Private Estate Housekeeping Manager | Johannesburg

𝗝𝗗 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 is recruiting on behalf of a prestigious ultra-high-net-worth private family estate in Johannesburg for an experienced, highly organised  and exceptionally discreet 𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗩𝗔𝗧𝗘 𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗘 𝗛𝗢𝗨𝗦𝗘𝗞𝗘𝗘𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗠𝗔𝗡𝗔𝗚𝗘𝗥

This is a wonderful opportunity to join the household of a prominent private principal, overseeing a world-class primary residence. The estate operates to the most exacting standards, with an unwavering commitment to privacy, excellence, and bespoke residential service. The successful candidate will become a trusted cornerstone of the household, ensuring that every environment always reflects the lifestyle and elevated expectations of the principal and their guests.

The opportunity offers a seasoned housekeeping professional to take on a senior leadership role within an exceptional private household. The estate demands the highest standards across all residential environments, and the successful candidate will lead a dedicated team, manage all aspects of linen, laundry, and wardrobe care for the principal’s luxury garments, and ensure seamless, proactive service across both private and VIP guest spaces.

Requirements

• A minimum of 8–10 years of progressive senior housekeeping experience within a private UHNW household or comparable high-standard residential environment
• Demonstrated ability to design, implement, and manage detailed SOP’s across housekeeping, laundry, wardrobe management, and linen operations
• Strong working knowledge of laundry best practices, with particular expertise in the care of luxury and delicate fabrics including cashmere, silk, fine wool, and tailored garments
• Proven experience with eco-friendly and sustainable cleaning products, with a thorough understanding of appropriate chemical usage across varied surfaces, materials, and finishes
• In-depth expertise in linen room management, including procurement, inventory control, rotation, and quality maintenance across multiple properties
• Experienced people leader with a track record of recruiting, training, developing, and performance-managing household teams
• Skilled in dynamic rostering to accommodate the changing schedules, events, and requirements of a principal and VIP guests
• An exceptional eye for detail combined with superior organisational ability
• The highest levels of personal discretion, confidentiality, professionalism, and emotional intelligence
• A stable employment history with contactable references

Salary: To be discussed

➜ 𝗣𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗘 𝗡𝗢𝗧𝗘 – Although we appreciate all applications received, we will only reply to those candidates who have the background and experience required. Thank you.