Deputy Course Manager

YesGolfing; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform and PPE provided

Staff golfing privileges

Company pension scheme

Job summary

Coventry Golf Club is seeking a Deputy Course Manager to work closely with the Course Manager, oversee daily greenkeeping operations, and lead a dedicated team to maintain the course to the highest standards.

You will be involved hands-on with course maintenance, construction projects, and agronomic practices, ensuring safety and quality across all operations. A strong leadership background and turf management qualifications are essential.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Sports Turf Management or working towards.
• PA1 and PA2 spraying certificates are essential.
• Strong working knowledge and practical experience with irrigation systems.
• Experience in golf course construction and drainage projects.
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience within a greenkeeping team is highly preferred.
• A keen eye for detail and a strong work ethic.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Course Manager in planning, scheduling, and executing daily maintenance regimes.
• Lead, motivate, and manage the greenkeeping team in the absence of the Course Manager.
• Oversee and undertake course construction, renovation, and drainage projects.
• Help to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot the course irrigation systems.
• Help service and maintain machinery inhouse.
• Ensure health and safety regulations are strictly adhered to across all operations.
• Apply chemical and fertiliser treatments accurately and safely.

Job description

As Deputy Course Manager, you will work closely alongside the Course Manager to oversee daily operations, manage a dedicated team, and ensure the course is consistently presented to the highest possible standards. This role offers an excellent opportunity to showcase your leadership skills while remaining hands on with course maintenance, construction projects, and agronomic practices.

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Location:Coventry Golf Club, St Martins Road, Finham, Coventry, West Midlands, England, CV3 6RJ

Description:

About us

Coventry Golf Club is an established and highly regarded golf club with a reputation for maintaining exceptional course standards. Due to our current Deputy moving on to take up a course managers role we are looking for a passionate, dedicated, and skilled Deputy Course Manager to join our greenkeeping team and help lead the ongoing development and presentation of our beautiful course.

The Role

As Deputy Course Manager, you will work closely alongside the Course Manager to oversee daily operations, manage a dedicated team, and ensure the course is consistently presented to the highest possible standards. This role offers an excellent opportunity to showcase your leadership skills while remaining hands on with course maintenance, construction projects, and agronomic practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Course Manager in planning, scheduling, and executing daily maintenance regimes.
• Lead, motivate, and manage the greenkeeping team in the absence of the Course Manager.
• Oversee and undertake course construction, renovation, and drainage projects.
• Help to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot the course irrigation systems.
• Help service and maintain machinery inhouse
• Ensure health and safety regulations are strictly adhered to across all operations.
• Apply chemical and fertiliser treatments accurately and safely.

What We Are Looking For

• NVQ Level 3 in Sports Turf Management or working towards.
• PA1 and PA2 spraying certificates are essential.
• Strong working knowledge and practical experience with irrigation systems.
• Experience in golf course construction and drainage projects.
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience within a greenkeeping team is highly preferred.
• A keen eye for detail and a strong work ethic.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary up to £39000 dependant on your current qualifications and experience.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and further training.
• Uniform and personal protective equipment provided.
• Enrolment in the company pension scheme.
• Staff golfing privileges.

Final date for applications: 17th November 2026

Additional Information:

Use the contact information above to contact us for more information

* Remember to mention the YesGolfing.com website when responding *