Golf Course Maintenance - Lora Bay

Lorabaygolf; Canada; Sur place; CAD 25 000 - 26 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Paid training

Free golf

Staff discounts on meals, rooms, and g

Staff parties, rewards and recognition

Referral bonuses ($500)

Contract completion bonus

Résumé du poste

Lora Bay Golf Club is seeking a strong, energetic, reliable, and dedicated individual to join our Golf Course Maintenance team in Thornbury, Ontario. This role supports daily course upkeep, including mowing, bunkers, turf care and equipment operation to ensure top playability for members and guests.

Full-time and part-time seasonal positions are available through October. Responsibilities include course setup, drainage, debris removal, divot repair, and project assistance with sodding and tree

Qualifications

• No educational requirements; however, a diploma or degree from a recognized turf grass management program is beneficial
• Previous golf course or landscaping experience is an asset but not essential
• Knowledge of maintenance equipment is an asset but not essential
• High regard for health and safety for yourself and others

Responsabilités

• Golf course setup for daily play
• General mowing with specialized handheld equipment
• Maintenance of all bunkers; raking, edging, minor construction and maintenance of other hazards such as water features
• Repairing wear and tear caused by golfers and animals
• Attending to drainage problems
• Removing early morning dew and debris from all playing surfaces
• Repairing divots and edging irrigation heads
• Preparing ground for and establishing turf
• Assist with any projects such as, sodding, drainage and tree work
• Assist with any necessary cultural practices
• Maintaining golf course furniture
• Communicating effectively and keeping management informed
• Understanding roles and responsibilities
• Opportunities to learn to operate additional equipment during the summer months
• Use of hand tools, including lawn mowers, rakes, and shovels

Connaissances

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Outdoor work

Formation

Diploma in turf grass management recommended

Outils

Maintenance equipment

Description du poste

Thornbury, The Blue Mountains, ON, Canada

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Nestled between the shores of Georgian Bay and the Niagara Escarpment, Lora Bay, provides the perfect setting for golf. The lush green fairways, with tee decks ranging from 5,100 to 7,100 yards, are expertly designed to incorporate the natural terrain, providing spectacular views while challenging players of all levels.

We provide our team members with an opportunity to gather the tools they need to succeed in their careers. Whether you are a veteran hospitality professional, just embarking on your hospitality career, or looking for seasonal employment, our supportive management team will ensure a sense of belonging and that your participation and opinions are valued, enabling both individual and team success. Are you ready to take part in making memorable days on the bay?

All companies under the Great Gulf Group umbrella are united by one simple goal: the pursuit of greatness. It’s achieved every day through the passion and dedication of our people. If you’re excited to build meaningful solutions and make an impact, we’d love to hear from you!

Why Join Lora Bay?

• Great people, beautiful location, safe and fun work environment!
• Paid training!
• Free golf!
• Staff (and friends and family) discounts on meals, rooms, and golf
• Staff parties, $$ rewards, and recognition programs
• $500 for referring fellow team members and earn $ for bringing in business*
• Contract completion bonus*
• *Some conditions apply. Please inquire for details.

Do you enjoy working outdoors and take pride in maintaining beautiful landscapesrain or shine? Do you have experience with grounds maintenance, landscaping equipment, or golf course upkeep? If you are reliable, detail-oriented, and enjoy working as part of a team to create exceptional playing conditions, keep reading to see if this role is for you!

Lora Bay Golf Club is seeking a strong, energetic, reliable, and dedicated individual to join ourGolf Course Maintenance team in Thornbury!

The Golf Course Maintenance team plays a key role in ensuring the course is maintained to the highest standards for our members and guests. This position is responsible for assisting with daily course maintenance, including mowing, trimming, bunker maintenance, and general turf care while supporting the overall presentation and playability of the golf course.

Full-time and part-time seasonal positions available to start as soon as possible through the end of October.

Key Responsibilities:

• Golf course setup for daily play
• General mowing with specialized handheld equipment
• Maintenance of all bunkers; raking, edging, minor construction and maintenance of other hazards such as water features
• Repairing wear and tear caused by golfers and animals
• Attending to drainage problems
• Removing early morning dew and debris from all playing surfaces
• Repairing divots and edging irrigation heads
• Preparing ground for and establishing turf
• Assist with any projects such as, sodding, drainage and tree work
• Assist with any necessary cultural practices
• Maintaining golf course furniture
• Communicating effectively and keeping management informed
• Understanding roles and responsibilities
• Opportunities to learn to operate additional equipment during the summer months
• Use of hand tools, including lawn mowers, rakes, and shovels

Qualifications:

• No educational requirements; however, a diploma or degree from a recognized turf grass management program is beneficial
• Previous golf course or landscaping experience is an asset but not essential
• Knowledge of maintenance equipment is an asset but not essential
• High regard for health and safety for yourself and others

Work Arrangement:

• Valid driver’s license, minimum of a G1 level
• Detail-oriented
• Available to work early morning hours, weekends and holidays
• Able to work in a team environment
• Ability to work in changing weather conditions
• Exposure to noisy equipment
• Exposure to temperature fluctuations
• Exposure to dust and outdoor atmospheric elements
• Working with and near heavy equipment
• Lifting (up to 100 pounds)
• Twisting, bending, walking and movement throughout the golf course and surrounding areas, carrying heavy items to different locations
• Frequent exposure to dust and outdoor elements, wearing PPE when required and working outside in inclement weather on a daily basis
• Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for extended periods
• Requires writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions
• May be required at times to work long hours, during the golf season, which will include weekends and statutory holidays

Compensation:

• Pay: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour (based on experience)

Vacancy Status:

• Replacement Vacancy

Interested?

Great Gulf Group of Companies is committed to providing a fair and equitable work environment and encourages applications from qualified women, men, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, and persons with disabilities. As per the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), Great Gulf Group of Companies will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise Human Resources.

To be eligible to apply for this position you must be legally entitled to work in Canada. We do not accept international applicants without a valid work permit. We thank all applicants for their interest. Only successful candidates will be contacted.

Please note that all hiring decisions are made directly by our team. We do not rely on automated AI screening tools in our recruitment process.

Thornbury, The Blue Mountains, ON, Canada