Eaglepass Ltd (Is an associated company of the Lagan Specialist Group) is now recruiting for an Estate Manager
Company:Eaglepass Ltd
Job Type:Full-time, on-site
Location:Florida Manor, Newtownards
Reporting to: Director
Role Overview
The Estate Manager will take full operational and commercial for the day-to-day management and long-term development of a large estate. This includes:
Maximising revenue from on-site accommodation (including PODs/lodges)
Growing and managing an events business (corporate, private, weddings, hospitality)
Overseeing estate operations, infrastructure, and staff
Delivering a high-quality visitor and client experience
Ensuring financial performance, compliance, and asset protection
The role requires a blend of commercial acumen, hospitality management, marketing capability, and operational leadership
2. Key Responsibilities
2.1 Revenue Generation
Develop and execute a commercial plan to maximise income across:
oAccommodation (PODs, lodges, short-term lets)
oEvents (weddings, corporate hire, private functions, retreats)
oAncillary revenue streams (food, experiences, activities, partnerships)
Set and monitor:
oOccupancy rates
oRevenue targets and budgets
Identify and develop new revenue opportunities (e.g. seasonal events, pop-ups, partnerships)
2.2 Marketing & Sales
Manage sales through the website and booking system.
Manage social media (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn where relevant)
Digital advertising (Google, Meta campaigns)
PR and partnerships with tourism bodies (e.g., Tourism NI)
Promote the estate as a premium destination
Manage the pricing structures
Mange and track leads
Manage bookings, and customer engagement
2.3 Events Management
Manage events, including Sales and booking, Planning and coordination, Delivery and on-site execution and post-event review and customer feedback
Ensure consistent delivery of high-quality guest experience
oCoordinate with external suppliers (Caterers, Entertainment, Event production teams)
oEnsure compliance with Licensing requirements and Health & safety regulations
2.4 Accommodation (PODs / Lodges) Management
Manage all aspects of the accommodation offering:
oBooking systems and platforms (e.g. direct bookings, Airbnb if applicable)
oHousekeeping standards and turnaround times
o Maintenance scheduling and asset upkeep
Develop guest experience enhancements (e.g. add-ons, packages, experiences)
2.5 Estate Operations & Facilities Management
Manage a team of 2-3 people and facilities management on site
Agree maintenance schedules
Agree the most competitive supply chain.
Ensure the estate is maintained, tidy and clean at all times
Ensure costs are managed appropriately
Dealing with local farmers in relation to the annual conacre rates and collection
Working alongside the key stakeholders and finance team to deliver and track performance against annual budget targets.
2.6 Compliance, Risk & Governance
Ensure full compliance with:
oHealth & Safety legislation
oFire safety regulations
oInsurance requirements
oEnvironmental and planning regulations
Maintain appropriate policies and procedures
Manage risk across:
oEvents
oPublic access areas
o Accommodation operations
Key Skills & Experience
Essential:
Proven experience in one or more of:
oHospitality management
oEvents venue management
oLeisure/tourism operations
Strong commercial and revenue management experience
Demonstrable experience in:
oMarketing and sales strategy
oEvents delivery and coordination
oStaff leadership
Financial literacy (budgeting, reporting, KPI tracking)
Excellent organisational and communication skills
Experience of managing a small team / department
Be computer literate with Microsoft Office applications and capable to adapt to using other accounts or administrative applications.
Driving Licence
Flexibility to work evenings/weekends
Ability to be on-call for operational issues
Desirable
Knowledge of Northern Ireland tourism market
Experience working with booking platforms and digital marketing tools
Understanding of planning, licensing, and rural estate considerations
Our Values
Our values are important to how we run our business. We have been awarded Platinum Investors in People in recognition of our people management practices and investment in learning and development. We are therefore looking for candidates that can demonstrate behaviours in line with our core values and continue with our culture of putting people first:
Caring
Trust
Respect
Fun
Open & Honest
Safety
How we’ll reward you.
Our Core Benefits for this role include:
Biannual Bonus based on Individual and Company Performance
Generous Holiday Allowance, and option to purchase additional days
Employer Pension Contribution through Salary Sacrifice
Paid Membership fees of a relevant Institution or Professional Body
Life Assurance Plan four times annual salary
Health Cash Plan discounted optical, dental, physio and other health & wellbeing services
Cycle to Work Scheme
Use of our free Company gym at head office, and discount at other local gyms
Biannual Performance Development Planning
Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Pay
Enhanced Sickness Pay
Annual Volunteer Day to support your choice of volunteering activity
Your application
At Lagan Specialist Group, we want everyone to feel welcome. Thats why we are committed to working with you to make the application process as easy as possible. If you require any assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us at human.reso and we will be happy to help.
To apply for this post please submit your CV.
LAGAN SPECIALIST GROUP ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITES EMPLOYER – We will not discriminate against anyone on the grounds of Sex, Pregnancy or maternity, Gender reassignment, Marital or Civil Partnership status, Religious or other similar philosophical belief, Political Opinion, Racial group, Sexual orientation, Disability or Age.
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