Field-Based Property Manager — Colchester & Coastal Estates

FirstPort (UK); Colchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Private medical insurance

Pension contributions

Life assurance

Job summary

FirstPort is looking for a Property Manager to oversee a portfolio around Colchester, Harwich and Clacton-on-Sea. You will manage your diary, conduct site visits and lead stakeholder meetings, with full support from dedicated services to achieve smooth operations.

The role requires driving and experience in block management, with a focus on health and safety compliance and resident service excellence. A competitive salary, car allowance and benefits package are provided.

Qualifications

• Must be able to drive and have your own transport.
• Experience in block management and housing estates.
• Strong knowledge of Health and Safety regulations and Residential Landlord & Tenant legislation.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own schedule remotely, prioritising properties that need more attention and conducting regular site visits.
• Organise and lead meetings with key stakeholders, influencing decisions and resolving disputes.
• Oversee and authorise all expenditure, ensuring financial control and value for customers, while reviewing service charge accounts and budgets.
• Work with credit control to manage debt effectively across your portfolio.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety regulations, including fire safety, asbestos, and water hygiene controls.

Skills

Driving

Stakeholder communication

Teamwork

Budgeting

Health and Safety

Residential Landlord & Tenant law

Job description

FirstPort is looking for a Property Manager to oversee a portfolio around Colchester, Harwich and Clacton-on-Sea. You will manage your diary, conduct site visits and lead stakeholder meetings, with full support from dedicated services to achieve smooth operations.

The role requires driving and experience in block management, with a focus on health and safety compliance and resident service excellence. A competitive salary, car allowance and benefits package are provided.