CURRENT VACANCIES

Seasonal Property Assistant (June - September 2025)

About the Role

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our team for the summer season.

The role will support the company through our busiest period through until September, working from our office in Castletown, our housekeeping unit in Balthane Industrial Estate and our properties islandwide

The role will involve approx 24 hrs per week, 4 days a week including each Saturday. 

Regular Key Tasks

§ Providing logistical support to our housekeepers around the island, delivering items to our properties island wide using company vehicle.

§  Heading out and about around the island meeting or assisting guests other team members and performing property and cleaning spot checks.

§  From time to time assist the housekeeping team to ensure properties are clean and guest ready.

§  Ensuring our housekeeping unit is well stocked and functioning. 

Who we are

Island Escapes is the leading provider of self-catering holiday accommodation on the Isle of Man with around 150 properties in our portfolio. We are a young but growing business with a clear idea of our identity and what we wish to achieve. We are not simply a business, but an entity who’s core vision and values are underpinned by a genuine love for the Island we call home and all it’s unique offerings.

Our local presence means we very much operate a hands on approach to our properties, ensuring a high quality of service to our guests and homeowners alike. This is highlighted by our recent accolade of becoming a Gold Standard Quality Accredited Company, independently assessed by QIA Services.

We are proud to be a corporate sponsor of the Manx Wildlife Trust and are a proud partner of UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man. Our team currently comprises over 40 hardworking employees, including over 30 part time housekeepers, office based members of staff and a maintenance technician.

Skills and Qualifications

Whilst no industry experience is necessary for this role and it would be an ideal role for a student or individual looking to gain experience we are looking for someone with a few of the following attributes:

§  Good IT skills - able to use a mobile app and other communication tools.

§  Excellent attention to detail.

§  Good communication skills, both written and verbal.

§  Strong problem solving skills and the ability to deploy them in an unflappable manner.

§  A full driving license.

§  Driven attitude and strong work ethic.

§  A genuine enthusiasm for the Isle of Man and all it has to offer.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to gain experience in our industry. If you think you could become a valuable asset to our team, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

§  Competitive hourly rate of £12.50 per hour.

§  Company vehicle provided for all work tasks

§  Accrual of lieu hours and some degree of flexible working.

To apply

To apply please email a copy of your CV and a covering letter to John Keggin, Managing Director by email john@islandescapes.im by 15th April 2025.

Housekeepers

We are looking for additional housekeepers to join our growing team ahead of the busy summer season, positions island-wide. . Duties include cleaning and presenting our portfolio of holiday homes to a high standard, ensuring guests arrive to an immaculate home from home, each and every time.

Are you friendly, hardworking, reliable, conscientious and have a good eye for detail?

Are you able to drive, have your own transport and available to work during the week and Saturdays?

If so, we would love to hear from you. Flexible part time hours to suit you, good rates of pay and mileage allowance where applicable. Full cleaning kit supplied

Rate of pay £14 per hour plus mileage allowance. 

A full driving licence is required for this position.  Email housekeeping@islandescapes.im for more information and to register your interest.