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Posted 17/08/21
Overview
We have a vacancy for a full time Estate Worker (including some gamekeeping duties) at a private 1,200 acre estate located in Abergwesyn, Wales. We are seeking someone who can work well as part of a small but highly dedicated team, has exceptional attention to detail and a willingness to learn and adapt on a continuing basis. This position would be perfect for someone who has experience and is looking for work on a private country estate. Ideally the applicant would be employed at the estate alongside their partner/wife who would take care of household duties within the main house, assist with food preparation and other work around the estate
Role
The overall maintenance of the Estate and establishment of a shoot. The key tasks will be general estate maintenance, ground care around the house, tree planting, pest control, and development of a shoot on the estate.
Ideal Skills
A self-motivated individual with high work and personal standards
Good time keeping
Team work ethic and willingness to undertake additional training as necessary
Prepared to work flexible hours when required
Qualifications and Experience – a minimum of 4 years as an underkeeper
Full UK Driving Licence
Firearms and Shotgun Licence
Relevant training accreditation for ATV / Quad, Chainsaw, Pesticide, First Aid are desirable
Game keeping experience with pheasant, partridge and deer will be an advantage inclusive of predator control.
Location and Travel Time
This post includes accommodation in an annex to the main house.
Holiday and Salary
28 days holiday inclusive of bank and other public holidays Competitive salary, dependent upon experience.
Applications to include CV and covering letter to:
Posted 06/07/21
Estate Worker
Overview
We have a vacancy for an Estate Worker (including some gamekeeping duties) at a private country estate near Oxford. We are seeking someone who can work well as part of a small but highly dedicated team, has exceptional attention to detail and a willingness to learn and adapt on a continuing basis. This position would be perfect for someone who has experience and is looking for work on a private country estate.
Role
The overall maintenance of the Estate, working under the supervision of the Gamekeeper. The key tasks will be general estate maintenance, tree planting, pest control and assisting the Gamekeeper during the shooting season. Please note longer hours will be required during the shooting season.
Ideal Skills
Strong interests in country sports is a must
A self-motivated individual with high work and personal standards
Good time keeping
Team work ethic
Prepared to work flexible hours when required
Qualifications and Experience
Full UK Driving Licence
Firearms and Shotgun Licence
Relevant training accreditation for ATV / Quad, Chainsaw, Pesticide, First Aid are desirable
Location and Travel Time
This post does not include accommodation and applicants should ideally live within a 30-minute travel time radius of Stanton St John, or be able to demonstrate how they will easily commute to and from the Estate.
Holiday and Salary
28 days holiday inclusive of bank and other public holidays Competitive salary, dependent upon experience
Applications to include CV and covering letter to:
Katharine.Beswick@knightfrank.com
Posted 05/07/21
Rotherfield is seeking a Beat Keeper to assist their Head Keeper and to be part of a highly motivated team. We are determined to produce a sustainable harvestable surplus of wild game birds alongside a conservation-minded farming enterprise. Sustainability, biodiversity benefits and quality of a wild bird shoot is valued over bag numbers. Full training will be given on site, along with any relevant training courses.
Requirements
Ideal candidate will have experience of an Estate or Farm. Hard working, self-motivated, good time keeper and communicator. Neat and tidy worker. Must have FAC and SGC licences.
Please apply using the following link https://apply.workable.com/j/9A5532DEC5
Posted 16/06/21
Head Gamekeeper required for the award-winning grouse moor on Glenwherry Northern Ireland.
Apply with full CV via email to info@IGCT.co.uk
(Contact details) info@IGCT.co.uk
Posted 14/06/2021
WINDRUSH ESTATE (COTSWOLDS) - POSITION FILLED
An exciting opportunity has arisen to become a beatkeeper at a prestigious Estate in the Cotswolds.
The successful candidate will be a self-motivated individual who will work well as part of a team and be able to demonstrate a professional approach to all aspects of the job.
This position is to start as soon as possible and comes with a generous package including accommodation (space for working dogs), contributory pension scheme and other benefits.
