Centre Manager – White River Place
📍 St Austell, Cornwall
Are you an experienced retail or property professional looking for a role where you can make a real impact in your local community?
White River Place sits at the heart of St Austell and plays a vital role in the town’s daily life. With 180,000 sqft of retail, leisure, and office space, this is a unique opportunity to lead a well-known scheme going through positive change and a strong community focus.
What You’ll Be Doing:
* Managing the day-to-day operations of the scheme as a sole on-site representative
* Overseeing contractors, health and safety compliance, and facilities
* Supporting leasing activity by carrying out viewings and engaging new occupiers
* Working closely with local stakeholders, including the Town Council and BID
* Organising local events in the square, from community markets to the Christmas light switch-on
* Coordinating with third-party partners for cleaning, security, and commercialisation
* Maintaining strong tenant relationships and acting as the go-to person on site
Why This Role?
* Lead a town centre scheme with a key role in local life
* Join a privately-owned asset with autonomy and ownership of your site
* Be part of a centre with strong community engagement and future investment
* Work in a hands-on role that blends operations, leasing support, and placemaking
To Be Successful, You'll Need:
* FM or Management experience in a retail, leisure, or mixed-use environment
* Knowledge of health & safety and contractor management
* Strong people skills and confidence leading viewings and talking with stakeholders
* A genuine interest in the local area and building community relationships
💰 Salary: £35,000–£40,000
Apply Now
If this role sounds like the next step for you, apply directly or email keira.spate@foundationrecruitment.com to find out more.