Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

Vancouver Golf Club; Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

RRSP matching

Golf privileges

Staff meals

Education/education allowance

Job summary

Vancouver Golf Club in Coquitlam, BC is seeking an Assistant Golf Course Superintendent to support daily operations and maintain top-tier playing conditions. You will supervise maintenance crews, monitor turf conditions, and implement agronomic programs to ensure premier surfaces for a private club.

Responsibilities include coordinating mowing, irrigation oversight, fertilizer and pesticide applications, and ongoing equipment maintenance.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Turfgrass Management or related field.
• Proven leadership ability to supervise and develop a 26-member unionized team.
• Strong IPM knowledge and sound agronomic practices.
• Knowledge of golf course irrigation systems, scheduling, troubleshooting, and repairs.
• Legally eligible to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily golf course maintenance operations and ensure course standards are met.
• Lead, mentor, train, and develop team members for high performance.
• Oversee irrigation scheduling, system operation, troubleshooting, repairs, and maintenance.
• Coordinate fertilizer and pesticide applications and agronomic practices.
• Maintain maintenance records and data to support decision-making.
• Promote a positive, collaborative work environment and clear communication with leadership.

Skills

Leadership

IPM knowledge

Irrigation systems

Communication

Golf course ops

Education

Diploma or degree in Turfgrass Management

Tools

USGA GS3 ball

Job description

Company Description

Vancouver Golf Club is a private, member-focused club with a rich heritage dating back to 1910. The club is built around a shared passion for the game of golf, creating an environment where members enjoy camaraderie, memorable experiences, and a strong sense of community. Staff are part of a tradition that values high-quality course conditions, exceptional service, and a welcoming culture. Working at Vancouver Golf Club offers the opportunity to contribute to a lasting legacy while supporting an elevated golf experience.

Role Description

The Assistant Golf Course Superintendent is a full-time, on-site role based at Vancouver Golf Club in Coquitlam, BC. This position supports the Golf Course Superintendent in daily operations, including supervising maintenance crews, monitoring turf conditions, and implementing agronomic programs to ensure optimal playing surfaces. Responsibilities include coordinating mowing schedules, overseeing irrigation system operation and repairs, assisting with fertilizer and pesticide applications, and managing landscape and bunker maintenance. The role also involves maintaining equipment standards, promoting safe work practices, and communicating course conditions and maintenance plans to leadership. The Assistant Superintendent participates in planning seasonal projects, renovation work, and sustainability initiatives to preserve and enhance the course.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in overseeing the planning, scheduling, and execution of daily golf course maintenance operations, ensuring established course standards are consistently achieved.
• Lead, mentor, train, and develop team members while promoting accountability, efficiency, and high performance.
• Oversee irrigation scheduling, system operation, troubleshooting, repairs, and ongoing maintenance.
• Coordinate and supervise fertilizer and pesticide applications, along with key agronomic and cultural practices.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, application logs, inventories, and agronomic data. Utilize tools such as the USGA GS3 ball to monitor and evaluate playing surface performance, firmness, moisture, and consistency to support data-driven maintenance decisions.
• Promote a positive, collaborative, and professional work environment built on communication, teamwork, and mutual respect.

Qualifications & Experience

• A strong understanding of the private golf club environment and the expectations of a high-end membership would be considered an asset.
• Previous experience as a First or Second Assistant Superintendent, or in a technical role within a private golf club maintenance operation.
• Diploma or degree in Turfgrass Management or a related field. Candidates currently enrolled in a recognized program will also be considered.
• Demonstrated leadership ability, with the capacity to supervise, motivate, and develop a 26-member unionized team.
• Knowledge of Integrated Pest Management (IPM), fertilizer programs, pesticide applications, and sound agronomic practices.
• Strong understanding of golf course irrigation systems, including scheduling, operation, troubleshooting, and repairs.
• Familiarity with the game of golf and an understanding of how course conditions influence playability.
• Experience with Toro irrigation systems would be considered an asset.
• Valid BC Pesticide Applicator Certificate or the ability to obtain one within a reasonable timeframe.
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation: $75,000 - $85,000
• Professional Development: Association dues, conference/education allowance, tournament volunteer opportunities.
• Additional Benefits: Comprehensive health benefits, RRSP (employee and employer contribution match), golf privileges, staff meals.

Posting Closing Date

December 1st, 2026