Estate Manager

De Lacy Executive Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A property management firm is seeking an experienced Estate Manager for a stunning estate in Aberdeenshire, UK. The role includes overseeing the estate's day-to-day operations, managing rentals, and maintaining high standards of management. The ideal candidate should possess outdoor skills, understanding of arable farming, and a proactive attitude. Accommodation on site is offered as part of the package.

Benefits

Onsite accommodation

Use of company vehicle

Pension

Qualifications

• Practical outdoor skills for maintenance tasks.
• Understanding of arable crops and grain management.
• Experience in managing staff and contractors.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general estate maintenance and upkeep.
• Manage arable contracting operations and grain handling.
• Supervise rental properties and biomass heating system.

Skills

Outdoor management

Basic maintenance

Proactive attitude

Staff management

Grain storage knowledge

Tools

Biomass heating system

Job description

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A rare opportunity for a dedicated and proactive individual to take full responsibility for the management of a stunning Scottish estate.

Located in Aberdeenshire, the estate spans approximately 1, acres and includes arable farming, forestry, fishing, and a property portfolio.

As Estate Manager, you will be responsible for the day to day running of the estate on behalf of the owner. This includes general maintenance of the estate, its buildings, grounds and gardens, managing contractors for outsourced work, overseeing the estates commercial enterprises and handling administrative tasks and record keeping.

An agricultural background would be beneficial, as while most of the farming is contracted out, the Estate Manager will still be expected to support during busy periods and oversee grain drying and storage.

There are also a number of rental properties on the estate that will fall under your management. These are powered by a biomass heating system, which you will be responsible for operating and maintaining.

Were looking for someone who is self motivated, hands on, and ready to take the lead in managing the estate - someone who understands that this is a lifestyle role, not a standard 9-to-5, and takes real pride in maintaining the estate to a high standard.

The role:

• Management of acre estate and overseeing its various business interests
• General estate maintenance and upkeep
• Oversee arable contracting operations, with active participation during harvest and responsibility for grain management
• Management of rental properties
• Oversee forestry contractors
• Management of estates biomass heating system
• Direct line management of full time general worker and casual staff as required
• Small scale livestock management
• Maintain high standards of health and safety on site

About you:

• Outdoor, practical person capable of basic maintenance tasks
• Understanding of arable crops and grain storage/drying
• Able to manage staff, contractors and keep estate running smoothly
• Comfortable with basic admin tasks and keeping accurate records
• Proactive and self-motivated
• Willing to live on site

The package:

• Salary dependent on experience
• Onsite accommodation
• Use of company vehicle
• Pension

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