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History of Success

 

For over half a century, Crabtrees Real Estate have been providing Melbourne with a service built on constant success and proven experience. It’s no wonder we are regarded as one of Melbourne’s best commercial and industrial specialists. Complete property management that takes the day-to-day hassle away from you, so you can sit back and watch your investment grow from strength to strength.

When it comes to understanding the market, our broad network and solid ties with the south-eastern suburbs means our clients always get results way above their expectation. From leasing to management, all our staff are passionate about real estate, providing a professional and competitive service for all your Commercial and Industrial needs.

When you think commercial real estate, think Crabtrees Real Estate.

Company Directors
Chris McKenzie Director/Principal Chris McKenzie
Director/Principal
Gavin Dumas Director/Principal Gavin Dumas
Director/Principal
As a fully licensed real estate agent Chris has been part of Crabtrees Real Estate since August, 1989. He moved from being an employee of the firm, which was founded in 1955 by the Crabtree family, to gaining an initial equity interest before acquiring equity ownership, assuring a succession plan which enabled the founding members of the Crabtree family to retire. He is acknowledged as a skilled industrial and commercial property negotiator with a wealth of successful property transactions to his credit. Gavin is also a fully licensed real estate agent with a significant wealth of experience in sales, leasing and management of commercial property, gained since specialising in this area since 1993. Gavin joined Chris as an equity owner of Crabtrees Real Estate in 2002. He is acknowledged by his industry colleagues for his ability to develop solutions, for clients who range from private individuals, to corporate clients, multinational businesses and the development community.
       
Sales and Leasing Team
Luke Pitcher Sales and Leasing Consultant
Andrew Smith Sales and Leasing Consultant
Andrew Loudon

Luke Pitcher
Sales and Leasing Consultant

Luke commenced his real estate career with Crabtrees in August 2004.

Since then he has become a fully licensed estate agent and has become a competent negotiator leasing and selling commercial, industrial and retail properties, providing him with valuable knowledge of the industry.

Lukes enthusiasm is marked by his attention to detail which will ensure a successful future in the commercial/industrial market.

Andrew Smith
Branch Manager – Carrum Downs Office
Andrew is a fully licensed real estate agent and joined the Crabtrees team in 2006 as Branch Manager for the Carrum Downs office. This office was created to service an increasing demand for Crabtrees Real Estate services in the Carrum Downs, Dandenong and Hallam regions.

After many years experience in Commercial / industrial sales, leasing and property management, Crabtrees clients will benefit from his enthusiasm, strong work ethic and high level of service as Crabtrees expand in Melbourne’s commercial and industrial growth corridor.

Andrew Loudon
Sales and Leasing Consultant
Coming from a strong retail background where customer service is imperative Andrew started with Crabtrees in 2007.

Working closely with the directors and completing his agents representative course before starting with Crabtrees,

Andrew has gained a strong understanding of the exacting requirements of commercial real estate and honed his skills accordingly.

His enthusiasm and attention to detail has shown through in a wide range of negotiations and transactions ensuring a successful career in the Commercial and Industrial markets.

     
Tony Aminian Sales and Leasing Consultant
Trevor Hanna – Sales & Leasing Consultant
 

Tony Aminian
Sales and Leasing Consultant
Tony is the most recent recruit to our Carrum Downs office and brings over 4 years experience within the ever growing South Eastern industrial corridor.

Tony has been a part of many major transactions including pre-commitment leases with Publicly Listed companies and also involved with numerous sales exceeding $1m.

His attention to detail and commitment to building long lasting relationship ensures repeat business for many years to come.

Trevor Hanna
Sales & Leasing Consultant

Trevor is a fully licensed Real Estate Agent and brings over twenty years of commercial and industrial property experience in Melbourne’s south eastern corridor to Crabtrees.

His personable manner and professional approach enables him to define property solutions for both our private and corporate clients.