Applications will be treated in the strictest of confidence.
Please send a CV and covering letter to POSITION FILLED
Posted 10/06/2021
Underkeeper
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a dedicated team of gamekeepers at Warter Priory Estate.
Responsibilities:
Required:
Our competitive salary package will include accommodation (space for working dogs), contributory pension scheme and other benefits.
If this is of interest, please e-mail your CV and covering letter to hr@warterpriory.com
Posted 24/05/2021
The Downton Estate – Under Keeper
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a hardworking, enthusiastic Under Keeper to join our dedicated team on this prestigious commercial shooting Estate on the South Shropshire / North Herefordshire border.
The successful candidate must be a self-motivated, well presented individual with a conscientious attitude. They must be able to work as part of a team and also have the ability to work on their own and demonstrate a professional approach to all aspects of the job. They should also be able to communicate well with those both on and off the Estate. The job would cover all aspects of game keeping, from laying hens, incubation, rearing and releasing, through to the shooting season.
Desirable qualifications (but not essential);
ATV and side by side
Shotgun and Firearm Certificates
Clean driving licence
Chain saw
The position is offered with a competitive salary and shared accommodation within an Estate property. There would be opportunities for good career progression for the right candidate. Start date would be as soon as possible.
Please reply in writing with a covering letter and CV or email to the Head Keeper:
Bob Bower
Email – mail@rabower.plus.com
07977908121
Posted 14/05/2021
Loyton Sporting – Under Keeper
Loyton Sporting is recruiting for an enthusiastic and hardworking Under Keeper for the Haddeo shoot.
Loyton Sporting works with some of the finest shoots in the UK and we pride ourselves in great attention to detail in all elements, right from the husbandry of the birds through to the shoot day experience. This position offers a wonderful opportunity for someone with drive and ambition to develop their existing skills and learn from experienced Head Keepers.
The successful candidate will be a self-motivated individual who will work well as part of a team and be able to demonstrate a professional approach to all aspects of the job.
This position is to start as soon as possible and comes with a generous package.
Applications will be treated in the strictest of confidence.
Please send a CV and covering letter to jill@loyton.com.
Posted 14/05/2021
Worcestershire Game Farm
Position for two people in the beautiful rural county of Worcestershire
First position: Experienced game rearer to help the owner rear pheasant and partridge to a high standard of welfare as we are one of the first BGA audited game farms and the owner is GFA Chairman of the Health and Welfare. The rearing equipment is modern and well maintained hence good rearing percentages can be obtained. Also to be tidy and articulate to represent the game farm for deliveries. Successful candidate will work with the main team at times run by a young manager. There is also a syndicate shoot that runs on the farm which will require keepering part time.
Requirements:
Second position: This may interest a partner/wife as a number two to the owner’s wife to help rear birds in the yard buildings. Some hatchery work and working with the team on busy days. This position could be part/full time according to our work load.
Accomodation is available in a tidy 35x12” static home. Dogs are welcome by agreement.
Start: immediate
See our website www.worcsgamefarm.co.uk
Enquiries and CV to info@worcsgamefarm.co.uk
Posted 7/05/2021
TWO keepers required for exciting positions in Italy
The first a full time Head Partridge keeper required for an 800-hectare shooting estate in Tuscany, Italy and the second position a Pheasant beat keeper required for a neighbouring estate.
Excellent salary and accommodation provided plus full benefits package and travel allowance. Commencement of employment would be June 2021.
Interviews will take place in the UK with Loyton Sporting overseeing the initial interview stage and short-listed candidates will then be invited to visit the estates prior to engagement.
All applicants contact Jill Eaton with CV’s and relevant references to
The Estate Office, Morebath, Tiverton, Devon, EX16 9AS
Email: jill@loyton.com
Posted 19/04/2021
Bransdale Moor - Experienced Grouse Beat Keeper
The Farndale Estate on the North York Moors is seeking an experienced Grouse Beat Keeper with a modern and forward-thinking approach to moorland management to join the upland keepering team on Bransdale Moor. An ability to work as part of a large mixed upland and lowland keepering team and the ability to offer and maintain extremely high standards of work is essential.
