Estate Manager

Closing Date Thursday 27th August 2026at 12:00

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

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

• 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)

• Manage sales through the website and booking system.
• Manage social media (Instagram, Facebook, Linked In 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

• 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
• Coordinate with external suppliers (Caterers, Entertainment, Event production teams)
• Ensure compliance with Licensing requirements and Health & safety regulations

• Manage all aspects of the accommodation offering:
  • oBooking systems and platforms (e.g. direct bookings, Airbnb if applicable)
  • oHousekeeping standards and turnaround times
  • oMaintenance scheduling and asset upkeep
• Develop guest experience enhancements (e.g. add-ons, packages, experiences)

• 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.

• 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
  • oAccommodation operations

• 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

• Knowledge of Northern Ireland tourism market
• Experience working with booking platforms and digital marketing tools
• Understanding of planning, licensing, and rural estate considerations

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