Job Purpose:

To ensure the day-to-day maintenance, improvement and development of the golf course, in line with operational budgets.

Operational Responsibilities:

General supervision of the golf course
Maintenance of the golf course to a high standard including general grounds maintenance duties
Operation of ground care equipment including inspection, routine maintenance and cleaning
Operation of tools and equipment including powered hand tools, tractors and ride-on machinery
Assist in the planning of work and maintenance programmes, identifying materials to maintain and improve the quality of the course
Identifying opportunities for course improvements and oversee and manage approved projects
Prepare the course for daily play including marking hazards, ground under repair, setting of tee markers, preparation of bunkers, maintenance of course furniture and pathways
Maintain adequate supplies of materials and chemicals to ensure course maintenance programmes are delivered and ensure their appropriate use
Complete inspections of buildings, fences, structures, equipment and plant on an ongoing basis to ensure their safety of use and reporting defects appropriately
Ensure all codes of practice in respect of operations, health and safety etc are followed
General cleaning and litter collection
Providing a monthly report and attending Trustee meetings as requested
Adhere to the Course’s policy and procedures for purchasing equipment and materials

Health & Safety Responsibilities

Assist Trustees in the development and review of the course’s safety systems including risk assessment, COSHH, safe systems of work and safety operating procedures
Ensure the safe storage of all materials, tools, equipment and chemical, in an orderly manner
Keyholder and part of the out-of-hours emergency call-out list

People Responsibilities

Liaise with and direct the work of maintenance volunteers and contractors to ensure safe working practices and customer safety
Ensure all customer interaction is handled professionally and with courtesy, assisting in a quality customer experience on each and every visit, recognising their importance to the business
Reporting issues or suggestions to the Trustee Board at the earliest opportunity
Must commit to, support and work within the Course’s safeguarding policies and procedures
Adopt a flexible attitude to the role at all times, undertaking tasks that assist the Trustees to maintain a competitive advantage.
This job description is not intended to exclude any task, which the postholder might reasonably be required to undertake.

Qualities/Experience and Training (Desirable)

Have or be willing to work towards the SVQ Level 2 in Sport Turf: Greenkeeping or Sports Turf: Groundsman
Previous experience of greenkeeping/grounds maintenance operations
Flexible approach to working patterns, including early mornings, evenings and weekends
Full UK driving license (required)

To apply: Please submit a CV including current salary and a statement of no more than 500 words explaining why you feel you would be the perfect candidate for this exciting new role.

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