Property Manager (with Driving Skills)

About the role

A client of Brites Management Services, which runs a guesthouse in Kitui-Mutomo, is looking for a reliable, hands-on and experienced Property Manager with strong driving skills. The role covers day-to-day operations, maintenance, security and general management of the property. The position is full time.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the guesthouse and keep rooms, common areas and surrounding spaces clean and ready for guests.
• Handle guest check-ins, basic guest concerns, requests and service issues, and supervise housekeeping, groundskeeping and other support staff.
• Monitor the property's condition, report maintenance issues and coordinate routine maintenance with fundis, technicians and service providers.
• Keep adequate stocks of cleaning materials, toiletries and household items, and maintain simple records of maintenance, supplies, expenses and other property matters.
• Keep the property secure, report incidents, damages or losses, and safeguard assets, equipment, furniture and supplies.
• Drive the company vehicle for approved errands, shopping, procurement, guest transfers and other official duties, keeping it clean, roadworthy and well maintained, and observing road safety rules.

Required profile

• Diploma or certificate in Property Management, Hospitality Management, Hotel Management, Business Administration or a related field.
• At least 2-3 years of proven experience in property management, guesthouse management, hotel operations or a similar role.
• Experience managing staff and coordinating property operations.
• Valid Kenyan driving licence with a clean record and at least 2 years of professional driving experience.
• Experience in vehicle and basic facility maintenance is an added advantage.

Required skills

• Good knowledge of basic property maintenance, housekeeping, security and facility operations.
• Good computer skills, especially Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong administrative and record-keeping skills.

Applications are made by sending a CV to the recruiter; interviews are held on a rolling basis until the position is filled, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.