Deputy Head Greenkeeper — Golf Course Ops & Team Lead

British & International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA); Bad Ragaz; On-site; CHF 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand Resort Bad Ragaz is seeking a Greenkeeper professional to support deputy management of the Greenkeeping department across two courses. You will coordinate a small team, plan daily operations, and mentor staff under the Head Greenkeeper.

The role requires German and English language skills, IT literacy, and willingness to work weekends, with a focus on outdoor work and safety compliance within Swiss regulations.

Qualifications

• Certified Greenkeeper or Head Greenkeeper.
• German language skills are essential; English is advantageous.
• Willingness to obtain PPP certificate.
• Chainsaw certification or willingness to obtain one.
• Willingness to work weekends.
• Outdoor work in all weather conditions is required.

Responsibilities

• Deputy management of the Greenkeeping department, including team coordination and operational leadership in the absence of the Head Greenkeeper
• Planning, coordinating, and carrying out daily operational tasks in close collaboration with the Head Greenkeeper and the team
• Supervising, mentoring, and training team members in coordination with the Head Greenkeeper
• Recording, maintaining, and updating resource data in IT systems (Punctus, approval workflows, Excel workbooks, time management systems)
• Ensuring compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations and standards
• Participation in winter on-call duty services

Skills

Certified Greenkeeper

Gardener apprenticeship

Technical/vocational background

PPP certificate

Chainsaw certification

German language

English language

IT skills

Team oriented

Conflict resolution

Outdoor work

Weekend availability

Education

Gardening apprenticeship

Technical/vocational background

PPP certificate

Chainsaw certification

Job description

Grand Resort Bad Ragaz is seeking a Greenkeeper professional to support deputy management of the Greenkeeping department across two courses. You will coordinate a small team, plan daily operations, and mentor staff under the Head Greenkeeper.

The role requires German and English language skills, IT literacy, and willingness to work weekends, with a focus on outdoor work and safety compliance within Swiss regulations.