Highland Sutherland

Meet the team

Get to know the 7 property managers at Highland Sutherland.

Brad McHugh

Partner - Head of Property Management

brad@highlandproperty.com.au

About Brad

Brad McHugh represents a new generation of young professionals in the Sutherland Shire. Brad prides himself on being an honest, hardworking and intelligent communicator, who goes above and beyond his client’s expectations with a refreshingly open and personable style of service. - Highland Property Group Partner – Property Management - Over 10 year’s experience in the industry - Develops and implements systems, trains staff and identifies key areas of growth and development - Aims to inspire and personally guide people to become leaders in their own right - Knowledgeable and energetic allowing him to deliver a superior level of customer service - Licensed Real Estate Agent

Blake Mariner

Partner - Head of New Business

blake@highlandproperty.com.au

About Blake

Combining his extensive knowledge of the industry with an innate ability to connect with people, Blake brings a dynamic and professional approach to his role as Head of New Business. His genuine enthusiasm and approachable demeanour allow him to build lasting relationships with clients, ensuring a seamless and positive experience throughout every interaction. Known for his proactive approach, Blake consistently goes above and beyond to ensure his clients’ needs are met. His exceptional communication skills, attention to detail, and unwavering commitment make him a trusted and reliable professional in the industry and his ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multifaceted environment allows Blake to consistently exceed expectations while maintaining a professional, client-focused approach. - Nationally recognised as a leader within the Business Development space and broader real estate industry - Speaker at AREC 2024 - REB 2021 & 2024 Business Development Manager of the Year – Property Management - Excellent communicator and a highly organised operator - 10+ years of property management and sales experience - Dedicated to exceeding clients' expectations and achieving the best possible results

Keira Tomlin

Property Manager

kgardner@highlandproperty.com.au

About Keira

Friendly, positive and reliable, Keira is a hardworking Property Manager, dedicated to providing clients with exceptional customer service. She assists a highly experienced and successful team of Property Managers at Highland Property Agents. Keira loves the vibrant culture and diversity of the Shire, using her passion and in-depth knowledge to better assist clients where possible. Driven to impress, she is well organised, efficient and always willing to help others. Her energy and enthusiasm shines through, making dealing with Keira an enjoyable experience, in what can often be a stressful time for customers during the leasing process. Given Highland Property Agents historic origins and first class reputation, Keira is proud to represent a brand whose values of integrity and loyalty match her own.

Sam Bailey

Property Manager / Business Development Manager

sbailey@highlandproperty.com.au

About Sam

Sam commenced her career in Real Estate in 2021 with two decades of experience as a Senior Project Manager on large-scale commercial office refurbishments and fit-outs under her belt. Prior to that, she worked in the corporate sector in IT/Management roles. Bringing an unrivalled wealth of experience and knowledge both in business and life to her role as Property Manager, Sam is a highly valued member of the team. With her immaculate attention to detail, Sam ensures client expectations are exceeded, and the office and our property managements run smoothly on a day-to-day basis.

Lana Gojak

New Business Executive

lgojak@highlandproperty.com.au

About Lana

Lana brings a wealth of knowledge, an abundance of energy, and an enthusiastic approach to her role as Leasing Executive at Highland Property Group. With over 7 years of experience and a strong track record for keeping vacancy rates low, Lana’s friendly and confident approach allows her to build rapport and positive relationships with tenants and owners. By understanding her client's needs, she succeeds in delivering exceptional service. - Licensed Real Estate Agent - Approachable, motivated, and reliable - Exceptional communicator and organised - 5+ years within the property management department - Local knowledge as an Eastern Suburbs resident - Prides herself on going above and beyond to deliver results

Ryan Christian

Business Development Manager

rchristian@highlandproperty.com.au

About Ryan

Ryan Christian is a highly experienced Business Development Manager specialising in property management throughout Sydney’s Inner West and Eastern Suburbs. With years of industry expertise and a genuine passion for real estate, Ryan has cultivated a deep understanding of the unique characteristics and needs of these vibrant communities. His approach is refreshingly down-to-earth and honest, making him a trusted advisor for landlords who value transparency and results-driven service. Ryan’s ability to connect with clients on a personal level sets him apart. He listens carefully to their goals and concerns, offering tailored strategies that align with their investment objectives. His strong communication skills, combined with a caring and proactive attitude, ensure that every landlord receives a personalised experience that prioritises both financial performance and tenant satisfaction. Dedicated to delivering exceptional outcomes, Ryan consistently goes above and beyond to maximise rental returns and foster long-term relationships built on trust and reliability. - Deep local knowledge of Sydney’s Inner West and Eastern Suburbs property markets - Transparent, personalised results-driven service - Proven track record in maximising rental returns and tenant satisfaction

About us

Highland focuses and prides itself on offering customers a refreshing approach to the property market with a focus right across the Sutherland Shire. We invest the time to listen to our clients, in doing so we can develop the most effective way of marketing your property and achieve the best possible results for your property. We know the market trends and constantly make contact with previous and active buyers, taking into account the vendors and potential buyers’ particular requirements. Highland offers first class service and professional service to all of our clients, whether you are buying, selling or renting. With an extensive buyer database, we are able to target individuals directly. Within a constantly evolving market, Highland Property Agents are able to match buyers to their vast range of properties. We focus on relationships and our clients are able to deal directly with the Principals of the business. Each client receives a high level of experience, knowledge and information on how the market is responding to their property. At Highland, we believe in continually developing our team hence we have the backing of some of the best in the industry and are constantly looking for innovative ways to grow the business for the benefit of our clients. You can be assured of the support of a driven, committed and dedicated team. With our experience and understanding of the property market we will continue to exceed your expectations.

Landlord review

about 5 hours ago

Highly professional with a great understanding of the market.

Sheila and her team were highly professional and continually kept me in the loop. Sheila had an in depth understanding of the market which resulted in a very quick and satisfactory result. Highly recommended. Nick

Highland Sutherland

4.9

(1199 reviews)

Landlord review

6 days ago

Sarah King, a one in a million Property Manager

I couldn't be happier with the 5-star service I have received from my Property Manager, Sarah King. Highly efficient and professional with a personable manner making dealing with her a pleasure. Sarah is responsive and her attention to detail is admirable, going above and beyond and nothing seems to be too difficult. I would highly recommend Sarah to anyone hoping for an stress-free experience when preparing to lease out their property. Absolutely outstanding service provided by Sarah King.

Highland Sutherland

4.9

(1199 reviews)

Tenant review

8 days ago

Very friendly staff they

They kept in touch and sent recommendations for different services eg removalists

Highland Sutherland

4.9

(1199 reviews)

Tenant review

14 days ago

Very Professional Service

The Hylands team made the whole experience very comfortable with a very professional service

Highland Sutherland

4.9

(1199 reviews)

Landlord review

16 days ago

Great person to deal with

Keira has been great to deal with and has been very responsive to all of our requests. She has been very quick to get maintenance issues sorted out and to find new tenants for our unit.

Highland Sutherland

4.9

(1199 reviews)

Landlord review

16 days ago

Fast, professional and easy

We went with Highland to help lease out our investment property after buying a new home. They were very helpful assisting us getting different trades through the property and also having it ready for inspections. Within weeks we had a really good tenant locked in and they managed to secure a great rental rate as well. Very happy with the process overall!

Highland Sutherland

4.9

(1199 reviews)

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