We are seeking a skilled, reliable and flexible Houseman / Handyman & All-rounder - for an ongoing role supporting a busy British UHNW household in Kensington.
HOUSEMAN / HANDYMAN – UHNW HOUSEHOLD - KENSINGTON, £55,000
Role: Live-out Houseman (Handyman / Pet Care / Light Gardening Assist.)
Location: Kensington, London
Salary: £55,000 per annum
Schedule: 5 days per week, typically 8am–6pm, to include some weekends
Contract: Permanent
Start: ASAP
Benefits: Permanent PAYE contract with full benefits
We are seeking a skilled, reliable and flexible Houseman / Handyman & All-rounder - for an ongoing role
supporting a busy British UHNW household in Kensington
This is a hands-on, role suited to a proactive and practical individual with experience maintaining the interior
and exterior of a high-value private residence. Working independently and alongside other senior staff, you
will play a key role in ensuring the property exteriors, gardens and facilities are maintained, in addition to
assisting with the pet-care of multiple dogs and other pets.
Key responsibilities:
• Undertaking light maintenance and handyman duties across the property
• Helping support the upkeep of gardens and exterior spaces
• Helping to support pet care support (approximately two days per week) - Handling multiple dogs and other
pets; feeding, grooming and dog-walking, maintaining cleanliness of pet areas etc.
Other duties:
• Carrying out general garden maintenance including seasonal planting support, hedge trimming,
deadheading, leaf blowing, jet washing and maintaining bin areas
• Cleaning ironwork and perimeter walls and keeping drains and gullies clear
• Assisting external contractors with planned maintenance schedules
• Maintaining plant rooms, garages and storage areas in a clean, organised and presentable condition
• Managing household inventories including lightbulbs and general supplies
• Assisting with ad-hoc household tasks such as assembling furniture, setting up equipment and supporting
other team members
• Running errands
This is a long-term opportunity within an UHNW household, working in a professional, well-structured team
environment. The role is suitable for a practical, trustworthy and flexible household ‘team-player ‘who enjoys
hands-on exterior work year-round, and maintaining high household standards
To apply for this role you must;
• Have experience in property and/or garden maintenance, with handyman abilities
• Be comfortable physically handling/walking multiple dogs and animals
• Have good communication and written skills
• Have a valid DBS check or be willing to obtain one
• Have excellent contactable references
To apply for the position please send your CV to info@poppylaneplacements.com