 
     
Leigh Clifford - Sales & Leasing Consultant Nicholas Carr - Sales & Leasing Consultant  

Leigh Clifford
Sales and Leasing Consultant
With a strong retail & business to business background, Leigh has completed his Agents representative course and to date is working closely assisting both Gavin & Chris enabling him to become familiar with the market place and the rigours of commercial estate agency.

His enthusiasm and commitment to keep clients informed will ensure a successful future in the commercial and industrial market.

Nicholas Carr
Sales & Leasing Consultant
Nicholas has more than a decade of real estate experience and is a fully licensed Estate Agent -Auctioneer.  Having owned two successful residential real estate offices in the South Eastern suburbs of Melbourne as well as developing a successful residential rental department he has chosen to expand on his wealth of knowledge by pursuing a career in Commercial & Industrial property by joining Crabtrees Real Estate.

Nicholas brings his experienced negotiation skills, recognized by his industry peers, to the sales / leasing team at Crabtrees, as well as an uncanny ability to establish the needs of his client’s from the corner retail store through to the commercial sector of the industry

 
     
Property Management Department
JamieLee Armstrong - Property Management Department Manager
Thomas Wetton
Kim Rawiller - Property Manager

Jaime-Lee Armstrong
Property Management Department Manager

Jaime-Lee has been in Real Estate for over 10 years and commenced with Crabtrees in 2003. She has been appointed as Manager of the Commercial Property Department.

Jaime-Lee's extensive knowledge and commitment to her role ensures that her clients receive optimum service and advice. Jaime-Lee strives to provide excellent service by maintaining strong communication with property owners and tenants ensuring many successful business relationships.

Thomas Wetton
Property Manager

Thomas has a real passion for Commercial Real Estate. His dedicated work ethos and approachable nature make him especially suited to the job. Thomas gained his first Real Estate experience managing residential properties for one of Melbourne’s most well known companies. From this experience much was gained for example leasing residential properties, creating rapport with both tenants and landlords, winning new listings and much more.

However, Thomas has now moved onto bigger and better things. Thomas believes that nothing is interesting unless their is something to learn and therefore is planning on continuing his studies. Thomas is undertaking studies to complete his full Estate Agents License. Thomas values his role at Crabtrees and will take that extra step to ensure his clients are maximizing their investments.

Kim Rawiller
Property Manager
Kim has been in Real Estate for 15 years with over 10 years experience with Commercial, Industrial and Retail Property Management. An experienced Property Manager capable of looking after your property, whether it be Commercial or Industrial Kim’s ‘can do’ attitude has what it takes to make a success of your investment property. Her exceptional organisational ability enables her to take action quickly, appropriately and with complete professionalism. Her dedication to building long-term relationships with clients helps her to deliver a high level of customer service. Her friendly approach and professional manner ensures that both landlords and tenants are dealt with promptly and without stress. Kim is excited to become a member of the enthusiastic professional team at Crabtrees.

     
Stewart Gagliardi
Rachel Dimitriou
 

Stewart Gagliardi
Property Manager
Stewart Gagliardi commenced his real estate career in 2003.

With a residential background, Stewart made the switch to Commercial/Industrial real estate in 2007. Initially with the sales and leasing team, Stewart’s desire to learn all facets of the real estate industry led him to Property Management.

Stewart’s professionalism, strong work ethic and eye for detail set him apart. With a commitment to keeping his clients informed at all times, Stewart’s focus is on developing long lasting business relationships with all his clients

Rachel Dimitriou
Property Manager
Rachel Dimitriou is enthusiastic and passionate about real estate, particularly Property Management. With an incredible level of energy and strong desire to succeed, clients know that their properties will be well looked after by her.

Having worked with residential properties for a number of years she has gained valuable experience in all aspects of property management and will bring this energy and commitment to the new challenge that commercial property management presnts. She enjoys the day to day challenges that come with being a Property Manager. 

Rachel’s dedication and loyalty are just some of the qualities she holds ensuring that she maintains her clients needs. 

Her work ethics and strong level of customer service ensures outstanding results and shows that she is 100% committed to our property management team.