Role at Schwarz:
Caroline is the backbone of our day-to-day operations at Schwarz Real Estate. With an exceptional eye for detail and a passion for people, Caroline ensures that every aspect of the business runs seamlessly. Her years of experience across all facets of the real estate industry have equipped her with the expertise to implement systems that enhance efficiency and deliver exceptional customer service.

Caroline’s people-focused and caring nature is evident in the way she supports both the principal and the entire team. Her wealth of knowledge and dedication to smooth operations make her an invaluable asset to our business.

Why she loves her job:
“I love working in a dynamic office with amazing people.”

When she is off-duty:
“Family life and raising four kids keeps me pretty busy. I enjoy long walks with my dogs Ivy and Marley.”

Role at Schwarz Domenic Coniglio is our Senior Business Development Manager, he is across Schwarz’s new and prospective clients. Dom is here to ensure that we have a clear understanding of what each client is seeking, and to connect them with the support they need. He has worked across property management and sales since 2012 – during his time with Schwarz he has been a three times finalist in the REB Awards for – Business Development Manager of the Year in NSW. Dom has learnt an enormous amount about the world of real estate and has developed a knack for helping people achieve growth through property. Dom strives to provide an informative and caring service to all clients – striking just the right balance between professional and personal.

When he is off duty “Walks along Manly Promenade is one of my favourite things to do to unwind, otherwise I love spending time with my nephews and neices on the weekends”

With a background in real estate dating back to 2015, Sahar harnesses her pro-marketing skills, unwavering determination, and deep understanding of the Northern Beaches market to empower every client throughout their property endeavors. Confident, approachable and a hard worker, Sahar will go the extra mile to ensure all duties and promises to her clients are fullfilled. Holding a Class 2 Real Estate License, Sahar is committed to delivering honest and dependable guidance, instilling confidence in her clients for their buying or selling decisions. Having spent her whole life on the Northern Beaches, Sahar already boasts an extensive network and has a genuine passion for fostering enduring connections within her community.⁠

Why she loves her job: “For a lot of people the Northern Beaches presents the dream lifestyle. I love helping people turn those dreams into a reality”

When she’s off duty? Most mornings I’ll hit the gym at either @gfitness.freshwater or @empire.muaythai, both great community focused gyms! And after a long day/week, its always nice to wine and dine at the family restaurant @sahar_afghanrestaurant.

Role at Schwarz: Working behind the scenes alongside our Principal is Emma. She handles a lot of the planning and administration that goes on behind the scenes so that Cranston can stay focused on what he does best – Selling! With over two decades of real estate experience, she has worked in various roles and holds innate knowledge of the industry and its processes. Her attention to detail, great organization skills and willingness to support her colleagues is what makes her an incredible asset to the team.

Why she loves her job: “Being able to support my team reach their goals, gives me great satisfaction”

Experience:
Originally from the UK, Jo’s experience in real estate spans over 25 years. She started her real estate career managing large private homes in London and since moving to Australia has continued to manage an extensive portfolio of properties on the Northern Beaches. She has been a valued member of the Schwarz team since 2018.

Strengths:
Jo has an unwavering direct approach, eye for detail and excels at her role with clear communication. She works with a full understanding of the real estate industry and is dedicated to providing a high standard of service to clients.

Why she loves her job:
“I enjoy my job as a property manager as I know every day is going to be different!”

When she’s off duty:
Jo is a keen paddleboarder (Narrabeen lake is a perfect spot), enjoys Pilates and loves volunteering her time walking dogs at Monika’s rescue.

Favourite spot on the beaches:
Anywhere Harbourside or on Pittwater.

Role at Schwarz:
Pat brings experience, professionalism, and a personable nature to his role. Having managed a large portfolio, he knows all the ins and outs of property management, from renovations, property maintenance to finances, so you can have peace of mind knowing that Patrick will take care of your investment.

Experience:
Pat worked for a boutique Property Management agency on the Northern Beaches for the last 6 years, therefore he is not only skilled, but also holds in-depth knowledge of the local market.

Strengths:
Coming from a customer service background (even prior to real estate), Pat is a strong communicator, focused on client satisfaction for both landlords & tenants alike. His methodical work approach is a great fit for the daily roles faced in property management.

Why he loves his job:
“Every management is unique, from the property to the people, therefore it’s really enjoyable learning something new every day”

When he is off duty:
Pat enjoys his down time relaxing with his wife Kate and their dog Scruffy – walking, cooking and spending time with family and friends. You can also catch Pat bodyboarding or mountain biking early most mornings around Narrabeen.

Favourite spot on the beaches:
“Narrabeen! My favourite surfing spots & mountain bike trails, as well as my best mates are all in the one awesome suburb.”

Role at Schwarz:
As Property Manager, Gila overseas a large portfolio of investment properties and ensures each and everyone one of them are running in tip-top shape, from financials, maintenance and administration which in turn takes the hassle out for her landlords.

