Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Manage all Human Resource related tasks - recruitment, payroll, discipline, training and development
• Oversee all day-to-day running of all aspects of the estate
• Liaise directly with the Trustees regarding management strategy
• Supervise all staff, contractors and service providers
• Assist the Trustees with staying within the estate budget and managing the income and expenditure by implementing systems and procedures
• Manage insurance claims with brokers
• Liaise with owners regarding building alterations and improvements related processes
• Assist with compliance to building regulations and rules
• Maintenance of all infrastructure (services, roads, fences etc) within the Estate
• Setting and enforcing performance standards and service level
• Respond promptly and decisively to emergency situations (24/7)
• Manage health, safety and security on the estate

Requirements:

• 3 Year relevant Degree or Diploma
• Minimum 5 years working experience in a similar position
• Proficient in English and Afrikaans
• Ability to impart knowledge and show initiative
• Able to work independently
• Ability to manage staff effectively and lead by example
• Ability to manage, lead, plan, organize and communicate effectively
• Strong problem solving skills
• Sound interpersonal skills
• Strong business and financial background - Budget preparation, contractor quote approval, governance and audit compliance of contractors
• Identify and implement value creation benefits to effect cost savings and efficiencies
• Extensive HR Management experience
• Extensive health and safety knowledge and experience
• Personality to work with older persons

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