Senior Private Estate & Operations Manager

In brief

**Overview** This role is for a Senior Private Estate & Operations Manager, offered through O'Brien Recruitment. It is a senior position within an exclusive private property environment, focusing on significant operational responsibility and autonomy. The position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by overseeing the daily operations, upkeep, and presentation of high-end private properties. **What you will do** * Oversee the daily operations, upkeep and presentation of high-end private properties. * Develop, manage and monitor operational budgets, ensuring sound financial control and effective cost management. * Lead, coordinate and manage household, maintenance and property support personnel. * Establish clear operational procedures, staff responsibilities and performance standards. * Plan and oversee preventative maintenance programmes, repairs and property improvements. * Manage contractors, service providers, supplier relationships and procurement. * Ensure consistently exceptional standards of property presentation, housekeeping and service delivery. * Identify operational inefficiencies and implement practical, cost-effective improvements. * Prepare accurate monthly financial, expenditure and operational reports. * Maintain comprehensive property records, maintenance schedules and operational documentation. * Anticipate potential challenges and implement proactive solutions. * Ensure seamless property operations with minimal supervision. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Minimum 5 years' relevant experience in luxury private property management, exclusive residential estates or high-end hospitality operations. * At least 3 years' proven experience in a management or senior operational leadership role. * Strong financial management experience, including budgeting, expenditure monitoring, cost control and financial reporting. * Proven ability to lead staff, manage performance and maintain accountability. * Sound knowledge of property maintenance, preventative maintenance planning and contractor management. * Exceptional organisational, planning and multitasking abilities. * Strong computer literacy, particularly Microsoft Excel and reporting. * Excellent written and verbal English communication skills. * Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel within the Western Cape. * Verifiable professional references. * Experience overseeing multiple properties or managing complex luxury hospitality operations will be highly advantageous. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate is a confident, highly capable, and resourceful professional who takes genuine ownership of their responsibilities. This person can manage people, finances, operational requirements, and maintenance programmes with equal competence, while maintaining impeccable standards and attention to detail. The successful candidate must be proactive, capable of anticipating requirements, resolving challenges independently, and ensuring operations run seamlessly. A high degree of discretion, integrity, professionalism, and accountability is essential. The role will appeal to an experienced management professional who thrives on responsibility, values excellence, and takes pride in delivering consistently exceptional standards. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.jobmail.co.za/jobs/property-facilities-management/property-administrator/western-cape/senior-private-estate-operations-manager-id-7603378 Source: jobmail

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• At least 3 years of experience.

• Microsoft Excel
• Driver's licence

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