Job Description
As Portfolio Operations Manager, you'll provide operational leadership, advice and support across a portfolio of retail assets, helping our centres operate safely, efficiently and sustainably.
You'll work closely with centre teams, investment management, fund management, development partners, retailers, contractors and other stakeholders to improve performance and deliver portfolio-wide initiatives.
The role combines strategic planning with hands‐on delivery, giving you the prospect to influence how our assets operate today and evolve for the future.
Key responsibilities
Supporting the preparation of annual operational plans, capital expenditure programs and longer-term capital budgets
Managing contracts in line with procurement requirements and ensuring services deliver strong commercial outcomes
Identifying and implementing cost efficiencies across the portfolio
Leading operational initiatives relating to energy, water, waste, recycling and sustainability
Supporting asset due diligence, operating expense reviews, benchmarking and capital planning
Providing operational input into development and redevelopment planning
Delivering national and portfolio-wide projects in partnership with centre operations teams
Supporting the onboarding and development of centre Operations Managers
Maintaining strong operational governance, reporting, compliance and record keeping
Building collaborative relationships with internal teams,



retailers, contractors and external stakeholders
About you
Significant operations management experience within retail property or shopping centres
Previous experience in a portfolio, national operations or senior operations management position
Strong knowledge of retail asset operations, facilities management, service contracts and operational expenditure
Demonstrated project management capability, including the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Proven safety leadership and sound knowledge of relevant workplace health and safety legislation
Experience working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders
Strong numeracy, budgeting and financial analysis skills
The ability to read and interpret construction drawings and lease plans
Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office, SharePoint and database systems
About us
QIC Real Estate takes an active, innovative, disciplined and hands‐on approach to property management, with technology, innovation and strategic cost initiatives central to the operations function.
We are a sovereign investor and an international institutional manager driving resilient investment outcomes for our clients and creating shared value.
We are a sovereign investor and an international institutional manager driving resilient investment outcomes for our clients and creating shared value.

📌 Portfolio Operations Manager (Victoria)
🏢 Qic
📍 Victoria