Hybrid Residential Property Portfolio Manager | PE

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid contributions

Provident fund

Hybrid work model

Training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Residential Property Portfolio Manager to oversee a portfolio in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape. You will handle tenant relations, leases, maintenance coordination and financial reporting for the assigned properties.

Key duties include tenant screening, rent collection, inspections, and ensuring compliance with South Africa’s landlord-tenant laws. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for success in a hybrid work setup.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in residential property management.
• Strong understanding of tenant laws and lease agreements in the Eastern Cape.
• Proficiency with property management software such as PayProp and MDA.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle for property visits.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of residential rental properties, acting as the primary contact for tenants and owners.
• Oversee tenant screening, lease agreements, and rent collection processes.
• Respond promptly to tenant inquiries, maintenance requests, and property issues.
• Coordinate with maintenance staff and external vendors for timely repairs.
• Conduct regular property inspections to ensure lease compliance and safety.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and reports detailing income, expenses and occupancy.
• Market vacant properties, arrange viewings and facilitate tenant onboarding.
• Ensure compliance with landlord-tenant laws in South Africa.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Conflict resolution

Teamwork

Independent worker

Education

Property Management / Business Administration qualification

Tools

PayProp

MDA

MS Office

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Residential Property Portfolio Manager to oversee a portfolio in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape. You will handle tenant relations, leases, maintenance coordination and financial reporting for the assigned properties.

Key duties include tenant screening, rent collection, inspections, and ensuring compliance with South Africa’s landlord-tenant laws. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for success in a hybrid work setup.