Private
Household Driver / Handyman (144jc) - London based with travel to Gloucester - Circa
£60,000 + Benefits
Ex-Mil
Recruitment is working with a high-profile private client seeking a
professional, discreet and highly dependable Driver / Handyman to support a
Principal and family across residences in London and Gloucestershire.
This
position would particularly suit a veteran from a disciplined operational
background who is confident working independently, takes pride in presentation
and standards, and is comfortable operating within a private household
environment.
The
successful candidate will become a trusted member of the household team,
responsible for chauffeuring duties, vehicle management, property maintenance
and practical day-to-day support.
This
is a varied and rewarding role requiring flexibility, discretion, initiative
and a “can-do” attitude.
The
client is looking to appoint someone quickly, with availability to start in
early June highly desirable.
The
Role is broken down into 2 areas’
Chauffeur
Duties
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Safely transport the Principal and family members to and from appointments,
meetings and social engagements
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Maintain full responsibility for the household vehicle fleet, approximately 10
vehicles’, including luxury vehicles
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Ensure all vehicles are presented to an exceptional standard at all times
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Carry out routine vehicle inspections and basic maintenance checks
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Coordinate servicing, MOTs and vehicle-related administration
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Plan routes effectively, accounting for traffic and changing conditions
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Assist passengers with luggage and personal belongings
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Provide a professional, discreet and reliable service at all times
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Remain flexible to changing schedules and last-minute requirements
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Ensure confidentiality and professionalism are maintained at all times
Handyman
/ Estate Support Duties
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Conduct routine maintenance and minor repairs across the Principal’s properties
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Support with practical household and estate-related tasks
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Undertake basic gardening and external upkeep duties
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Liaise with contractors, suppliers and tradespeople to ensure work is completed
to a high standard
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Assist the wider household team where required
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Help maintain the overall presentation and smooth operation of the properties
Candidate
Requirements
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Full clean UK driving licence
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Previous chauffeur, driving, security, estates or household experience
advantageous
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Comfortable driving luxury and high-value vehicles
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Strong practical maintenance and handyman skills
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Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
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Trustworthy, discreet and professional
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Able to remain calm under pressure and adapt to changing priorities
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills
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Smart personal presentation
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Flexible approach to working hours and travel between locations
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Self-motivated with a proactive mindset
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Available to commence employment in early June
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AS MOST OF THE ROLE IS BASED IN LONDON, YOU MUST LIVE WITHIN A REASONABLE
COMMUTE OF THE CITY OF LONDON.
What’s
on Offer
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Circa £60,000 salary
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Long-term stable opportunity within a professional private household
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Varied and hands-on role
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Opportunity to work in a trusted position with significant autonomy
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Supportive working environment
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Mixture of London and countryside working locations, with 75 to 80% being
London.
If
you are an organised, dependable and service-driven individual with a military
background and enjoy working in a varied role requiring professionalism,
flexibility and discretion, we would like to hear from you.
For
more information, please contact Jean-Claude Hedouin at Ex-Mil Recruitment Ltd
on 0333 202 6500, or jc@ex-mil.co.uk or
via the website www.ex-mil.co.uk
https://www.ex-mil.co.uk/vacancies/8395/private-household-driver-handyman