Estate Maintenance Operative

Menter a Busnes; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected estate in Surrey seeks an Estate Maintenance Operative to uphold the beauty and functionality of its grounds. The role involves various outdoor tasks, including mowing, livestock care, and woodland maintenance. Candidates should be proactive, hands-on, and physically fit, ideally with practical experience and a driving license.

Benefits

31 days paid annual leave

Company pension and bonus schemes

Support for training and personal development

Team hospitality days

Accommodation option available

Qualifications

• Practical with strong attention to detail.
• Interest in countryside and estate management.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and present the estate's landscapes.
• Assist with livestock care and woodland work.
• Participate in weekend duties on a rotational basis.

Skills

Proactive approach

Attention to detail

Interest in countryside management

Ability to work autonomously

Physical fitness for outdoor work

Tools

Ride-on mowers

Strimmers

Blowers

Job description

Estate Maintenance Operative

This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.

Are you a practical, countryside-savvy individual looking to join a hands-on estate team?
Do you have a passion for maintaining rural landscapes and learning new skills across livestock, machinery, and woodland management?
Are you excited by the opportunity to contribute to the upkeep of a prestigious estate?

Location of the Job:
Surrey

Salary and Benefits Package:

• £25-28K + depending upon relevant experience - Accommodation option to be discussed
• 31 days paid annual leave per year
• Company pension and bonus schemes
• Support for training and personal development
• Varied work with opportunities to learn new skills
• Team hospitality days and opportunities to attend race meetings

Additional Information:
This is a permanent, full-time, role - accommodation to be discussed at interview
Working hours: Monday to Friday, with one weekend on-call in four.

About the Company:
Our client is a distinguished livestock farm operating on a 340-acre estate in Surrey. The farm is known for its high standards in land, building, and livestock management, with a dedicated team maintaining both the functionality and aesthetics of the estate year-round.

Estate Maintenance Operative - The Job Role Details:
As a member of the Estate Team, you will play a key role in ensuring the estate remains smart, functional, and well-presented throughout the year. You will carry out a wide range of outdoor tasks from mowing and strimming to assisting with livestock and woodland work.

Estate Maintenance Operative - Key Responsibilities:

• Operate ride-on mowers, strimmers, and blowers for estate upkeep
• Assist with general maintenance of green spaces and buildings
• Support the care of sheep and woodland pigs
• Help with woodland and workshop maintenance during winter months
• Participate in on-call weekend duties on a rotational basis
• Work independently and as part of a collaborative estate team

Estate Maintenance Operative - Ideal Person Skills & Qualifications:
You will have/be:

• A proactive and practical approach to work with strong attention to detail
• A genuine interest in countryside and estate management
• Able to work autonomously and as part of a team
• Physically fit and comfortable with hands-on outdoor work
• Tractor driving experience desirable but not essential - training can be provided
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle

How to Apply:
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The Industry (Key Words):
Estate Maintenance, Groundskeeping, Farm Operative, Rural Estate, Countryside Management, General Maintenance, Ride-on Mower, Livestock, Woodland, Land Management, Surrey, Full Time.

We thank all applicants who apply for this role. However, please be advised that only those shortlisted for an interview will be contacted. Be assured that your application will be managed in complete confidence, and your personal details will not be passed to any third party without your prior permission.

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