Estate Warden
We are Global Guardians, the UK’s leading Property Guardianship Company with a mission to bring empty properties back to life for the benefit of local communities. We are dedicated to offering sustainable and affordable solutions for managing vacant buildings by placing working professionals as guardians into these properties, ensuring they are kept safe and secure.
We are currently seeking an Estates Warden to join our dynamic team on a permanent, full-time basis.
The Estate Warden is responsible for the day-to-day operational oversight of the estate, ensuring secure management of keys and stock, maintaining accurate audit records, and providing a reliable on-site presence to support operational requests. The role is pivotal in safeguarding estate assets and facilitating smooth on-site activity during core working hours.
Please note: This role requires you to be available to be the first POC for the estate between 8am-7pm Monday to Friday. However, this role also provides free accomodation to live at the estate under a guardianship license, you will only have to pay utility bills and council tax.
Description:
- Maintain full control, security, and accurate records of all keys and stock held at the estate office, ensuring compliance with estate policies and procedures.
- Log, issue, recover, and audit keys and stock using the company’s systems, reporting any discrepancies or losses promptly to management.
- Act as the primary on-site point of contact during operational hours, coordinating access for authorised contractors, staff, and visitors.
- Accept stock deliveries, book new items into the system, and prepare property key sets, including cutting new keys using company-provided equipment (training provided).
- Carry out ad-hoc estate tasks such as occupancy checks, key checks, and end-of-occupancy inspections as required.
- Use company-issued technology and online portals to track activity, manage documentation, and communicate updates efficiently.
Requirements
- Previous experience in caretaking, estate management, facilities, concierge, security, or a similar role is desirable, particularly where secure assets or controlled access were managed.
- Experience with keys, stock control, audits, record-keeping systems, or locksmith/key handling is highly advantageous.
- GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Maths preferred; relevant facilities, security, or property-related training is beneficial but not essential.
- Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to follow strict procedures accurately and consistently.
- Confident using technology and digital systems to manage records and day-to-day tasks.
- Physically able to remain on-site, walk and stand for extended periods, carry out light manual handling, respond promptly across the estate, and undertake a small amount of driving (full UK driving licence required).
Benefits
Salary: Up to £35K
Annual Pay Reviews
Competitive holiday and pension contribution
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