Deputy Golf Course Manager

Coventry Golf Club; Northampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Coventry Golf Club in Northampton is seeking a Deputy Golf Course Manager to support the overall management and presentation of the golf course. The role involves supervising daily course maintenance, coordinating schedules, and leading grounds staff to ensure optimal playing conditions.

You will work closely with the Club Manager to prepare the course for competitions and events, while maintaining excellent customer service for members and visitors.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Communication and Customer Service skills to interact effectively with members, guests, and staff.
• Candidates should possess practical Golf knowledge and experience in golf course operations or similar sports turf environments.
• Candidates should possess skills in Irrigation management, including monitoring systems and ensuring efficient water usage.
• Candidates should possess experience with Golf Equipment, including safe operation, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting.
• Candidates should ideally have experience in turf management, groundskeeping, or greenkeeping, with an understanding of agronomy and course conditioning.
• Candidates should demonstrate leadership abilities, team supervision experience, and a commitment to health and safety standards.
• Candidates should preferably hold relevant vocational qualifications or certifications in sports turf, horticulture, or a related field.
• Candidates should have the ability to work flexible hours, including early mornings and weekends, in line with golf course requirements.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily course maintenance activities, including mowing, irrigation, bunker care, and turf management, to ensure optimal playing conditions.
• Plan and implement maintenance schedules, coordinate with suppliers, and oversee the use and upkeep of golf course equipment.
• Lead and train grounds staff, monitor health and safety standards, and work with the Club Manager to prepare the course for competitions and events.
• Interact with members and guests to address course-related queries and maintain a high level of customer service.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Golf knowledge

Irrigation management

Golf equipment

Turf management

Team leadership

Health & safety

Sports turf qualifications

Flexible hours

Education

Sports turf certifications

Job description

Company Description

Coventry Golf Club, founded in 1887, is recognized as one of the finest examples of mature parkland golf in the region. The club is set in 120 acres of leafy Warwickshire, offering an aesthetically attractive and gently undulating course. Its layout provides a rewarding playing experience for golfers of varying abilities. The course is maintained to a high standard, making it a pleasure to play throughout the year. Coventry Golf Club combines tradition with a welcoming environment for members, guests, and visitors.

Role Description

The Deputy Golf Course Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Northampton, responsible for supporting the overall management and presentation of the golf course. This role involves supervising daily course maintenance activities, including mowing, irrigation, bunker care, and general turf management, to ensure optimal playing conditions. The Deputy Manager will assist in planning and implementing maintenance schedules, coordinating with suppliers, and overseeing the use and upkeep of golf course equipment. The role also includes leading and training grounds staff, monitoring health and safety standards, and working closely with the Club Manager to prepare the course for competitions and events. Regular interaction with members and guests is expected to address course-related queries and maintain a high level of customer service.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Communication and Customer Service skills to interact effectively with members, guests, and staff.
• Candidates should possess practical Golf knowledge and experience in golf course operations or similar sports turf environments.
• Candidates should possess skills in Irrigation management, including monitoring systems and ensuring efficient water usage.
• Candidates should possess experience with Golf Equipment, including safe operation, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting.
• Candidates should ideally have experience in turf management, groundskeeping, or greenkeeping, with an understanding of agronomy and course conditioning.
• Candidates should demonstrate leadership abilities, team supervision experience, and a commitment to health and safety standards.
• Candidates should preferably hold relevant vocational qualifications or certifications in sports turf, horticulture, or a related field.
• Candidates should have the ability to work flexible hours, including early mornings and weekends, in line with golf course requirements.