Greenkeeping Apprentice: Fully Funded Training & Mentorship

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Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded Level 2 Golf Greenkeeper�

Mentoring and support from Course Mgmt

Training in turf maintenance machinery

Uniform and PPE provided

Pension scheme

Friendly, supportive environment

Long-term golf/sports turf career

Job summary

Royal Jersey Golf Club in Jersey invites applicants for a Trainee Greenkeeper apprenticeship. You will receive hands-on training and work toward a Level 2 Golf Greenkeeper Apprenticeship while gaining practical experience in all aspects of course maintenance.

Join an experienced Course Management team and start a long-term career in greenkeeping, with mentoring, modern turf machinery training, uniform and PPE provided.

Qualifications

• Passion for working outdoors
• Keen to build a long-term career in greenkeeping and sports turf management
• Enthusiastic, motivated and eager to learn
• Takes pride in producing high-quality work
• Excellent timekeeping and strong work ethic
• Works well as part of a team
• Physically fit and prepared to work outdoors throughout the year
• Willing to learn new skills and take responsibility for development

Responsibilities

• Assist with the daily preparation of the golf course to the highest presentation standards
• Mow and maintain greens, tees, fairways, rough and other playing areas
• Assist with bunker maintenance, divot repairs, brushing and general course set‑up
• Learn and assist with fertilising, top‑dressing and approved turf treatments
• Assist with irrigation, aeration and other seasonal maintenance work
• Contribute to course improvement and construction projects, including tees, greens and bunkers
• Operate and maintain greenkeeping machinery safely and effectively
• Keep tools, machinery and storage areas clean, organised and well maintained
• Follow all health and safety procedures, including the safe use of machinery, tools and PPE
• Work positively as part of the greenkeeping team and develop good working relationships with colleagues, managers and members
• Undertake training and work towards recognised greenkeeping qualifications

Job description

Royal Jersey Golf Club in Jersey invites applicants for a Trainee Greenkeeper apprenticeship. You will receive hands-on training and work toward a Level 2 Golf Greenkeeper Apprenticeship while gaining practical experience in all aspects of course maintenance.

Join an experienced Course Management team and start a long-term career in greenkeeping, with mentoring, modern turf machinery training, uniform and PPE provided.