A full driving license and current shotgun and firearms licenses are a requirement, and any additional qualifications would be an advantage but a willingness to undertake additional training as required will be neccersary.
A two-bedroom cottage and modern good quality equipment is all provided and excellent remuneration in line with experience will be offered to the successful applicant.
Applications in writing please with a covering letter and up-to-date CV by email to
bernard.moss@farndaleestate.co.uk
The closing date for applications is 30/04/2021.
Posted 16/04/2021
ABBEYSTEAD ESTATE LANCASHIRE
GROUSE BEAT KEEPER
at
MALLOWDALE
Competitive salary, accommodation and benefits
The Abbeystead Estate is seeking an enthusiastic, highly motivated Grouse Beat Keeper to join the sporting team. “Situated in the Trough of Bowland, Lancashire, Abbeystead is a traditional rural estate renowned for its grouse moor and private, non-commercial, pheasant shoot and consists of heather moorland and upland hill farms that principally farm beef, sheep and dairy.”. Applicants will have a full UK driving licence and possess both shotgun certificate and firearms licence. The successful candidate will share the organisation’s core values of integrity, trust and respect; whilst being far-sighted in delivering lasting commercial and social benefit.
Applicants to send a brief CV and covering letter to
The Estate Office, Abbeystead, Lancaster, Lancashire LA2 9BQ
e-mail: gill.larkin@grosvenor.com
POSTED 14/04/21
Under Keeper - Norfolk
A North Norfolk Estate requires an Under Keeper.
The position will work alongside the Head Keeper, helping with a variety of duties and the day to day maintenance and enhancement of the Estate.
An enthusiastic, hardworking person is required with a proven track record.
The position offers a superb opportunity for someone with drive and ambition to develop their existing skills and to make a difference and contribution to the Estate’s environmental and conservation programme.
Offering a competitive wage and accommodation if required.
Please apply in strictest confidence with a CV and covering letter to contact@norfolkgamekeeper.co.uk.
Closing date for applications 7th May 2021.
Salary Type: Salary on application
Hours: Full time
Contract Type: Permanent
POSTED 13/04/21
Grouse Beat Keeper, County Durham
We are looking for a capable grouse beat keeper for a moor in County Durham.
The successful applicant will be responsible for a beat that forms part of Raby Estates’ principal moor. You will be part of the larger keepering team in Teesdale, working under the Head Keeper.
The beat is productive but does include an area with improvement potential and would suit a self-motivated, hardworking, well-presented individual with a conscientious attitude, they will also require the following: -
A competitive package to include accommodation (2 bed property with outbuildings) and work vehicles will be offered to the successful candidate.
Please apply in strict confidence with CV and covering letter to Joe Robinson, Durham Land Agent – joe.robinson@raby.co.uk 01833 660888
POSTED 09/04/21
LOW GROUND KEEPER REQUIRED ON A ESTATE IN THE LAMMERMUIRS SCOTLAND.
A position has become available for a motivated and enthusiastic low ground keeper with a minimum of three years’ experience. This is an excellent opportunity for a hardworking, honest and reliable individual with the ability to work within a team of estate employees. Shotgun, firearms and driving licences are essential.
An attractive salary and accommodation package is available to the right candidate.
Please send CVs to –info@bhsporting.co.uk
POSTED 31/03/21
The Welbeck Estates Company Ltd
BEAT KEEPER, NOTTINGHAMSHIRE
A Beat Keeper is required to join a team of four on this Nottinghamshire Estate.
The successful applicant will be responsible for developing their own beat while assisting the Head Game Keeper.
Duties will include the rearing and release of pheasants, deer management, habitat management and security of the Estate.
The applicant should be self-motivated with a minimum of 3 years’ experience of managing their own beat, be able to integrate well with colleagues and senior staff, tenants and the public.
Experience with pheasant and deer management along with relevant training and qualifications would be advantageous.
