Greenkeeper Apprentice - Level 2 Training + Hands-On Golf

Icanbea; Stowmarket; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Stowmarket Golf Club in Suffolk is offering a Greenkeeper Apprentice position. You will join an established greenkeeping team, gain hands-on training, and work toward a Level 2 Golf Greenkeeper Apprenticeship while helping maintain the course to a high standard.

The role reports to the Course Manager and provides a pathway to a full-time qualified greenkeeper role. Closing date is 30/11/2026, with a first-year salary of £16,640 and potential increases based on age and progression.

Qualifications

• Desirable qualifications: GCSE in English or Equivalent (grade 9-4 or A-C) and Maths or Equivalent (grade 9-4 or A-C)
• Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining the golf course to the high standards expected
• Mowing greens, tees and other playing areas
• Raking and maintaining bunkers, including topping up sand and weed control
• Divoting tees and fairways
• Assisting with irrigation issues and general irrigation management
• Moving tee markers and setting up the course for daily play
• Strimming and general vegetation management
• Gardening, planting and landscape improvements
• Maintaining the clubhouse surrounds and car park
• Assisting with drainage projects and construction work
• Supporting machinery maintenance and workshop duties where appropriate
• Working safely, efficiently and collaboratively as part of the greenkeeping team
• Working safely, efficiently and collaboratively as part of the greenkeeping team

Skills

Initiative

Physical fitness

Reliable

Willingness to learn

Education

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

Job description

Stowmarket Golf Club in Suffolk is offering a Greenkeeper Apprentice position. You will join an established greenkeeping team, gain hands-on training, and work toward a Level 2 Golf Greenkeeper Apprenticeship while helping maintain the course to a high standard.

The role reports to the Course Manager and provides a pathway to a full-time qualified greenkeeper role. Closing date is 30/11/2026, with a first-year salary of £16,640 and potential increases based on age and progression.