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Position Advertisement: Estate Superintendent – Ballito, South Africa
Job Description:
A leading sectional title estate in Ballito is seeking a highly experienced and proficient Estate Superintendent to oversee daily operations as well as the long-term maintenance strategy. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a team of seven estate employees and coordinating all maintenance activities related to buildings, infrastructure, gardens, and ten-year plan projects. This position demands exceptional organizational acumen, outstanding communication skills, and an active, hands-on management style to ensure the estate’s efficient functioning and aesthetic standards.
Key Responsibilities:
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Administer and direct the seven estate employees in line with human resources procedures and best HR practices, fostering a motivated and compliant team culture.
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Oversee all safety and health procedures on site to ensure strict adherence to regulatory requirements.
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Manage the organization and cleanliness of storage and work areas.
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Schedule and coordinate garden maintenance tasks and facilitate ongoing improvement initiatives through structured planning.
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Supervise all internal building and infrastructure maintenance activities, ensuring repairs are completed efficiently.
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Identify non-conformance on site and address following procedures and within budgetary constraints.
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Coordinate contracted works in accordance with established procedures, specifications, quality standards, and budgetary constraints.
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Oversee the implementation of approved ten-year plan projects under the direction of the Trustees.
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Ensure all outsourced services (ie Security) are delivered to specified standards, within agreed timelines and budgets.
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Manage the procurement of equipment and materials per estate procedures and standards.
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Maintain accurate asset registers and manage stock control as required.
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Liaise with Management Agency and supply all time control, water & electricity monthly readings and procurement documentation as per procedures, on time
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Take full ownership of the responsibilities define above, work without Trustee supervision to execute and do so within approved procedures and budgets
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Provide weekly operational reports to the Body Corporate trustees and communicate important matters that could affect to delivering of the define duties promptly to the trustees
Qualifications:
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Proven experience in estate management or a closely related discipline.
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Background in building and infrastructure maintenance.
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Expertise in garden maintenance.
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Demonstrated organizational and leadership abilities.
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Good communication skills
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Knowledge and experience in basic HR management
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Knowledge of basic workplace Health and Safety requirements
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Capacity for hands-on supervision and physical activity when required.
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Proficiency in Zulu is an advantage.
Interested applicants who meet these criteria are encouraged to apply.
Please email CVs to admin3@attlee.co.za