Elite Greenkeeper: Fine Turf & Golf Course Care

British & International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA); Southampton; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent local government pension

Death in service benefit

Generous holiday 25 - 31 days

Flexible working options

Training and development

Job summary

Southampton City Council invites applications for a Qualified Greenkeeper at the Southampton Municipal golf course. The role covers fine turf maintenance of greens, tees and surrounds within a historic parkland setting. You will work within a team, follow safe practices, and support course conditioning and biodiversity.

The position is permanent, full-time (≈37 hours weekly) with variable season days. Based at the municipal course, benefits include generous leave, pension, and flexible options.

Qualifications

• Full, clean driving licence is required.
• GMA Level 2 Technical Certificate in Turf Surface or above (or equivalent) with pesticide competencies PA1/PA2/PA6 desirable.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Carry out fine turf maintenance of greens, aprons, tees.
• Undertake scheduled work programmes.
• Perform fine turf tasks such as spiking, rolling, scarifying, fertiliser/top dressing, pesticides and fungicides administration.
• Operate machinery (strimmers, mowers, tractors, leaf blowers) safely under risk assessments and safety procedures.
• Undertake other grounds maintenance and horticultural work as required.

Skills

Driving licence

Communication skills

Outdoor work

Education

GMA Level 2 Technical Certificate in Turf Surface or above

PA1/PA2/PA6 pesticide competency certificates

Job description

Southampton City Council invites applications for a Qualified Greenkeeper at the Southampton Municipal golf course. The role covers fine turf maintenance of greens, tees and surrounds within a historic parkland setting. You will work within a team, follow safe practices, and support course conditioning and biodiversity.

The position is permanent, full-time (≈37 hours weekly) with variable season days. Based at the municipal course, benefits include generous leave, pension, and flexible options.