Private Estate Housekeeping Manager I Johannesburg – 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 great 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.This 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.RequirementsA minimum of 8–10 years of progressive senior housekeeping experience within a private UHNW household or comparable high-standard residential environmentDemonstrated ability to design, implement, and manage detailed SOP’s across housekeeping, laundry, wardrobe management, and linen operationsStrong working knowledge of laundry best practices, with particular expertise in the care of luxury and delicate fabrics including cashmere, silk, fine wool, and tailored garmentsProven experience with eco-friendly and sustainable cleaning products, with a thorough understanding of appropriate chemical usage across varied surfaces, materials, and finishesIn-depth expertise in linen room management, including procurement, inventory control, rotation, and quality maintenance across multiple propertiesExperienced people leader with a track record of recruiting, training, developing, and performance-managing household teamsSkilled in dynamic rostering to accommodate the changing schedules, events, and requirements of a principal and VIP guestsAn exceptional eye for detail combined with superior organisational abilityThe highest levels of personal discretion, confidentiality, professionalism, and emotional intelligenceA stable employment history with contactable references ➜ 𝗣𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗘 𝗡𝗢𝗧𝗘 – Although we appreciate all applications received, we will only reply to those candidates who have the background and experience required. Thank you. Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.