Vacancy at ELM Group
Visiting Estate Manager
Bournemouth, Dorset (25 hours per week)
Temporary 6 month contract
Are you familiar with property maintenance, have good people skills and experience managing contractors? 87% of our employees enjoy coming to work every day, do you want to join a not-for-profit, ethical organisation that puts its customers first?
About the role
Our not-for-profit organisation has a great opportunity for you at this attractive, independent living, retirement development in Bournemouth, comprised of 41 units, requires a responsive and competent Estate Manager to oversee the day to day running of the estate and ensure it is maintained to a high standard. This customer facing role is responsible for managing regular building maintenance, supervision of contractors and regular health and safety checks, and is essential to ensure the well-being of the residents.
About you
As an ELM Group Estate Manager, you will represent the organisation to a high standard, with a professional and friendly approach to the management of your development.
You will have a passion for customer service, possess excellent communication skills, with experience of working with a variety of personalities. You will be able to adapt and work well in challenging situations, while remaining calm and professional. Being highly self-motivated and pro-active in your approach, you will enjoy working independently, whilst engaging with and receiving support from the responsive team at ELM head office.
You care about people and take a genuine interest in making a difference to their everyday lives, you will take pride in the estate and show attention to detail, keeping accurate health and safety records and tracking the progression of ongoing tasks and Leaseholder enquiries.
You will have a hands-on approach to keep the site looking presentable at all times, this may mean some outdoor sweeping and cleaning when contractors are not on site.
Proficiency in basic IT skills is required, with gardening skills and an interest in DIY & property maintenance desirable.
This role is subject to a DBS check.
Hours: Monday to Friday 9:00am-2:00pm
Salary: £18,005 per annum (FTE £25,207)
*This role is temporary for 6 months
Key responsibilities
Please visit our website to read the job description. This is a generic role which means there will be additional tasks that are specific to each estate; if you are shortlisted we will advise you of these at interview.
Benefits
We believe our staff are at the forefront of our commitment to provide an excellent service to our leaseholders, we offer competitive salaries and comprehensive induction training to help you settle confidently into your role. Please have a look at the rewards and benefits page on our website to see what else will be available to you as an ELM employee.
How to apply
If you are interested in applying for this position, please send us your up-to-date CV. An application or Skills Summary form (downloadable from the Application page on our website) are really beneficial as they give you the opportunity to show where your experience and skills can be applied to this role. We review CV's on a regular basis and shortlisted candidates will initially be invited for a tour of the estate, following which, suitable candidates will be offered a final interview.
This role is similar to other roles in the industry, such as property manager, development manager, facilities manager, if this sounds like you please get in touch.
Not in your area? We often have a mix of full time, part time and relief roles available across the south of England, please visit the current vacancies page on our website, to see what is available near you.
Job Types: Part-time, Temporary
Contract length: 6 months
Pay: £18,005.00 per year
Expected hours: 25 per week
Benefits:
* Additional leave
* Company pension
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Sick pay
Experience:
* Customer service: 1 year (preferred)
* Administrative: 1 year (preferred)
* Property Management: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person