Flexible hybrid work

Challenging work

Belonging culture

Giving back

PICA perks

Job summary

The PICA Group is Australia’s leading strata and property services provider. This hands-on learning role sits alongside experienced Strata Managers to gain practical skills in compliance, budgeting, and day-to-day management of strata communities.

You will learn how committees make decisions, how legislation is applied in real situations, and how to develop the judgment required to manage a portfolio independently over time. We offer a hybrid work setup and a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret rules, policies, or legislation and apply them thoughtfully.
• Clear, professional communication skills, particularly in complex or sensitive situations.
• Strong organisation and follow-through in a busy environment.
• Confidence working with numbers, budgets, or financial information.
• Comfort using systems, documenting decisions, and maintaining accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing a structured strata portfolio with increasing ownership.
• Prepare and deliver AGMs, EGMs, and committee meetings including agendas and minutes.
• Apply strata legislation and governance principles with guidance.
• Coordinate maintenance requests and operational tasks; track and resolve issues.
• Collaborate with Strata Managers, assistants, and internal teams to deliver consistent service.
• Maintain accurate records and system updates to support compliance.

Skills

Ability to interpret rules

Clear communication

Organisational skills

Numerical confidence

Systematic record-keeping

Learn quickly

Job description

The PICA Group is Australia’s leading strata and property services provider. This hands-on learning role sits alongside experienced Strata Managers to gain practical skills in compliance, budgeting, and day-to-day management of strata communities.

You will learn how committees make decisions, how legislation is applied in real situations, and how to develop the judgment required to manage a portfolio independently over time. We offer a hybrid work setup and a supportive team culture.