Senior Golf Course Superintendent: Elevate Turf Playability

Golf Recruitment Central; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remuneration package

Job summary

Settlers Run Golf & Country Club in Botanic Ridge, VIC, seeks an experienced Golf Course Superintendent to lead day-to-day maintenance and long-term development of the 18-hole Greg Norman-designed course. You will head the maintenance team, deliver turf programs, and work with management to uphold top-quality play and presentation.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong turf knowledge, budgeting skills and a commitment to safety and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Qualifications in turf management or a related field.
• Experience as a Golf Course Superintendent or senior turf management role.
• Strong knowledge of turf agronomy, irrigation, drainage and maintenance practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop and motivate the course maintenance team, creating a positive and accountable workplace.
• Manage the daily presentation and maintenance of the golf course, including greens, tees, fairways, surrounds, bunkers and practice facilities.
• Develop and deliver turf management programs, including mowing, irrigation, fertilising, pest and disease management, and renovations.
• Manage course resources, equipment and maintenance schedules effectively.
• Prepare and manage the course maintenance budget in consultation with the General Manager.
• Plan and deliver course improvement and capital works projects.
• Monitor irrigation, drainage and water use to support long-term health and playability.
• Ensure safe work practices and compliance with environmental, chemical and workplace safety requirements.
• Communicate course conditions, maintenance activities and planned work with management and relevant club committees.
• Work collaboratively with the golf operations team to balance maintenance requirements with member and guest play.

Job description

Settlers Run Golf & Country Club in Botanic Ridge, VIC, seeks an experienced Golf Course Superintendent to lead day-to-day maintenance and long-term development of the 18-hole Greg Norman-designed course. You will head the maintenance team, deliver turf programs, and work with management to uphold top-quality play and presentation.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong turf knowledge, budgeting skills and a commitment to safety and environmental standards.