Domestic Helper / All-Rounder - for an exclusive private estate in Wädenswil Zurich
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced All-Rounder for a private estate in Wädenswil in the Canton of Zurich.
This full-time position requires a detail-oriented professional with good physical stamina and a no drama attitude, who can maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and organization in a private exclusive estate
Key Duties Responsibilities
General Property & Grounds Maintenance
- Cleaning and upkeep of outdoor areas, including park/garden spaces, pathways, terraces, and exterior surfaces
- Seasonal tasks such as leaf collection and snow removal
- Washing and maintaining outdoor furniture and equipment
Household Maintenance & Minor Repairs
- Performing minor repairs and maintenance tasks (e.g. fixing small items, mounting shelves)
- Carrying out tasks that do not require formal technical training or professional certification
- Supporting basic renovations and general upkeep of buildings and facilities
Housekeeping & Organization
- Supporting general household organization
- Maintaining cleanliness and order in exterior spaces as required
Pool Maintenance
- Cleaning and maintaining the indoor swimming pool (pool robot available)
- Monitoring and managing pool consumables and chemicals strictly in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions
Vehicle Fleet & Driving Services
Maintenance of the household vehicle fleet, including:
- Washing vehicles and cleaning interiors
- Refueling and basic vehicle care
- Providing driving services using the employer’s vehicles upon request
Errands, Shopping & Logistics
- Making purchases and running errands as instructed by the employer
- Organizing materials and household supplies
- Coordinating deliveries and maintaining basic inventories
Dogs’ care
- Walking the dogs outside the premises (e.g. in parks and public areas)
- Washing and grooming the dogs after walks
Coordination with Contractors & Service Providers
- Coordinating and supervising external contractors and service companies as required
- Acting as a point of contact on behalf of the employer for household-related services
Flexible All-Round Household Support
- Providing adaptable, hands-on support across a wide range of household tasks
- Assisting with ad-hoc duties to ensure the smooth daily operation of the private household
Other Duties
- Performing other reasonable tasks and errands as assigned by the employer that do not require specific professional qualifications
Experience & Skills
Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in a comparable role within a private household or residential environment.
Basic gardening and grounds keeping knowledge (specialized gardening and landscaping services are provided by an external company).
Technically adept and manually skilled, with the ability to carry out minor repairs, maintenance work, and practical household tasks independently.
Language skills:
- Fluent in German (spoken and written).
- Good level of English (spoken and written).
- French is considered an advantage.
Valid Swiss driving license (Category B) with confident and responsible driving experience.
Personal Attributes
- Physically fit and resilient, capable of performing demanding outdoor and manual tasks in all seasons.
- Excellent attention to detail, with strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Reliable, discreet, and trustworthy, demonstrating a professional and respectful demeanor appropriate for a private household.
- Calm, solution-oriented personality with a “no-drama” attitude.
- Flexible availability, with willingness to adapt working hours according to the household’s needs and schedule.
For this position, we can only consider Swiss nationals, EU citizens or professionals possessing a valid EU / EFTA passport or an existing EU Residency permit.
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REF: NM 146807