Residence & Building Manager

Hire Resolve; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Hire Resolve is seeking a Residence & Building Manager to oversee day-to-day management, student experience, wellbeing, and overall operations of a student residence in Pretoria. The role focuses on maintaining a safe, welcoming environment and coordinating student life and community initiatives.

The successful candidate will manage student well-being, build programmes across sports, academics, wellness, leadership, and community engagement, support first-year students, and guide the Student

Qualifications

• Social Work qualification or relevant experience.
• Education qualification or relevant experience.
• NPO / Non-Profit Organisation qualification or relevant experience.
• Student or Youth Empowerment qualification or relevant experience.
• Experience with students, youth, communities, or a residential environment.
• Strong leadership, organisational, and administrative skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience managing programmes, events, teams, or community initiatives.
• Ability to handle sensitive situations and crisis management.
• Must be comfortable with a live-in role and after-hours responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day management and operations of the residence.
• Support student well-being and provide student assistance.
• Coordinate student life programmes and activities.
• Manage budgets for student programmes.
• Handle enquiries from students and guardians.
• Manage crisis situations and after-hours support.
• Work with staff to ensure a customer-focused residence.

Job description

A leading student accommodation organisation is seeking a Residence & Building Manager to oversee the day-to-day management, student experience, well-being, and overall operations of a student residence.

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining a safe, well-managed, and welcoming environment while supporting students and coordinating various student life and community initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day management and operations of the residence.
• Take responsibility for student well-being and support.
• Manage and implement student life programmes and activities.
• Coordinate sports, social, academic, wellness, career, leadership, and community engagement programmes.
• Support first-year students and newcomers through welcoming and integration initiatives.
• Manage and guide the Student Life Intern team.
• Assist with disciplinary processes and ensure compliance with House Rules.
• Maintain good order, safety, and a positive building culture.
• Handle student and parent/guardian enquiries.
• Manage communication between students and residence management.
• Assist with security incidents and provide after-hours support where required.
• Manage crisis situations and ensure appropriate reporting and follow-up.
• Monitor and manage student programme budgets.
• Work closely with staff and management to ensure a customer-focused, well-managed residence.

Requirements

• Social Work qualification or relevant experience OR
• Education qualification or relevant experience OR
• NPO / Non‑Profit Organisation qualification or relevant experience OR
• Student or Youth Empowerment qualification or relevant experience.
• Previous experience working with students, youth, communities, or in a residential environment.
• Experience in building, residence, property, facilities, or community management will be advantageous.
• Strong leadership, organisational, and administrative skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience managing programmes, events, teams, or community initiatives.
• Ability to handle sensitive situations and crisis management.
• Budget management experience will be advantageous.
• First Aid and other relevant certificates will be beneficial.
• Must be comfortable with a live-in role and after-hours responsibilities.

Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.