Experience:
Gila is an expert in Property Management having worked in the industry for more than two decades. She began her career in the Lower North Shore, but for the last three years she has worked on the lovely Northern Beaches.

Strengths:
Property Managers look after someone’s biggest asset, so it can get quite stressful sometimes when issues arise. Luckily Gila is calm, positive and strives to achieve a positive outcome which results in her being able to defuse problems easier, making it a breeze for herself and her clients.

Why she loves her job:
“The variety the job offers, not being tied to a desk every day, however, enjoy keeping updated with new programs. Plus it’s great meeting new people, being able to offer a positive result to client’s problem or concerns”

When she’s off duty:
She’s a loving grandmother of two grandsons, she enjoys spending time with her family and walking her pets on the weekend.

Favourite spot on the beaches:
North Curl Curl to South Curl Curl, especially the boardwalk with dazzling ocean views.

Role at Schwarz:
As Property Manager, Nicola oversees a diverse portfolio of rental properties, ensuring everything runs seamlessly—from tenant relations and inspections to maintenance and financial management. Known for her friendly and approachable nature, Nicola is passionate about building strong relationships with both landlords and tenants, ensuring smooth and stress-free property management experiences. Always hands-on, Nicola is committed to delivering top-notch service every step of the way.

Experience:
Nicola worked in the beauty industry before making the transition to real estate, where she has since gained over five years of experience. She is well-versed in all aspects of property management, having worked her way up from reception to leasing consultant and now property manager. Nicola is passionate about her role and committed to making a lasting impression on both her colleagues and clients as she continues to grow in her career.

When she’s off duty:
Nicola enjoys all things health & fitness, training at the gym 4-5 times a week with her partner and spending time her family.

Favourite spot on the beaches:
“Queenscliff to Shelly Beach walk. Amazing views once you make it up the stairs at Shelley!”

Role at Schwarz:
After taking a short break from Real Estate, we’re stoked to welcome back Vanessa to the Schwarz fam! She is hardworking and focused on the good old rule of customer service, therefore her landlords and tenants always feel at ease.

Experience:
Vanessa has experience in both the sales and rentals department, due to her eagerness to learn she quickly climbed the ladder from to a star Property Manager at Schwarz.

Strengths:
Organised, energetic and hardworking, essential qualities when maintaining a large portfolio for our investors.

Why she loves her job:
“Simple! I came back to Schwarz because of the friendly and supportive team culture, and fast-paced environment”

When she’s off duty:
Vanessa loves to spend time either at the beach, in the gym, spending time with family and friends and spoiling her nieces and nephew.

Favourite spot on the beaches:
Freshwater beach – there is no better place.

Role at Schwarz:
Rosie is our rental ‘Cupid’, she meets and greets all of our prospective tenants at open homes, after following the leasing process, she then matches the best tenant to our landlords properties. She is across all new and upcoming listings, so for all your rental queries – Rosie is your girl!

Experience:
Rosie has prior experience in Real Estate, she has an undeniable passion for property and helping people! We are excited to help her and watch her evolve here at Schwarz.

Strengths:
Energetic and positive, Rosie whizzes through all her daily tasks with enthusiasm and a smile.

Why she loves her job:
“I Love meeting new people from all walks of life and being able to help someone find and love their new home”

When she is off duty:
“I am such an outdoors person, you’ll find me camping, taking long walks or horse riding”

Favourite spot on the beaches:
Freshwater, the village is always buzzing, and the beach is beautiful.

Role at Schwarz:
Chloe is the first point of contact for all enquiries, and as our receptionist, she plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our business. Her bubbly and friendly personality ensures that every visitor feels welcomed, and she’s always ready to provide assistance.

Chloe is new to the world of real estate, and her enthusiasm and fresh perspective are a fantastic addition to the team. We’re excited to watch her grow and support her as she embarks on this exciting career journey.

Why she loves her job:
“I love my role because it allows me to interact with a diverse range of people each day. I take pride in helping others and enjoy listening to their experiences and needs.”

When she is off-duty:
“I enjoy spending time with friends and family, relaxing at the beach, and taking my dog Ellie for walks. I’m also passionate about staying active at the gym and discovering new food spots.”

Working behind the scenes from the Philippines is Ralph. Ralph provides a huge amount of support to large rent-roll, assisting our property managers, leasing consultants, including our landlords and tenants. Like our motto, Ralph has a strong desire to do things Well. A systematic and efficient worker, qualities that we value to ensure nothing slips through the cracks. Having this extra admin support to our property management team has allowed our property managers to focus on the harder issues at hand that arise in property management, and also lease properties quicker.

Jean is our bubbly Customer Service Representative! She frequently checks in on our customers and clients to ensure their property requirements are kept up-to-date, so our agents can focus on the main task – settling people into their dream Northern Beaches home. Based in the Philippines, she has worked in Sales and Customer Support roles, including Telstra which built up her skills as great listener and natural problem solver. A mother of one, Jean is highly empathetic, warm and loves helping people, a perfect combination for working in customer service.