South Africa: Estate Manager

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Estate Manager to join our team in Helderberg Basin, South Africa. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the estate, ensuring a safe and efficient living environment for residents, owners, and staff. As an essential member of our management team, you will oversee all aspects of estate maintenance, security, and service provider management.

Key Responsibilities

• Correct Effective management of the relevant service provider/s for safety, security and access control with the aim of zero intrusions and effective access control
• Effective management of the performance of all other service providers/contractors
• Identify shortcomings and make recommendations to the Operations Committee to improve standards and the general efficiency of the estate environment
• Implement and manage repair and maintenance projects (planned and unplanned) on buildings, infrastructure such as roads, streetlights, fire-fighting equipment, fire hydrants, storm water systems, electricity and water reticulation systems, sewerage systems
• Ensure the Common Property is safe, neat and tidy
• Effective management of the MOA Office, Management systems and procedures and the personnel employed by the Association in conjunction with the Managing Agent and the Operations Committee where appropriate
• Manage all aspects of the Water Rights and the “Leiwater” system

Requirements

• To be available to take calls after hours. A business mobile phone will be provided.
• Be available (within reason) to attend to emergency situations after hours on weekdays, over weekends, and on Public Holidays.
• Work hours Monday to Friday 08h00 to 17h00 and later if required by circumstances.
• Saturdays, Sundays & Public Holidays “on call” or as required
• Regular night-time inspections will be required to check the functionality of street lighting infrastructure and security operations.
• Good manager of people Staff, Residents, Owners, and Contractors.
• Proficient in English and Afrikaans. Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Previous Residential Estate management experience will be of benefit.
• Building, electrical, water infrastructure, telecommunications and optic fibre infrastructure systems experience and/or knowledge will be an advantage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualifications

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