Shotgun, Firearms, clean driving licence and working gun dogs are essential.
A competitive package includes a 3-bedroom lodge, vehicle, pension, and a work phone.
To apply for this position please email or write with your CV and salary expectations to:
Recruitment, Welbeck Estate Company Ltd, Portland Estate Office, Cavendish House, Welbeck, Nottinghamshire, S80 3LL
recruitment@welbeck.co.uk www.welbeck.co.uk
Closing date: Friday 16th April 2021
POSTED 29/3/21
FOREST OF BIRSE – BEAT KEEPER
Enthusiastic Beat Keeper required to join a team of three on a mixed sporting Estate in Deeside, Aberdeenshire.
The successful candidate will be a self-motivated individual who will work well as part of a team and be able to demonstrate a professional approach to all aspects of the job. Experience with grouse, pheasants and deer along with relevant training and qualifications would be advantageous. Shotgun, firearm, driving licence and working terriers/gundogs are essential.
A competitive remuneration package will be available for the correct candidate, including a modernised farmhouse.
Job description available upon request. Written applications with CV to:
FAO Catriona Mackison, Estates Office, Dunecht, Westhill, Aberdeenshire, AB32 7AW
or
Closing date for applications 12th April 2021
POSTED 25/3/21
Loyton Sporting is recruiting for an experienced Under Keeper at the Molland shoot for the 2021/22 season
Managing several prestigious West Country shoots, Loyton Sporting takes pride in offering shooting of the very highest standard, with great attention to detail in all elements of the sport, from the husbandry of the birds to the shoot day experience.
We are looking for an under keeper to join the Molland shoot for which we are happy to consider applications that have may previously been submitted for general keeper adverts across the Loyton portfolio. Applications will be treated in the strictest of confidence and interviews will be conducted by video call.
Please apply in writing by sending CV and covering letter to sporting@loyton.com
POSTED 25/3/21
Loyton Sporting is looking for a full time general builder’s position for estate maintenance and future projects at Loyton. This role will be varied and extensive, both indoors and outdoors, covering the managed shooting Estates, game rearing and Loyton Lodge. The candidate should be happy working alone but also alongside existing shoot and Loyton personnel. A good level of experienced in general carpentry, roofing, painting, block & stonework, plastering etc would be ideal.
This is an exciting and varied role which would suit someone with a creative mindset.
Please apply in writing by sending CV and covering letter to sporting@loyton.com
POSTED 16/03/21
Beat Keeper position
The position for a hard working,enthusiastic and passionate beat keeper has arisen on a private pheasant and partridge shoot in Leicestershire. A minimum of 4 years full time experience with a proven track record is essential.
The role would suit an underkeeper looking to take the next step up in their career.
An eye for detail and high standards are expected along with working well in a team but equally well on their own.
Candidates will have their own working dogs and relevant shotgun and firearms certificates and atv/utv certificate.
Accommodation, vehicle and salary negotiable based on experience is available to the successful candidate.
Please apply by sending your C.V. to
POSTED 10/03/2021
GAMEKEEPER/FORESTER REQUIRED
A private and historic Estate in East Leicestershire requires a Gamekeeper/Forester to run 6-7 days shooting for the family. The shooting will be both pheasant and partridge from cover crops and woodlands.
The Estate consists of mixed farmland and woodland laid out for sport by Victorian ancestors; indeed, the history of shooting on this Estate has been traced back to a keeper appointed by an ancestor in 1730. The Estate extends to around 4000 acres with some 29 woods and a dozen staff are employed across the Estate.
In addition to the traditional duties of a keeper (such as vermin control, rearing and releasing) to produce days of around 250 head, the successful candidate will be expected to balance a traditional past with the demands of the future whilst furthering conservation. Good communication skills with those on and off the Estate are important, as is the desire and the ability to contribute to the future smooth operation of all the family Estates.
Further duties will include maintaining, improving and planting woodlands and estate trees, minor tree safety work, fencing and hedge laying, but no working at height will be expected.
In the longer term the candidate may be required to set up an Estate base to enable him or her to produce a minor timber income stream.
