Description
This is a really super new role and would suit a reliable, practical and personable couple who take genuine pride in their work and are looking for a long-term position.
Estate / Grounds Manager
- Day-to-day oversight and maintenance of the estate, gardens and grounds.
- Working alongside a gardener.
- General property maintenance, DIY, minor repairs, painting and decorating.
- Overseeing estate machinery, maintenance work and external contractors.
- Monitoring and managing our modern, computer-controlled indoor swimming pool.
- Care and upkeep of household vehicles, including cleaning and arranging servicing.
One car a defender.
- Driving duties, including collections and drop-offs at railway stations and airports.
- Responsibility for estate security, maintenance issues and emergencies, particularly when we are away.
- General practical assistance with the running of the estate.
Care of the pool getting ready for their visit all up and running.
Housekeeper / Household Manager Maintaining the main house to a high standard.
- Laundry, ironing and general household organisation.
- Cooking and assisting with entertaining. This is the vital part as they love food – ideally a passionate cook interested in good healthy and tasty pretty food. Typically for 2 people.
(and occassional guests)
Excellent produce and fishing ports fish and shellfish local farmers farm shop. Shopping for groceries, household provisions and supplies.
- Preparing the house for arrival and ensuring everything runs smoothly during their stays.
- Taking responsibility for the household while they are not in residence.
Pet Care a much-loved Border Terrier, would appreciate occasional assistance with walking and feeding and dog sitting if they are on holiday
Salary and Accommodation combined gross salary of approximately £70,000–£80,000 per annum, depending on experience,
A separate, private 3 bed 2 bath cottage on the estate, rent-free, including electricity, oil-fired heating and internet.
The positions would normally involve a five-day working week, with some flexibility if entertaining or staying at the estate, balanced by appropriate time off.