Estate Manager

Estate Manager

Up to 50,000 Cornwall

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Estate Manager to take full ownership of a large and diverse estate in Cornwall.

This is a hands-on leadership role with responsibility for all estate assets, including buildings, grounds, vehicles, and facilities. You will lead a multi-skilled team, manage contractors, and ensure the estate is maintained to the highest standards through planned, preventative, and reactive maintenance.

The Role

• Overall responsibility for estate buildings, grounds, machinery, and vehicles
• Lead refurbishment, renovation, and continuous improvement projects
• Implement and manage planned and preventative maintenance programmes
• Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety and statutory requirements
• Manage budgets, suppliers, and contractor relationships
• Oversee grounds, cleaning, waste, and estate presentation
• Develop and embed policies, procedures, and risk assessments
• Lead, motivate, and performance-manage a diverse on-site team
• Plan and support future estate developments and improvements

About You

• Proven experience in estate management, site management, or facilities leadership
• Strong people management and contractor management skills
• Solid knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and compliance
• Practical, hands-on approach with strong organisational skills
• Calm, decisive, and confident under pressure
• Able to manage budgets and deliver high standards consistently

Qualifications (Desirable)

• Trade qualification or degree in a relevant discipline
• NEBOSH / IOSH or equivalent Health & Safety qualification

Why Apply?

This is a senior, varied role offering real ownership, autonomy, and the opportunity to make a visible impact on a well-established estate in a beautiful Cornwall location.