Deputy Head Greenkeeper – Lead Golf Course Maintenance

YesGolfing; Blackwell; Remote; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonus

Pension scheme

Training & development

BIGGA memberships

Golfing privileges

Job summary

Blackwell Golf Club is recruiting a Deputy Head Greenkeeper to support the Head Greenkeeper in maintaining and continually improving our golf course and estate. You will help lead the greenkeeping team to deliver high playing surfaces and site standards throughout the year.

We seek an experienced greens professional with strong turf knowledge, practical irrigation and machinery skills, and a proactive, collaborative approach.

Qualifications

• Several years' experience in a senior Sports Turf Management role at a regionally recognised/high-profile golf course.
• Strong knowledge of turf management practices and golf course operations with passion for exceptional playing surfaces.
• Excellent organisational, communication and leadership skills.
• Experience supervising, motivating and developing teams.
• Experience operating and maintaining a range of greenkeeping machinery and equipment.
• Knowledge of health and safety and safe working practices.

Responsibilities

• Deliver all aspects of golf course maintenance to a consistently high standard.
• Deputise for the Head Greenkeeper and organise daily work schedules; supervise the team.
• Support the delivery of course improvement projects and long-term development plans.
• Assist with irrigation system monitoring, maintenance and performance management.
• Contribute to agronomic programs and course development initiatives.
• Flexible approach to work; early starts and weekend work required.
• Assist in daily management and maintenance of the golf course and grounds.
• Ensure exceptional course presentation and playing standards for one of the country’s top inland courses.
• Conduct regular inspections of playing surfaces, irrigation systems and machinery.
• Support aeration, top dressing, turf renovation and seasonal maintenance activities.
• Monitor turf health to identify and address issues; supervise and support the team.
• Assist training and development of the greenkeeping team; promote a positive environment.

Skills

Senior turf management

Turf management practices

Leadership skills

Team supervision

Machinery operation

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Sports Turf Management

PA1/PA2/PA6 certificates desirable

Job description

Blackwell Golf Club is recruiting a Deputy Head Greenkeeper to support the Head Greenkeeper in maintaining and continually improving our golf course and estate. You will help lead the greenkeeping team to deliver high playing surfaces and site standards throughout the year.

We seek an experienced greens professional with strong turf knowledge, practical irrigation and machinery skills, and a proactive, collaborative approach.