Assistant Greenkeeper – Luxury Golf, Discounts & Training

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts; Knutsford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Spa and golf discounts

Colleague restaurant

Training and development opportunities

Pension and 28 days holiday

Job summary

Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere is seeking an Assistant Greenkeeper to help maintain pristine turf and world‑class playing surfaces. You will work on mowing, aeration, fertilisation, pest control, and set up course elements, while adhering to health and safety standards.

You will operate turf machinery, collaborate with the team, and support renovations to keep the course at Fairmont’s high standards. A passion for golf and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in greenkeeping, sports turf, or grounds maintenance.
• Knowledge of turf care: mowing, aeration, irrigation, nutrition.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and follow health & safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Maintain turf health through mowing, aerating, fertilising, and pest control.
• Set up and maintain course elements including bunkers, hazards, and tee markers.
• Operate and maintain greenkeeping equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations across all work areas.
• Communicate effectively with team members and golf course users.
• Apply golf rules and etiquette in course maintenance activities.
• Support renovations and ornamental area maintenance as required.
• Monitor and report on course conditions and operational issues.
• Attend training sessions and meetings to enhance skills.

Skills

Strong communication

Team-focused

Outdoor work

Golf course passion

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Sports Turf Maintenance

PA1/PA2/PA6 spraying certificates desirable

Tools

Turf machinery operation

Job description

Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere is seeking an Assistant Greenkeeper to help maintain pristine turf and world‑class playing surfaces. You will work on mowing, aeration, fertilisation, pest control, and set up course elements, while adhering to health and safety standards.

You will operate turf machinery, collaborate with the team, and support renovations to keep the course at Fairmont’s high standards. A passion for golf and reliability are essential.