Assistant Greenkeeper

Burhill Group Limited (BGL); Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Burhill Golf & Leisure is seeking a Greenkeeper at Abbey Hill Golf Centre to maintain and improve the golf course and practice facilities. The role supports a high standard of presentation for members, guests, and visitors, with hands-on duties across mowing, bunkers, divots, and irrigation.

The successful candidate will have prior Greenkeeper experience, strong teamwork, and a proactive attitude to develop their greenkeeping knowledge within our golf course management operations.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Greenkeeper is essential.
• Course maintenance experience is essential.
• Experience maintaining a Driving Range is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support maintenance and presentation of the golf course and practice facilities.
• Carry out mowing, bunker maintenance, divot repair, irrigation, and course setup.
• Assist with renovation projects and monitor playing surface condition.
• Operate golf course equipment and buggies safely.
• Ensure health and safety and compliance with policies.

Skills

Communication

Relationship building

Time management

Education

GCSE standard

Greenkeeping qualification Level 3

Job description

JOB TITLE: Greenkeeper

LOCATION: Abbey Hill Golf Centre

SALARY: £28,980

ABOUT BURHILL GOLF & LEISURE

Burhill Golf & Leisure specialises in delivering exceptional experiences. Guided by our purpose – to create space to play and be together – we focus on delivering outstanding moments across all our venues.

Our diverse portfolio includes meticulously designed golf courses that cater to players of all skill levels, innovative high‑tech driving ranges equipped with Trackman technology, engaging outdoor crazy golf courses that offer fun for the entire family, and Health & Fitness facilities that support every step of your wellness journey. We also provide versatile function spaces ideal for memorable events, from corporate gatherings to private celebrations, creating opportunities for people to connect, share moments, and enjoy time together.

Our values underpin everything we do:

Fun, bringing energy, contribute to the happiness of the team and deliver unforgettable moments of delight.

Ambition, constantly looking to improve, taking the positives from every situation, and being prepared to play even if we don’t always win.

Collaboration, communicate openly and work inclusively across teams and functions.

Trust, fostering safe environments, acting responsibly, and believing in each other.

Join us for an exciting adventure on the greens and beyond!

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Greenkeeper is responsible for supporting the maintenance, presentation and overall condition of the golf course and practice facilities to ensure the highest standards for members, guests and visitors. Working as part of the Greenkeeping team, the role involves carrying out a wide range of course maintenance activities to help deliver an exceptional playing experience throughout the year.

This is a hands‑on role that includes tasks such as mowing, bunker maintenance, hole changing, divot repair, turf care, irrigation, course set‑up and general grounds maintenance. The Greenkeeper will assist with renovation and improvement projects, monitor the condition of playing surfaces, and ensure all work is completed safely and efficiently in line with company policies and procedures.

The successful candidate will be passionate about golf course maintenance, take pride in maintaining high standards, and be willing to learn and develop their technical greenkeeping knowledge. They will work collaboratively with team members, demonstrate a positive and proactive approach, and contribute to creating an outstanding environment for both customers and team members.

This role provides an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to develop their career within golf course management while gaining experience across all aspects of greenkeeping operations.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Strategic

• Assist the Course Manager to ensure that all aspects of greenkeeping are aligned with the overall strategy for the club.
• Keep abreast of changes in the golf market in which Abbey Hill operates and use this knowledge to identify opportunities for all areas of greenkeeping.

Operations

• Continually review and develop standard operating procedures for greenkeeping to enhance member and guest satisfaction whilst maximising revenue and profitability.
• To actively participate in the various tasks required in the maintenance of the property. Including (but not limited to) mowing, hole‑changing, divot‑filling, bunker raking, aerating, top dressing, fertilising, watering, spraying and pest control etc.
• To organise and participate in project works such as green, tee and bunker renovation, turfing, seeding, path work, irrigation, drainage, and fairway renovations etc.
  • Understand fertiliser and pesticide rates, calibrations and maintain records. Maintain up to date spraying qualifications.
  • Maintain the effective operation of the irrigation system.
• Assist in the care and maintenance of all assets, inventory, and resources of the greenkeeping division.

• To operate all the golf course equipment and golf buggies, including servicing and repair schedules.

• Monitor turf quality, including checking for pests, diseases, soil moisture and thatch levels. Report all concerns to the Course Manager.
• To present the driving range outfield to the highest possible standard. This includes routine work throughout the year to maintain and improve the grass on the outfield.
• To support the collection of driving range golf balls. This includes both manual and mechanical collections depending on the conditions at the time.
• To ensure the quality of the driving range balls are maintained, removing from circulation any worn balls and working with the Head Professional to order new stock as required
• Comply with all Health and Safety procedures.
• Deputise for the Course Manager as required.

People

• Ensure personal compliance within Access Learning is 100% at all times.
• Maintain a strong network with fellow BGL Greenkeeping team members to support robust collaboration.

Financial

• Complete month end procedures for inventory in line with BGL company stock taking procedures.
• Adhere and monitor compliance of purchasing policies and procedures.
• Ensure all BGL procedures and policies are adhered to.

Customer Experience

• Ensure that the greenkeeping team consistently deliver outstanding service levels to achieve maximum customer satisfaction.

KEY EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

Experience

• Previous experience working as a Greenkeeper is essential.
• Course maintenance experience is essential.
• Experience maintaining a Driving Range is desirable

Skills

• Excellent communication skills: Verbal, Written and Listening.
• Strong relationship building skills to promote inclusivity and openness.
• Good Time management, organisation, and prioritisation skills.

Attributes

• Organised and enthusiastic with a “can do” attitude and attention to detail.
• Enthusiastic with a positive energy that uplifts the team.
• Driven with a motivation to continuously improve.
• Adaptable and resilient, responding well to change
• Trustworthy and consistency to build safe and supportive environments.

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Good GCSE educational standard is desirable.
• Level 3 Golf Greenkeeping qualification is desirable.

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please speak with the hiring manager regarding any requirements.