Job Title:Property Manager – Remote Portfolio Specialist (PropertyMe & 360 AI)
Location:Townsville, QLD (Work From Home)
Work Type:Full time, Permanent
Classification:Real Estate & Property >Property Management
Salary:$68,000 – $75,000 + Super + Performance Bonus (Portfolio Retention)
Vehicle Allowance:Tax-Free ATO Mileage Reimbursement (Cents per km) for business travel
About Start Small Property
Are you an experienced, system-driven Property Manager tired of rigid corporate overheads and firefighting in outdated, paper-heavy agencies?
At Start Small Property, we don't operate like traditional real estate agencies stuck in old habits.
We are a progressive, tech-forward agency specialising in high-yield residential assets and rooming accommodation across Townsville and Queensland.
We run an automated, cloud-based workflow driven by clear systems, digital time tracking (Hubstaff), and explicit playbooks (Whale).
You won't be bogged down by manual administration—you will be supported by an experienced local Senior PM, dedicated remote VAs, and modern tech, allowing you to focus on high-yield management, client relationships, and compliance precision from the comfort of your home office.
Non-Negotiable Requirements
To be successful in this role, you must hit the ground running on day one.
We are strictly seeking candidates who meet all of the following criteria:
Location Proximity (Garbutt / Domain Central Hub):Must reside within approximately 5km of Domain Central, Townsville.This ensures efficient regional coverage for inspections and limits unnecessary transit times.
Active PropertyMe Expertise:You currently use (or have recently used) PropertyMe as your primary management platform.
(No training from scratch provided).
Digital Inspection Tech:Demonstrated experience executing routine and vacate workflows via Inspection Express (experience with 360 AI Virtual Tours is highly advantageous).




2+ Years End-to-End PM Experience:Solid, authoritative knowledge of the QLD Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation Act.
Tech-Comfortable Culture:Genuine enthusiasm for working in a modern, systemised environment using digital workflows (PropertyMe, Reapit/2Apply, Inspection Express, REA Ignite, and Hubstaff).
Qualifications & Setup:Current QLD Real Estate Registration (or Full Licence), a valid Driver's Licence, a reliable personal vehicle, and a dedicated, professional home office setup.
(Rooming accommodation experience is highly regarded. Strong residential PMs with sharp legislative accuracy will be fully trained on rooming nuances through our internal online modules).
Key Responsibilities
End-to-End Portfolio Management:Oversee landlord, tenant, and contractor relationships across standard residential tenancies and high-yield rooming assets across Townsville.
Compliance & Arrears Control:Execute rent reviews, breach notices, and QCAT/RTA dispute resolution with 100% legislative precision.
Systemised Workflow Delegation:Work alongside our local Senior Property Manager and remote VAs to maintain zero-turnaround friction.
Property Inspections & Asset Protection:Oversee ingoing, outgoing, and periodic inspection reports utilizing 360 AI virtual tour tools in your own reliable vehicle.
What We Offer
Competitive Package:$65,000 – $75,000 base + Super + performance bonuses tied to portfolio retention.




Tax-Free Vehicle Reimbursement:Generous per-kilometer compensation using ATO logbook rates for all work-related driving (inspections, QCAT, site visits).
True 100% Work-From-Home Flexibility:Cut out the daily commute, save on fuel, and enjoy genuine work-life balance while operating from home.
Real Administrative Backing:Dedicated support staff and VAs so you aren't stuck doing low-level data entry or double handling.
Direct Access to Leadership:Work directly alongside agency directors and senior management who actively eliminate operational bottlenecks and respect your autonomy.
Real Career Progression (On Your Terms):We love backing our team's ambitions.
Optional pathways as we scale include:
Senior Property Manager:Step into direct team management and complex portfolio oversight.
Business Development Manager (BDM):Focus on portfolio expansion and driving revenue.
Operations Manager:Oversee agency-wide systems, workflows, and team leadership.
(No forced sales targets or mandatory transitions—just genuine upward mobility if and when you want it).
Our Hiring Process
We respect your time and want to ensure a mutual fit:
Initial Screening Call(15 mins)
Interview & 15-Minute Practical Tech Audit(A quick, hands-on demonstration in PropertyMe to verify your platform fluency)
Formal Offer
To Apply
If you are a tech-literate, systemised Property Manager based in Townsville who takes pride in flawless execution, we want to hear from you.
Please submit your resume along with a tailored cover letter outlining:
Your suburb/location in Townsville (confirming proximity to Domain Central).
Your direct, recent experience with PropertyMe and Inspection Express.
Why you would be a great fit for our 100% remote model and operational style.
Applicants who take the time to address these details in their cover letter will be prioritised and are guaranteed a response.

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