Assistant Estate Manager (Live-In)

About Staffing Ltd.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment company connects job seekers with a prestigious family seeking an Assistant Estate Manager in Calgary. This live-in position requires flexibility, excellent interpersonal skills, and a solid background in property management. The successful candidate will oversee maintenance, manage events, and ensure the estate remains in top condition. A competitive salary and benefits package awaits the right individual.

Benefits

Extensive benefits package

Pension plan

Taxable housing benefit

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in property management and maintenance required.
• Must hold a valid driver's license and be comfortable around dogs.
• First aid certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily checks and general upkeep of properties.
• Schedule and oversee specialist contractors and service providers.
• Be on-call for maintenance support and event assistance.

Skills

Outstanding interpersonal skills

Service orientated

Exceptional attention to detail

Innovative

Highly flexible

Education

Minimum high school diploma

Post-secondary in related area

Job description

Connecting you to Estate Management jobs in Calgary!

About Staffing is an Alberta-based recruitment company that connects jobseekers to employers across Canada. Established in 1996, About Staffing is a BBB Accredited Business and a proud member of the Calgary Chamber of Commerce.

We have partnered with a respected and well established family to support them in the recruitment process to find their next Assistant Estate Manager (Live-In).

Job ID:41683

Job Type:Direct Hire

Our client is looking for an integral hire for a respected private family. Located on an elegant country property south of Calgary, they are seeking a(Live-In)Assistant Estate Managerto support the maintenance and managementof the property. The Assistant Estate Manager will be residing on the estate on a separate portion of the land.

Reporting to the Estate Manager, this hire will be collaborating with different members of the team and will be performing various tasks to coordinate and organize the estate’s day-to-day operations.The ideal candidate will be highly flexible, organized, a self-starter, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

This role provides a unique and amazing opportunity to be part of a high performing and collaborative group of individuals. If this sounds like something that excites you, apply today!

*Flexible working hours are required for this position, and on-call assistance is essential.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The key job functions are:

• Conducting daily checks, maintenance, and general upkeep of multiple properties
• Ensuring all properties are kept in impeccable condition
• Scheduling, coordinating, and overseeing specialist contractors and service providers as needed
• Responding as first point ofcontactfor visitors to the property
• Being on-call for after-hours maintenance support and alarm responses
• Assisting with the planning, budgeting, and executing of projects and events
• Supporting family functions and events (set-up, assisting the serving team, post-event clean up, etc.)
• Cleaning, fueling, maintaining, and occasionally driving vehicles
• Supervising and providing occasional direction to gardeners/groundskeepers and other team members
• Ad hoc support for family members and other team member/department requests related to errands
• Other duties as assigned

Education:

• Minimum high school diploma
• Post-secondary in related area of focus considered an asset

Qualifications:

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving abstract is a must
• Open availability and willingness tolive on the property full time
• First aid certification is considered an asset (training can be provided if not available)
• Valid passport is considered an asset (some travel may be required)
• Must be comfortable around dogs
• Some heavy lifting may be required (up to 50 – 70 pounds)
• Successfully complete a criminal and credit background check
• Legally authorized to work in Canada

Experience:

• 3-5 years’ experience in property management and maintenance required
• Ideally in a luxury setting
• Mechanical knowledge and experience required
• Project management experience an asset

Skills:

• Outstanding interpersonal skills, strong work ethic, and a go-getter personality
• Service orientated, courteous, and accommodating to others
• Able to multitask and prioritize daily workload
• Exceptional attention to detail and organization
• Proactive, able to anticipate needs and solve problems before they arise
• Excellent communication, both verbal and written
• Personable with professional attributes
• Solid understanding of confidentiality and discretion
• Innovative and creative
• Adaptable, flexible, and function effectively autonomously as well as in a team environment
• Willing attitude, not afraid to take on additional tasks as needed
• Highly flexible, can work on-call as required

Base Salary: $65,000 – $85,000 per year

• Extensive benefits package
• Pension plan
• Taxable housing benefit

Work Hours:

• Full-time hours (with some paid overtime to be expected)
• Daytime hours, may include after-hours emergency (on-call)therefore flexibility is required

Additional Notes:

• This opportunity does not include relocation. It will be the responsibility of the candidate should relocation be required.
• All applicants must be authorized to work in Canada to be considered for employment.

Equity. Diversity. Inclusion. At About Staffing EDI has always been a business priority and is continually upheld in our business practices. The About Staffing team would like to thank everyone who applies and will contact those potential candidates who are suitable for the position based on the employer’s needs.

About Staffing recruiters are Alberta’s experts in connecting candidates with Estate Management jobs. We focus on temporary, direct hire (permanent) and temporary-to-direct hire placements in the corporate, industrial, management and technical fields.

About Staffing’s recruitment specialists believe in a human-to-human approach in hiring. We read your resume, conduct person-to-person interviews and make our matches to Estate Management jobs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens after I apply?

Our Recruitment Team will be notified once you have submitted your resume. They will review your resume against our current job postings. If you meet the employer’s requirements, a recruiter may be in touch to begin the recruitment process.

Please note we are only contacting applicants who meet the employer’s needs of the positions we are actively working on. We are constantly posting Estate Management jobs so check back with us regularly.

A recruiter will keep your resume on file for future opportunities. If and when a position vacancy becomes available and you meet the requirements, a recruiter will reach out to begin the recruitment process.

Please reference Job ID: 41683 in your application.