Qualifications required (training can be provided):
Accommodation, transport and equipment provided; salary by negotiation
Apply with CV to Fisher German, 40 High Street, Market Harborough, Leicestershire LE16 7NX or angela.williams@fishergerman.co.uk
POSTED 02/03/2021
Driver and maintenance assistant at shooting estate
Required qualifications:
An exciting opportunity for an energetic individual who enjoys every aspect of working, as part of a multi-functional tram on a shooting estate. To be based at the principle’s property near Stamford, Northamptonshire with occasional work (inc. overnight stays) on the family’s premises in Oxfordshire.
The ideal candidate must be able to fulfil a variety of roles and have a flexible approach to working hours and a can-do attitude. The position can be broken into three areas:
Package
Please apply to angus.gunning@blatherwyckeestate.co.uk providing references and CV.
POSTED 01/03/2021
Gamekeeper, full time, experienced, single-handed for small private family shoot in Dorset. Low pressure, not commercial but good fun days achievable with the right man. New woodland drives to create and deer management programme to be implemented. Woodland work necessary, so experience needed with Chainsaw. Excavator experience ideal. Free range, rare breed Poultry rearing an optional responsibility. Other livestock experience would be ideal but not essential. A very diverse role for the genuine countryman who likes a busy working life with plenty of diversity. Accommodation provided.
E-mail CV’s to mark.leatham@lyonshill.co.uk
POSTED 27/01/2021 - CLOSED
Loyton Sporting is recruiting for experienced Beat Keepers and Under Keepers for the 2021/22 season
Managing six prestigious West Country shoots, Loyton takes pride in offering shooting of the very highest standard, with great attention to detail in all elements of the sport, from the husbandry of the birds to the shoot day experience.
We are looking for experienced Beat Keepers and Under Keepers to join our professional team, across the portfolio of estates.
The exact positions and estates will only be discussed once your full application has been submitted. Applications will be treated in the strictest of confidence and interviews will be conducted by video call.
Please apply in writing by sending CV and covering letter tosporting@loyton.com
POSTED 04/01/2021 - CLOSED
Under Keeper - Norfolk
Salary Type: Salary on application
Hours: Full time
Contract Type: Permanent
A North Norfolk Estate requires an Under Keeper.
The position will work alongside the Head Keeper, helping with a variety of duties and the day to day maintenance and enhancement of the Estate.
An enthusiastic, hardworking person is required with a proven track record.
The position offers a superb opportunity for someone with drive and ambition to develop their existing skills and to make a difference and contribution to the Estate’s environmental and conservation programme.
Offering a competitive wage and accommodation if required.
Please apply in strictest confidence with a CV and covering letter to contact@norfolkgamekeeper.co.uk
Closing date for applications 31st January 2021.
POSTED 16/12/2020
Province of Styria, Austria
An experienced, conscientious, single handed gamekeeper is required for a private Estate in south east Austria.
The current English gamekeeper is retiring after 18 years.
A competitive salary plus perks will be paid, together with housing and the provision of shoot vehicles.
A working knowledge of the German language will be an advantage, but not essential.
Duties will include pheasant production from laying flock to release pen
The successful applicant will be experienced in all aspects of operating a shoot, and will be a hardworking, dedicated person who can work unsupervised and display an ability to prioritise the varied work load.
The candidate will be expected to have a full UK driving licence, firearms and shotgun certificates, plus certificates for ATV, chainsaw and PA1.
Please apply, sending your CV and any supplemental information, to
Andrew Browning, akb@dr.com
POSTED 10/12/2020 - POSITION FILLED
Grouse Keeper, County Durham
We are looking for a capable grouse keeper for a moor in County Durham.
The successful applicant will be responsible for a beat that is off lying to the Estates’ principal moor although they will also be required to be involved as part of the larger keepering team, working with the head keeper from time to time during key times of the year.
The beat has significant potential and would suit a self-motivated, hardworking, well-presented individual with a conscientious attitude, they will also require the following: -
A competitive package to include accommodation (fully refurbished 3 bed property) and work vehicles will be offered to the successful candidate.
