Estate Manager, South Africa

Our client is seeking a proactive, hands-on, and experienced Estate Manager to oversee the daily operations, maintenance and strategic planning of a large private estate in South Africa.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all estate operations including infrastructure, security, landscaping and staffing.
• Manage budgets, suppliers and service contracts.
• Implement preventative maintenance and improvement projects.
• Manage a team of groundsmen, maintenance staff, security and domestic workers - about 30 staff in total.  
• Create, maintain and update multiple inventories.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Daily record keeping and regular reporting to the principals

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in private estate management at UHNW level.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills.  Willingness to roll up sleeves, with a hands-on approach.  
• Knowledge of security systems, garden/landscape management, and maintenance planning.
• Confident with financial management and accounting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Valid driving license.  

• Accommodation provided, family welcome
• Professional, respectful working environment
• Competitive salary on application