Apprentice GreenKeeper [Code: 5741307]

HR Duo; Bovingdon; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Absolutely Together is inviting applications for an apprentice greenkeeper at Little Hay Golf Complex, Bovingdon, Hertfordshire. This is ideal for anyone starting a career in greenkeeping, with full training provided and a supportive team environment.

Key duties include preparing ground for seeding, mowing tees and greens, raking bunkers, brushing greens, and assisting with routine machine maintenance and basic course operations.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a team.
• Positive attitude and a desire to learn.
• Basic knowledge of golf course operation; full training provided.

Responsibilities

• Working with various machinery.
• Preparing ground for seeding.
• Undertaking routine machine maintenance.
• Mowing tees, greens.
• Raking bunkers.
• Brushing greens.
• Picking balls from the driving range.

Skills

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Willingness to learn

Machinery knowledge (desirable)

Tools

Machinery operation

Job description

We are a registered charity dedicated to putting smiles on the faces of local families supporting children or young adults who have additional needs. We provide enriching free family leisure activities in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire, and Bristol.

Family Leisure time is the best way to relieve social isolation and supports the mental and physical wellbeing of all families. It reduces stress, builds relationships, and provides a much-needed break from the challenges of everyday life.

We believe that everyone deserves to have the opportunity to enjoy leisure activities, and want to ensure that cost is never the reason you can't try something new.That’s why all of our Absolutely Together programmes are free to access for the families we support.

we have 8 sites including Go karting tracks, gyms, climbing & skate park, a golf complex, laser and escape rooms.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our greenkeeping team at Little Hay Golf Complex, based in Bovingdon, Hertfordshire, as an apprentice greenkeeper.

This is ideal for anyone looking to start their career in greenkeeping.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Working with various machinery
• Preparing ground for seeding
• Undertaking routine machine maintenance
• Mowing tees, greens
• Raking bunkers
• Brushing greens
• Picking balls from the driving range

Key Skills and Competencies

• Ability to work in a team
• Positive attitude and a desire to learn
• Basic knowledge of golf course operation & knowledge of machinery is desirable but not essential as full training will be given

Additional Information

Number of positions: 1

Contact

Name: Matthew Schofield

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