Please apply in strict confidence with CV and covering letter to Joe Robinson, Durham Land Agent – joe.robinson@raby.co.uk 01833 660888
Posted 30/04/2020 - POSITION FILLED
Beat Keeper, CHITCOMBE ESTATE, DORSET - POSITION FILLED
A Beat keeper position has arisen on a high quality private/commercial shoot near Dorchester Dorset.
The successful applicant will be self-motivated & well presented with a conscientious attitude and keen to work alongside the Head keeper, they will also require the following:
• Ability to run their own beat with a minimum of 3 years experience.
• Firearms & shotgun licences
• Full clean driving licence
• Their own working dogs
• Sprayer and chainsaw certificates would be an advantage
A competitive package to include accommodation and work vehicles will be offered to the successful candidate.
Applications to include CV and covering letter to;
keepercuffy@hotmail.co.uk
Closing date for applications is Friday 8th May 2020
Posted 12/03/20
Tractor Driver/Game Worker, SHADWELL ESTATE COMPANY - POSITION FILLED
Title: Tractor Driver / Game Worker
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7.00am to 4.30pm
Responsible to: Game Keeper
The Shadwell Estate Company Ltd are recruiting a Tractor person to support the game department. The successful applicant will be joining a team of 7 people who are responsible for managing our 6500 acre private south Norfolk shooting estate.
We are not able to offer accommodation with this role.
Tasks and Activities:
Work Experience/Educational Requirements:
Please email your CV to recruitment@shadwellstud.co.uk
Posted 18/02/20 - POSITION FILLED
GAMEKEEPER, Northumberland Estates, LINHOPE
An opportunity has arisen within our team for an active individual who enjoys every aspect of the modern job. This position is predominately hill, but the applicant must be able to work, when required, within the team covering all aspects of grouse, pheasant and partridge.
The successful candidate would need to adapt very quickly to the systems of work already in place, but also come with fresh ideas.
All methods of legal vermin control are the number one priority in a very wild environment.
Advantageous, but not compulsory, skills would be tractor and digger experience to help with our landscape, level heather regeneration works and grip blocking.
The Estate health and safety is very strict, training of staff and up to date tickets held would be continuous.
Driving licence, firearms and shotgun certificates are essential.
A 4-bedroom centrally heated house with kennels and a large kit shed are available as part of the salary package.
Written applications including CV and references to:
The Linhope Estate, c/o Estates Office, Alnwick Castle, Alnwick, NE66 1NQ
Or by email: pam.gray@northumberlandestaes.co.uk
Tel: 01665 511132
Posted 23/10/19
Head Gamekeeper, Perthshire. - POSITION FILLED
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced and ambitious head keeper on a very successful low ground shoot on a private estate in Perthshire. The post is available from 1st February 2020. Both fallow and roe stalking is also required.
Applicants must have full UK driving licence, valid firearms and shotgun certificates. ATV Sit Astride, chainsaw and pesticide certification also desirable.
Package includes first-class accommodation, pension scheme, life cover and vehicle.
Full job description available on request. All applications in strict confidence with a full CV and copies of relevant certificates by Friday 15thNovember to Ailsa Baird, ailsa.baird@galbraithgroup.com
Posted 10/09/19
Grouse Under-Keeper, County Durham. POSITION FILLED
We are looking for a capable under-keeper for a moor in County Durham to work with grouse and wild game. This is a high and challenging moor in the North Pennines, capable of producing some of the finest driven grouse shooting in the country.
The successful applicant will be highly motivated, hardworking and will be partly responsible for their own beat.
This is an exciting opportunity with excellent terms, including accomadation. Current shotgun and firearms certificates as well as a fulll UK driving licence are essential, ATV/UTV licence preferable. Applications close Fri 27th September.
Please apply in strict confidence with CV to George Whittaker - george@greens-cs.com or 01453 521956
National Gamekeepers Organisation PO Box 246 Darlington DL1 9FZ