Assistant Greenkeeper

British & International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA); Woburn Sands; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee golfing privileges

EAP programme

Job summary

Aspley Guise and Woburn Sands Golf Club in Milton Keynes is seeking a motivated greenkeeper to join our experienced team, ensuring the 18-hole championship course remains in peak condition year-round.

Required NVQ Level 2 in Sports Turf Management with driving licence; PA certificates are a bonus. Salary £27,000–£29,000 plus overtime; on-site role with early mornings and weekend shifts. Includes training, golfing privileges and an employee wellbeing programme.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Sports Turf Management or equivalent.
• Experience in greenkeeping or grounds maintenance preferred.
• Passionate about course presentation and sustainability.
• Flexible and reliable; early mornings and weekends on a rota.
• Full UK driving licence essential.

Responsibilities

• Daily course maintenance - mowing, divoting, bunker raking, turf care.
• Operating and maintaining modern greenkeeping machinery.
• Supporting renovation and improvement projects.
• Complying with health and safety regulations.
• Contributing to a positive, hardworking team environment.
• Adopting a proactive approach to course presentation and attention to detail.

Skills

Driving licence

Flexible & reliable

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Sports Turf Management

Tools

PA1 spraying certificate

PA2 spraying certificate

PA6 spraying certificate

Job description

Aspley Guise and Woburn Sands Golf Club - Milton Keynes - Central England
Greenkeeper 18 October 2026
Join a Team That Grows Excellence - On and Off the Course

The Role

We’re on the hunt for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our experienced and dedicated greenkeeping team. You’ll play a key role in maintaining and enhancing our beautiful 18-hole championship course, ensuring it remains in peak condition all year round.

Key Responsibilities

• Daily course maintenance - mowing, divoting, bunker raking, turf care
• Operating and maintaining modern greenkeeping machinery
• Supporting renovation and improvement projects
• Complying with all health and safety regulations
• Contributing to a positive, hardworking team environment
• Adopting a pro-active approach to course presentation and attention to detail.

About You

• NVQ Level 2 in Sports Turf Management as a minimum.
• Previous experience in greenkeeping or grounds maintenance preferred
• Passionate about course presentation, sustainability, and the outdoors
• Flexible and reliable - early mornings and weekend work required on a rota
• PA1, PA2, and PA6 spraying certificates would be a bonus
• Full UK driving licence essential

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (£27,000 - £29000 dependant on experience) plus overtime
• Ongoing training and professional development
• A friendly and professional working environment
• The chance to be part of a club that values both excellence and employee wellbeing. Including access to comprehensive EAP programme
• Employee golfing privileges

Deadline for applications: 18th October 2026