Asst. Handyman/Gardener/Estate Management - Surrey
/We are seeking an Assistant Estate Supervisor reporting directly to the Estate Supervisor, to primarily assist with the following:
The smooth functioning of the principal residences and additional smaller support properties in Surrey, Central London and Dorset.
Carrying out unskilled repairs and preventative maintenance of the properties to the highest possible standard.
Overseeing and supervising contractors at the properties and supporting renovations as required.
Providing support with all household matters including but not limited to technology, engineering & maintenance contracts, construction projects, pool/spa maintenance, landscaping, lutron/crestron lighting controls and heating and cooling systems etc.
Identifying efficiencies and savings to the running costs where possible.
The daily maintenance and cleanliness of the pool car.
The upkeep of the garden and outside features when required.
Responsible for:
Conducting regular safety checks on household safety equipment ensuring records are accurately maintained.
Checking and assessing defects recorded in the property’s defects book.
Being the secondary point of contact for members of the Family Office, household staff, suppliers, contractors and sub-contractors for property maintenance.
Regularly travelling between properties to check and assess condition of all aspects of the properties, carry out minor maintenance and repairs where necessary and to report finding to the Estate Supervisor.
Assist in keeping the grounds clear of any dog / animal fouling.
Deputising for the Estate Supervisor during periods of absence.
Experience & Quals:
It will be an advantage if candidates possess a trades qualification and have an understanding of other trade skills.
Project management experience welcomed.
An understanding of UK Health and Safety and statutory regulations.
An understanding and experience of listed buildings and statutory regulations associated with the undertaking of works to properties and services.
Advantageous to have previous experience in private homes, deluxe or boutique hotels or Museums and Galleries – indeed any properties where great emphasis has been given not only to cutting edge E&M and IT/AV systems but also the soft and hard finishes, art, antiques along with fixtures and fittings.
Core Skills & Knowledge:
Common sense in abundance with sound judgement, a logical problem solver with good judgement and confident decision-making capabilities.
Confident and calm manner when liaising with all relevant stakeholders
A positive ‘can do’, enthusiastic and organised team player who is hands-on.
Able to pre-empt and resolve unforeseen situations arising from programmed or ongoing works.
Able to take control of the supervision of all general household maintenance.
Able to demonstrate excellent communication skills along with an excellent command of English, spoken and written
IT proficiency and good knowledge and experience of using Microsoft Office (word/excel etc) especially in relation to maintaining reports and inventories.
Able to acknowledge that while this is essentially a Monday to Friday role, they will need to offer flexibility at weekends, if required.
Comfortable around large dogs.
Must have right to work in UK, with current DBS clearance (or happy to apply), and clean UK Driving Licence.
Must have recent and easily checkable references.
Package:
Monday – Friday predominantly working in Surrey and London properties, and occasional in Dorset property for the day (most likely twice a month).
Salary £35,000 - £38,000 gross pa DOE & Quals, plus statutory holiday entitlements & pension.
Pool Car available for work purposes.
Start ASAP.
Email introduction letter and resume to cv@ljwrecruitment.com