Head of Maintenance

Are you a skilled all-rounder who takes pride in maintaining historic buildings and beautiful estates? Do you enjoy planning ahead, managing budgets, and ensuring everything is in place for a flawless wedding experience?

We are looking for a Head of Maintenance to oversee the care and preservation of St Audries Park, a breathtaking Grade II listed country house set within a 100-acre estate. You’ll ensure the venue is always in immaculate condition, working closely with key team members to schedule maintenance work, assist with wedding setups, and manage budgets effectively.

**What You’ll Be Doing**:

- Planned & Proactive Maintenance - Create and oversee a weekly schedule of works, ensuring all tasks are completed efficiently and to the highest standard
- Material & Budget Management - Plan ahead by ordering materials for the week ahead, ensuring all work is cost-effective and within budget
- Venue Coordination - Liaise with the Venue Manager, Deputy Venue Manager, and Sales Manager to address maintenance priorities and ensure the venue is always in its most presentable condition
- Wedding Day Setup Support - Assist the wedding team by ensuring chairs, styling items, and key décor are set up in time for each wedding
- Project Oversight - Work closely with the Maintenance Director on larger restoration and improvement projects
- Supplier & Contractor Management - Source, book, and liaise with trusted tradespeople for specialist repairs and larger projects
- General Maintenance & Repairs - Hands-on work including painting, decorating, carpentry, plumbing, and electrical tasks to preserve the estate’s charm
- Health & Safety Compliance - Ensure the venue remains safe and legally compliant, conducting regular checks and addressing any urgent issues

**What We’re Looking For**:

- A highly skilled maintenance professional with experience in building upkeep, restoration, and estate management
- Excellent planning and budgeting skills - Able to order materials in advance and manage costs effectively
- Experience working on listed buildings (preferred but not essential)
- Strong leadership & organisation skills - You take ownership of tasks and plan ahead to keep everything running smoothly
- Attention to detail & high standards - You take pride in keeping a historic venue looking its best at all times
- Strong communicator - Confident in liaising with venue managers, suppliers, and contractors
- Hands-on & proactive - While managing the team and projects, you’ll also be happy to get involved in hands-on tasks and assist with wedding day setups

**Perks & Benefits**:

- Competitive Salary - Reflecting your experience and expertise
- Autonomy in Your Role - Take full ownership of the estate’s maintenance
- Work in a Stunning Location - Maintain a 100-acre historic estate with breathtaking views
- Free On-Site Parking - Easy access to work without hassle
- TipJar - Shared Team Tips - Recognising your contribution to the venue’s success
- Wagestream - Early Access to Wages - Manage your earnings flexibly
- Paid Company Events - Twice-yearly celebrations for our hardworking team
- Retail & High Street Discounts - Save money on major brands
- Referral Program - Rewards for recommending great team members

If you’re a skilled and proactive maintenance professional who loves planning ahead, managing budgets, and ensuring a historic estate looks its best for every wedding, we’d love to hear from you.

Enhanced by serene scenery, first-class hospitality and an abundance of comfortable accommodation, St Audries Park offers all the charm you would expect from a beautiful country manor wedding venue in Somerset. With our beautiful Orangery and extensive grounds, our country house is the first choice for many wanting a coastal wedding.

Our beautiful wedding venue became part of the Country House Weddings portfolio of hand-picked wedding venues in 2002, with more than 30 years of experience offering perfect weddings to couples, our exclusive-use, venue hire and catering packages take care of your wedding day from start to finish, overseen by our expert team.

From specialist wedding Chefs, experienced Personal Wedding Managers and a fantastic wait team, to knowledgeable grounds teams and passionate housekeepers, our teams pride themselves on providing a top-quality service that helps make our weddings a success.

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