Property Manager

Posted 16 May 2023
LocationAuckland
Job type Permanent
DisciplineResidential
Reference695875

Job description

Soho Group Limited carry out the end-to-end development of medium density housing development projects in growth areas of Auckland and regional New Zealand. The business focus on socially conscious design-lead solutions to inject appropriate public and affordable housing close to public amenities.
  
At the core of their design is tenant ease of living and welfare. Each property is architecturally designed to provide opportunities for communal and social spaces so tenants can gain a sense of community. Their in-house asset management function and quality tenancy management partners ensure that their properties are well-presented and maintained for the long term.
  
Soho are experiencing rapid growth and are looking to hire a Property Manager to join and support their tight-knit team based in Auckland. Reporting to the Operations Manager and working closely with our Managing Director, you will collaborate with tenancy management partners to ensure that the property portfolio is immaculately presented and maintained.  Soho are striving to be New Zealand’s best public housing landlord, and this role is a critical component of this vision.
  
Responsibilities:
  • Ensure that the asset management standards are met or exceeded, ensuring presentation and maintenance of the portfolio are of a high standard.
  • Manage and develop responsive maintenance programmes.
  • Manage the in-house Tenancy Management app.
  • Ensure new developments are compliant, insured, and have all relevant certifications in place.
  • Manage capital upgrades and re-investment and complete all responsive, cyclical, and planned maintenance.
  • Manage routine and annual property inspections, and any follow up actions as required.
  • Build key relationships with tenants, tenancy managers, local authorities, consultants, contractors and with internal team members.
  • Prepare, or assist with the preparation of briefing papers and reports to the Managing Director, and external stakeholders when required.
To be considered:
  • Previous experience as a property manager.
  • Commercial and/or residential property management experience.
  • Proven experience in the effective management of maintenance contracts.
  • An ability to accurately diagnose property issues and arrange appropriate repair solutions.
  • An understanding and knowledge of NZ legislation and contracts.
  • Strong leadership and competent in negotiation and client relationship building.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written with the ability to produce high quality reports.
  • A current full driver’s license.
  • Ability to travel across NZ when required.
This is both a challenging and rewarding position for the successful applicant. On top of the specific skill set required, this role would be for someone who is passionate with helping those who are committed to providing a flexible and supportive service and good homes to people who need them. The role will provide a competitive salary and satisfying social responsibility.
  
If you feel you meet the requirements of this role and are motivated by the industry sector please apply now or contact Matt Donnelly confidentially on 0220197808 All applications (including direct) will be reviewed and processed by Assemble Recruitment only.