Estate Manager

Independent Schools Association of Southern Africa; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent school in South Africa is seeking an experienced Estate Manager to ensure the campus is maintained to the highest standards. The role involves supervising maintenance teams, managing repairs, and ensuring safety compliance. Candidates should hold a relevant qualification and possess a minimum of 5 years in estate or facilities management. This position offers the opportunity to contribute significantly to creating an inspiring environment for students and staff.

Benefits

Collaborative work environment

Opportunity to manage a leading school estate

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in estate, facilities, or property management.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, grounds maintenance, and general repair work.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise the maintenance team.
• Oversee day-to-day maintenance and repairs.
• Coordinate scheduled maintenance plans.
• Monitor and maintain school infrastructure.
• Ensure effective upkeep of outdoor spaces.
• Manage relationships with contractors.

Skills

Leadership experience

Excellent organisational skills

Interpersonal communication

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Relevant qualification in Facilities Management

Job description

About the Role

Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, the Estate Manager plays a key role in ensuring that Redhill School’s campus is maintained to the highest standard. This includes supervising maintenance teams, managing building and grounds upkeep, coordinating renovations and upgrades, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

The Estate Manager will work closely with contractors, service providers, and internal teams to deliver a safe, functional, and aesthetically pleasing environment that supports the school’s academic and co-curricular programmes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise the maintenance team responsible for buildings, grounds, and equipment.
• Oversee the day-to-day maintenance and repairs of school facilities, ensuring work is completed efficiently and to a high standard.
• Coordinate scheduled maintenance plans and respond to urgent repair needs.
• Monitor and maintain school infrastructure, including plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Ensure the effective upkeep of gardens, sports fields, and outdoor spaces.
• Manage relationships with external contractors, ensuring work meets quality and compliance standards.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance schedules, inspections, and safety checks.
• Implement and uphold health, safety, and environmental compliance across all areas.
• Monitor budgets related to maintenance and estate management, ensuring cost-effective solutions.
• Support the setup and breakdown of facilities for school events and functions.
• Manage internal transport requirements.
• Flexibility and willingness to work after hours and weekends when necessary.
• A relevant qualification in Facilities Management, Estate Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in estate, facilities, or property management.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, grounds maintenance, and general repair work.
• Leadership experience with the ability to manage and motivate a team.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Good interpersonal and communication abilities for liaising with staff, students, and contractors.

Ideal Candidate Attributes

• A proactive and solutions-driven individual who takes pride in creating a well-maintained environment.
• Ability to work under pressure and respond quickly to operational challenges.
• High level of integrity, accountability, and attention to detail.

What We Offer

• An opportunity to manage and maintain the estate of a leading independent school.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• A role that contributes directly to creating an inspiring and safe learning space for students and staff.

Applications close at 15h00 on Friday, 19 September 2025.

Please note: Redhill School reserves the right to make an appointment prior to the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified. If you have not heard from us by 20 October 2025, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Redhill School, in line with POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act), will ensure the confidentiality of all applicants. By submitting your application, you consent to your information being used solely for recruitment and selection purposes.

Closing Date

19/09/2025