Grow in Assistant

Fox Harb'r Resort; Wallace Hill 14A; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fuel Allowance

Discounts at Dining Areas

Discounts on Accommodations, Golf and Spa

Friends and Family Rates

Complimentary Pool and Fitness Access

Team Member Activities

Education Funding

Housing Availability

Job summary

Fox Harb’r Resort in Nova Scotia is seeking candidates for a Golf Course management position. The role involves various tasks related to Golf Course development, including mowing turf, irrigation maintenance, and operating power equipment. The ideal candidate will have a passion for the golf industry and will be able to work outdoors in various weather conditions.

The position offers competitive benefits, including fuel allowance, discounts on resort amenities, and education funding, with potential for long-term employment.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Must be enrolled in the Turf Grass Management course at a Canadian accredited secondary school.
• Experience in the golf course industry is an asset.
• Understanding of golf course layout is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Mow seeded turf areas and manage irrigation.
• Operate utility vehicles and mowers.
• Assist with irrigation system maintenance.
• Apply fertilizers for turf establishment.
• Conduct inspections of vehicles and tools.

Skills

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

Turf Grass Management course enrollment

Experience in the golf course industry

Basic understanding of golf

Equipment operation safety

Ability to work independently and as a team

Physical endurance

Ability to lift 50lbs

Willingness to work outdoors

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Enrolled in Turf Grass Management

Tools

Power equipment

Irrigation systems

Job description

Fox Harb’r Resort is a 5 Star 4 Diamond property nestled along the coast of the Northumberland Strait in Wallace, Nova Scotia. We are offering a unique opportunity for you to experience a 5 Star Luxury work environment. With this opportunity you will be presented with a distinctive career, experience, and benefits in a World Class setting.

Summary of Position

The Grow in team performs a variety of labor related tasks to effectively manage Golf Course development. The selected candidate will have a strong passion for the industry, showing high level of energy that overflow into how he/she delivers results in the field. For 2024, we are conducting a spring seeding of 9 holes of Golf expansion, with an additional 9 holes to follow in 2025. This position could grow into longer term employment if desired.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
• Must be enrolled in the Turf Grass Management course at a Canadian accredited secondary school
• Experience in the golf course industry an asset
• Basic understanding of the game of golf, golf course layout is an asset
• Capable of operating required equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner
• Ability to work independently with little supervision and as part of a team
• Ability to walk, stand, crouch for long periods of time
• Ability to lift 50lbs as required
• Enjoy working outdoors in all types of weather

Responsibilities

• Mowing of seeded turf areas, water turf using irrigation system via controls, hoses etc
• Assist with on-going irrigation system maintenance and troubleshooting & repairs where needed
• Operate power equipment including, but not limited to, utility vehicles, walk mowers, ride on mowers, tractors
• Assist with application of fertilizers for establishment of turfgrasses
• Assist with spot seeding of thin areas where required
• Conduct daily inspections on vehicles, tools, and equipment and report problems to supervisor
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment at all times
• Comply with all company policies and regulations on the work site
• Work in accordance with all local health and safety laws and regulations
• Perform other duties as directed by supervisor within the golf course properties

Benefits

• Fuel Allowance
• Discounts at the Resort's Dining Areas; The Cape Cliff and Willard
• Discounts on Accommodations, Golf and Spa services & products and Activities
• Friends and Family Rates for overnight accommodations
• Complimentary use of the Junior Olympic Pool, Mineral Pool and Fitness Room
• Team Member Activities and Department Incentives
• Team Member Education Funding and Bursary Program
• Team Member housing availability

Fox Harb’r Resort is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status