Greenkeeper

Potters Resorts; Salcott; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free use of Gym and Swimming Pool

30% Discount on shop products

Discounted holidays for you and family

Free Team Lunch

All-year-round position

Free Parking

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discounted Tickets for events

Employee Assistance & Wellbeing

Job summary

Potters Resorts Five Lakes is seeking a motivated Greenkeeper to support the daily upkeep and presentation of our Championship Golf Course. You will work outdoors across greens, fairways, and surrounds, helping maintain the course to the highest standards and contribute to a premium golfing experience.

The role is full-time (40 hours per week, 5 days out of 7), including weekends and bank holidays. Training is provided, and a positive, can-do attitude is essential for success in all weather

Qualifications

• Previous Greenkeeping experience in a similar role (advantageous but not essential, as full training will be provided)
• Adaptable and willing to turn your hand to a wide range of tasks
• A keen eye for detail and pride in maintaining high standards
• Ability to use relevant machinery, including ride-on mowers
• Full UK driving licence (essential)

Responsibilities

• Mowing greens, fairways and surrounding areas
• Irrigating and fertilising turf
• Strimming and general course maintenance
• Raking and maintaining bunkers
• Aerating turf and assisting with renovations of greens and tees
• Supporting course improvement projects such as new pathways and bunker renovations

Skills

Greenkeeping experience

Adaptable

Attention to detail

Ride-on mower operation

Full UK driving licence

Tools

Mowing machinery

Irrigation systems

Job description

Potters Resorts Five Lakes is a premium, fully inclusive resort set in the beautiful Essex countryside. Home to a Championship Golf Course, luxury accommodation, outstanding dining and first-class leisure facilities, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional experiences for our Guests and Golfers alike. Behind the scenes, our dedicated teams work together to ensure every detail meets the high standards we’re known for.

Potters Resorts Five Lakes is a premium, fully inclusive resort set in the beautiful Essex countryside. Home to a Championship Golf Course, luxury accommodation, outstanding dining and first-class leisure facilities, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional experiences for our Guests and Golfers alike. Behind the scenes, our dedicated teams work together to ensure every detail meets the high standards we’re known for.

Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and detail-focused Greenkeeper to join our busy Greenkeeping Team. In this role, you will support the day-to-day upkeep and presentation of our Championship Golf Course, helping to maintain it to the highest possible standard throughout the year.

You will need a positive, can-do attitude and be happy to work outdoors in all weather conditions. No two days are the same, and your work will play a vital part in ensuring an outstanding golfing experience.

Your duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Mowing greens, fairways and surrounding areas
• Irrigating and fertilising turf
• Strimming and general course maintenance
• Raking and maintaining bunkers
• Aerating turf and assisting with renovations of greens and tees
• Supporting course improvement projects such as new pathways and bunker renovations

This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week, 5 days out of 7, and will include weekend and bank holidays.

Pay

Pay £12.71 per hour / £26,436.80 per annum

Qualifications

Skills & Experience

• Previous Greenkeeping experience in a similar role (advantageous but not essential, as full training will be provided)
• Adaptable and willing to turn your hand to a wide range of tasks
• A keen eye for detail and pride in maintaining high standards
• Ability to use relevant machinery, including ride-on mowers
• Full UK driving licence (essential)

Additional Information

As part of our team, we will offer you …

• Free use of Gym and Swimming Pool
• 30% Discount on products in the shop
• Discounted holidays for you and your family at both our Hopton-on-Sea and Five Lakes Resorts
• Free Team Lunch available daily
• An all-year-round position (not seasonal)
• Free Parking
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Discounted Tickets for you and family or friends to join us for a drinks-all-inclusive 'Evening of Entertainment' on Resort
• Free access to our Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Programmes. Including advice and support with health checks, access to GP's, mental health support and counselling

Potters Resorts is an equal opportunities employer. We will consider all qualified candidates without regard to age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Our recruitment team are happy to support with any reasonable adjustments that are needed within the recruitment process.