Role Purpose

The Senior Property Portfolio Manager is responsible for the strategic and operational management of an allocated portfolio of industrial properties. The role focuses on maximising returns for clients, driving profitability within the business unit, and ensuring the effective management, leasing, and maintenance of properties within the portfolio.
The incumbent will also play a key role in business development, stakeholder engagement, and team leadership while ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and company standards.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership

Oversee performance management, training, and development of the team.
Drive corporate culture initiatives and maintain a positive working environment.
Ensure team members are competent, supported, and performance issues are addressed promptly.

Leasing

Conduct prospecting and canvassing activities to secure tenants.
Negotiate and conclude leasing agreements in line with company mandates and commercial objectives.

New Business Development

Identify and evaluate potential properties for management, ensuring alignment with the company’s strategy and portfolio objectives.
Build, maintain, and manage a comprehensive prospect database.
Actively pursue and engage new business opportunities to expand the client base.
Prepare and deliver professional pitches including deal analysis, financial evaluations, presentations, and proposals.
Negotiate, finalise, and implement management agreements and mandates with new clients.

Public Relations and Community Engagement

Maintain a proactive relationship with local government and regulatory authorities.
Participate in business and property-related forums to promote the organisation regionally.
Engage in relevant community projects and corporate social responsibility initiatives.

Property Management

Arrange and manage service contractors according to required specifications and operational needs in collaboration with the Facilities Centre.
Oversee contractor performance and liaise with contractor management teams.

Inspections

Manage the property inspection programme in collaboration with the Operations Manager.
Conduct scheduled inspections with the Facilities Centre.
Carry out ad hoc inspections when required.

Tenant Installations

Oversee the tenant installation process to ensure installations meet specifications, timelines, and contractual requirements.

Maintenance and Repairs

Oversee day-to-day and planned maintenance activities.
Ensure properties remain operational, compliant, and well-maintained.

Compliance and Health & Safety

Ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and other statutory requirements.
Participate in and oversee health and safety meetings.
Maintain proper record keeping and administration related to property operations.

Administration and Reporting

Maintain accurate documentation and records relating to property operations and tenant engagements.
Conduct parking audits and ensure proper monitoring of parking management where applicable.