Estate Manager

Inspired Education Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global education group is seeking a dynamic Estate Manager for Reddam House Helderfontein in Johannesburg. This full-time role requires at least 5 years of experience in Estate and Facilities Management, with responsibilities including overseeing property maintenance, staff management, and compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have strong planning skills and technical expertise. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a growing school environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of proven experience in Estate and/or Facilities Management.
• Experience in a regulated environment.
• Fluency in spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Manage all estate, property, and infrastructure aspects.
• Oversee daily estate operations including staff and schedules.
• Communicate relevant information effectively to staff.

Skills

Planning and preparation skills

Team player

Technical expertise

Education

University degree or diploma

Job description

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 118 premium private schools in 27 countries spanning 6 continents, which utilize proven educational practices from around the world, ensuring over 90,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

Founded in 2013 by Nadim M. Nsouli, Inspired is backed by investors such as Stonepeak, GIC, TA Associates, and the Oppenheimer and Mansour family offices. The Group is experiencing 20% annual growth through acquisition, greenfield site expansion, and development of existing schools. In 2023, Inspired was recognized by Beauhurst as one of the UK's top 10 highest-value private companies.

OUR SCHOOL :

Reddam House Helderfontein is a premier private school located in the picturesque Helderfontein Estate Valley, surrounded by the leafy suburbs of Dainfern, Fourways, Lonehill, and Broadacres. The campus offers a tranquil, secure, nurturing environment that encourages outdoor learning. Reddam House Helderfontein provides a balanced, holistic, innovative learning experience, helping students realize their unique talents and abilities in pursuit of academic excellence. Being in the Fourways area offers convenience, security, and exclusivity, serving families in the Fourways, Sandton, and Gauteng regions. We offer weekly and termly boarding from Grade 6–12, accommodating students from neighboring countries including Botswana, Zambia, and Mozambique.

ROLE SUMMARY :

An exciting opportunity in an expanding school environment, this full-time role will contribute to and lead the implementation of a comprehensive estates strategy for Reddam House Helderfontein. Working with the Executive Headmaster and senior management, the candidate will manage all estate, property, and infrastructure aspects, including service staff, upkeep, care, maintenance, security, health and safety, and facilities management, ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.

We seek a dynamic individual with ambition, leadership, and organizational skills. The ideal candidate will have at least 5+ years of proven experience in Estate and/or Facilities Management, with keen attention to detail and the flexibility to manage multiple operational aspects efficiently.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Meet regularly with management to discuss estate requirements and plans
• Ensure buildings, infrastructure, and grounds are well-maintained, secure, and compliant
• Oversee daily estate operations, including staff, schedules, and bookings
• Assign tasks, supervise progress, and sign off completed work
• Conduct regular inspections and maintain records
• Arrange servicing of equipment, machinery, systems, and vehicles
• Ensure the vehicle fleet is roadworthy and properly licensed
• Coordinate with armed response and onsite service providers
• Facilitate setup for functions and events
• Coordinate with staff to ensure smooth event operations
• Assist in evaluating and reviewing service staff performance
• Manage administrative functions for the estates department
• Communicate relevant information effectively to staff

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR :

• Strong planning and preparation skills
• Experience in a regulated environment
• Deep understanding of estate management
• Ability to assess, report, and develop action plans
• Effective team player
• Knowledge of infrastructure and grounds management
• Minimum 5+ years of relevant experience
• Technical expertise
• Fluency in spoken and written English
• Experience in property or project management
• High proficiency in computing
• University degree or diploma

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All staff, volunteers, and third parties must share this commitment. Pre-employment background checks and safer recruitment practices will be followed.

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