Property Manager
A Property Manager oversees the day-to-day management of residential or commercial investment properties on behalf of landlords, including tenant liaison, rent collection, maintenance coordination, and compliance with tenancy legislation. In Australia, property managers must hold a real estate licence or certificate of registration under state and territory property services legislation.
Full-time AUD, 2025 indicative. Wide bands reflect variation by employer, experience, and location.
Moderate and consistent demand tied to investor property ownership rates; strong demand in cities with active rental markets.
Occupation list membership
Which Department of Home Affairs skilled lists this occupation currently appears on.
- ROLRegional Occupation List
Occupations eligible for regional visas such as Subclass 491 and 494.
Assessing authority
The body that assesses skills for migration purposes for this occupation.
- VETVETASSESSVisit official site →
Visa pathways
Australian visa subclasses for which this occupation is currently eligible.
State nominations
States and territories that currently nominate this occupation for skilled migration.
| Code | State / Territory | Details |
|---|---|---|
| WA | Western Australia | View nomination → |
| SA | South Australia | View nomination → |
| NT | Northern Territory | View nomination → |
Key duties
- Advertise vacant properties and conduct tenant screening and selection processes
- Collect rent, manage arrears, and process routine and non-routine maintenance requests
- Conduct periodic property inspections and prepare inspection reports
- Manage lease agreements, renewals, and tenancy disputes in accordance with state legislation
Skills required
- Knowledge of residential and commercial tenancy legislation by jurisdiction
- Property management software proficiency (e.g., Property Tree, Console)
- Negotiation and conflict resolution skills with tenants and landlords
- Organisational skills to manage multiple properties simultaneously
Typical qualifications pathway
A Certificate IV in Property Services (Real Estate) and a current state real estate licence are required for practice. VETASSESS is the assessing authority for migration purposes.
Visa & occupation list information
This occupation appears on the ROL. Eligible Australian skilled visa pathways include subclass 491 (Skilled Work Regional). State nominations are available from nominating states and territories. For advice on which pathway suits your circumstances, consult a registered MARA migration agent.
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