About the role
A unique opportunity to work at the heart of the Island’s constitutional and ceremonial life.
Government House is seeking a highly professional, practical and adaptable Deputy House Manager / Butler-Chauffeur to join its small and dedicated team.
This is a hands-on operational role, combining responsibility for supervising and coordinating household staff with practical duties across the House and grounds. You will be expected to lead by example and be directly involved in preparing for official functions, undertaking household and property tasks, supporting logistical arrangements and driving His Excellency and other authorised passengers.
Driving is a significant and regular part of the role, and you must have substantial driving experience and be confident in providing a professional and discreet service to senior officials and VIPs.
The role offers considerable variety. From preparing Government House for an official reception, to responding to an unexpected operational issue, overseeing contractors, maintaining vehicles or assisting with the practical running of the House, no two days are likely to be the same.
We are looking for someone who is practical, organised, dependable and discreet, with excellent judgement and a genuine willingness to get involved and make things happen. Experience in hospitality, household management, property/facilities, events, transport or a similar operational environment would be advantageous.
The role requires flexibility, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays, and participation in an on-call rota. Flexible working arrangements are available within the requirements of the role.
If you are someone who takes pride in high standards, enjoys a varied working environment and is comfortable combining leadership with practical, hands-on work, we would like to hear from you.
Potential candidates are strongly encouraged to get in touch to talk about the role.
A workplace that invests in you
A competitive salary that increases each 12 months until you reach the salary maximum.
A generous annual leave entitlement, a Privilege Day and 10 Bank Holidays; your annual leave will increase after your first year and again after your third year.
A flexi-time scheme where you can accrue additional time worked to take time off in line with the relevant flexi-time scheme.
Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the IOM Public Service offers two pension arrangements: the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011 or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement.
Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development.
Discounted access to the NSC gym and island swimming pools as well as 1-to-1 support programmes and exercise classes with qualified instructors.
Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and signposting on a wide range of issues.
Ability to apply for an unpaid career break after 3 years’ service.
Access to the Isle of Man Public Service Cycle to Work scheme after your first year of employment.
Working for the Isle of Man Public Service
We are the largest employer on the island delivering a diverse range of services to the people of the Isle of Man. We care, nurture and value our employees’ wellbeing, development and career and place great importance on rewarding the commitment by our wonderful employees.
We support and promote flexible working, recognising the importance of working flexibly around your life and commitments and the benefits in improving work-life balance. We are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements where possible and if interested you should discuss this with the Recruiting Manager.
The Isle of Man Public Service is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates equality, diversity and inclusion. We understand how a wide range of views and experiences can benefit us as we work together for the Isle of Man.
Your candidate experience is important to us. As a proud member of The Circle Back Initiative, we commit to respond to every applicant that applies for an Isle of Man Public Service role.
We are committed to net zero by 2050 and as an entire nation UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, we are transforming public services for a sustainable future and your contributions will directly benefit our community, economy, and environment.
Things to note
A basic police check is required for this post, the cost of which will be covered by the Isle of Man Government.
Please note a relocation package is not available for this role.
Interviews are expected to take place during the week commencing 28 September 2026.
Ready to apply?
Potential candidates are strongly encouraged to get in touch to talk about the role. You can contact the Recruiting Manager at [email protected].
To get the best out of your application, read our article on the important essentials you need to know before applying.
Applications will be accepted up to midnight of the closing date specified. If you have difficulties applying online, please contact us on 01624 685000 or by email at [email protected].
