House Manager/Housekeeper for family in Merewether (Newcastle), 3-5 days per week
- Reference:
- NEWM
- Category:
- Shore Based Jobs
- Positions:
- Estate/House Manager, Villa / Residence Staff
- Location:
- Aust
- Job posted:
- January 5, 2026
- Are you a local experienced housekeeper looking for a long term role? (NO HEAVY CLEANING!)
- At least 3 days per week, but very flexible for the right person if you want more hours!
- Easy daily hours 9am - 3pm (Pref, Mon/Tue/Fri but flexible!)
An amazing opportunity in the Newcastle area!
A very busy family of 5 (2 adults and 3 school aged children) is seeking an experienced House Manager/Family/Home Assistant/Housekeeper to work at least 3 days per week to help the household run smoothly in their home in Merewether, NSW.
Duties will focus on general housekeeping (no heavy cleaning as they have regular cleaners) such as laundry, making beds, ironing, managing the cleaners, maintaining household stocks, organising outside services (e.g. window cleaning, gardeners), running easy errands and other daily home tasks.
A car will be made available for use for errands.
We are seeking someone with the following attributes:
- Minimum 5 years' experience in private housekeeping in a similar role
- Strong eye for detail
- Management as well as housekeeping experience (e.g. liaison with cleaners)
- Self-motivated, good initiative and able to follow direction
- Excellent housekeeping and laundry skills
- Detail oriented with strong organisational skills
Driver's licence, Working With Children Check (WWCC), own car and a current Police Check are required.
Hourly rate: Depending on experience - $45-$55 per hour, depending on experience and hours.
Further information is available from the recruitment agency.
Work Experience Requirements:
All applicants must have previous experience in working on a Yacht or a Cruise Ship.
Language Requirements:
Good knowledge of the English language is required.
Certificates and Qualifications:
All applicants must hold a valid ENG1 certificate to be able to apply for this position.
A valid STCW Basic Safety Training certificate is required from all applicants. Please sign up for an STCW course and obtain the certificate if you don't have it yet.
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