Real Estate Property Manager

Avatar Advisory - Avatar Human Capital; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established dynamic Real Estate Company is seeking a Property Manager to effectively manage units in Kimberley for the Bloemfontein region. The successful candidate will oversee operational, financial, and compliance management of student accommodations, ensuring high occupancy and tenant satisfaction. Minimum requirements include a BSc in Property Studies or similar, 3–5 years’ experience in property management, and strong financial skills. The role offers a dynamic work environment focused on enhancing asset value and tenant relations.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in property management, preferably in student accommodation.
• Strong financial and administrative skills.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation (PPRA, OHS, POPIA).
• Experience managing contractors and facilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of student accommodation residences.
• Oversee tenant relations and issue resolution.
• Ensure compliance with lease agreements and property policies.
• Manage budgets, rental collections, and expense control.
• Conduct regular inspections and health & safety compliance.

Skills

Excellent knowledge of basic property management

Excellent negotiation and communication skills

Ability to manage staff and coordinate a large team

Proven relationship building ability

High problem-solving skills

Ability to analyse data for decision making

Education

BSc or BSc Honours in Property Studies or BCom in Accounting

Matric / Grade 12

Professional Designated Exam (EAAB)

Tools

MS Office

Property management systems

Job description

A well established dymanic Real Estate Company is recruiting a Property Manager to effectively manage Units on Birbeck in Kimberley for the Bloemfontein region.. The successful candidate will be responsible for the full operational, financial, and compliance management of student accommodation properties, ensuring high occupancy, tenant satisfaction, and asset value protection.

Key Competencies

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills on all levels.
• Dynamic and enthusiastic
• The ability to interact professionally with the client.
• Competent time management skills
• Professional attitude and capability and personal initiative
• Be deadline driven.
• Professional attitude and capability and personal initiative
• Innovative thinking and ability to follow process.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of student accommodation residences

• Oversee tenant relations, student onboarding, and issue resolution

• Ensure compliance with lease agreements, house rules, and property policies

• Coordinate maintenance, repairs, and contractor management

• Conduct regular inspections and ensure health & safety compliance

• Manage budgets, rental collections, arrears, and expense control

• Compile monthly management and operational reports

• Maintain high occupancy levels and support leasing initiatives

• Liaise with universities, service providers, and stakeholders

Skills

• Excellent knowledge of basic property management.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• Highly developed ability to work within a combined team environment and resolve issues that may arise.
• Proven relationship building ability.
• Ability to manage staff and to coordinate the efforts of a large team.
• Ability to implement, manage and report on a wide range of property measurements, performance targets and initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to increase productivity and continuously improve methods of property management.
• Ability to respond to client needs timeously.
• Ability to analyse data for decision making and trend analysis.
• Excellent spreadsheet abilities.
• High intuition, logic and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively.

KPA's

• Reporting
• Budgets
• Arrears
• Legal
• Accurals
• Scope of Mangement
• Contract
• Utility Management
• Maintenance and Capital Expeniture

Minimum Requirements

• Matric / Grade 12 (relevant property qualification advantageous)

• 3–5 years’ experience in property management, preferably student accommodation or residential portfolios

• BSc or BSc Honours in Property Studies or BCom in Accounting (with or without Honours)
• A Professional Designated Exam (EAAB) will be advantageous (Must hold an FFC certificate)

• Strong financial and administrative skills

• Experience managing contractors and facilities

• Knowledge of relevant legislation (PPRA, OHS, POPIA)

• Proficient in MS Office and property management systems

• Strong communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills

• Audit experience will be an added advantage.

• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have extensive knowledge Microsoft Word; Excel; accounting software; and MS Office.