Residential Property Manager - Transport

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This Auckland Council Residential Property Manager role in the Transport Portfolio offers the chance to optimise a large, diverse residential property portfolio, drive occupancy and rental growth, manage tenancy events, and contribute to CAPEX and portfolio planning. The ideal candidate has 4 to 7 years in property management or a relevant tertiary qualification, with proven tenancy and arrears management, rent reviews, inspections, and a strong grasp of the Residential Tenancies Act and Health and Safety at Work Act. You’ll need budgeting and cost control skills, a full clean NZ driver’s license, and excellent stakeholder, negotiation, and communication abilities. Apply by 23 February 2026 with a tailored resume and evidence of outcomes; view the job description.

• Help shape spaces for Aucklanders to love
• Manage a diverse residential property portfolio
• Drive occupancy and rental growth outcomes

He angitūtanga: The opportunity
Auckland Council’s Property Department has an opportunity for a Residential Property Manager within the Transport Portfolio team.
In this role, you’ll support Auckland Council’s vision by optimising the performance and value of our residential property portfolio. You’ll ensure a high standard of property management is maintained while contributing to strategic objectives, including sustaining high occupancy and delivering rental growth through effective rent review programmes.

Day-to-day you could expect to work on:

• Managing tenancy events including arrears, rent reviews, tenancy agreements, inspections, and notices
• Building and maintaining strong tenant and stakeholder relationships
• Supporting CAPEX works and property improvement initiatives
• Monitoring property performance, costs, and revenue
• Contributing to portfolio planning, reporting, and operational initiatives

He kōrero mōu: About you
This role requires experience in similar residential property management roles, with a sound understanding of property legislation and portfolio performance management.

We will be looking for specific experience with:

• Residential property portfolio management
• Tenancy and arrears management, rent reviews, and inspections
• Knowledge of the Residential Tenancies Act and Health & Safety at Work Act
• Budgeting, cost control, and financial performance monitoring
• A full, clean NZ driver’s licence

He kōrero mōu: About you
This role requires experience in the property management space, ideally within a large, complex, or political organisation.

We are looking for someone with:

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Property (preferred) or 4–7 years’ property management experience
• Proven negotiation and dispute resolution skills
• Strong stakeholder relationship management capability
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer
Auckland Council is the largest local government council across Oceania, serving over 1.7 million people and contributing towards making Tāmaki Makaurau a world-class city.

We offer a range of employee benefits and proudly support flexible working options where possible. 

You’ll have access to a range of fantastic Auckland Council benefits, EAP services, an Oranga Day and discounted Leisure Centre membership and a range of other partnership discounts!

View a snapshot of some of our employee benefits here: 
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HCrGnm_Fy1RMrhSkvVZaf3GPtZDk3BLd/view?usp=sharing

We are a diverse organisation – we value diversity in our thinking, and we can only achieve that with a diverse team!

Ehara taku toa, he takitahi, he toa takitini - My success is not mine alone, but the success of many.

Tono Mai: Apply Now!

You can find the position description here
Applications close: Monday 23rd February 2026

Please note: Qualification Checks will be conducted along with other relevant pre-employment checks required for employment with Auckland Council.

Our employer Kiwisaver contribution is additional to base salary offered.

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.
 
 
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