Houseman Job
A "Hands-On" House Worker with gardening skills required for the lovely house in the Tuscan countryside to take full responsibility for the up-keep and smooth running of the property. The right candidate should appreciate the quietness of country living, be a dog-lover and have a willingness to ensure that the family and guests have a carefree time when in residence.
Requirements
- Driving license
- Experience in a similar position
- Knowledge in gardening including taking care of fruit trees and flowers
- English/Italian speaking
- Pet friendly
- Hard working
- Enjoy quiet life
Duties and responsibilities
- Smooth running of the household
- Cooperation with the domestic staff and occasional contractors
- Personal errands
- Organise events
- Report to the principles
- Responsible for the security of the house
- Driving (picking up guests, shopping)
- Help the staff during receptions
- Ensure a carefree time for family and guests
- Take care of a dog
- Gardening duties (in cooperation with another gardener already working in the property)
- Performing soil cultivation, digging, edging, pruning, seed sowing, bed preparation and planting
- Locating and planting shrubs, trees, and flowers
- Watering all trees and plants, making sure they are receiving enough water
- Spraying fruit trees and shrubs, applying supplemental liquid and dry nutrients to lawn and flowers
- Making sure all lawns, flower beds, trees, shrubs and bushes are healthy and well-tended to
- Mowing and trimming lawns, shaping bushes and sweeping leaves
- Removing old branches from trees (occasionally working at heights of 2-3 meters)
- Collecting seasonal fruits
- Using and maintaining hand tools, garden machinery and equipment
- Storing securely and clean all equipment after use
- Liaising with suppliers and contractors
- Maintaining swimming pool
Schedule
- 5 days/week
- Monday to Friday
- 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Flexible hours during Owners and guests visits.
More information
- This is a full time permanent live-in position.
- A car and accommodation in the property are provided for your use (room + bathroom)
- Trial period – 3 month
Salary
1500-2000€ monthly net + 13th and 14th salary, Italian work contract
Ad reference : 852 LD
Morgan & Mallet International - 13/08/2018
Position filled