Greenkeeping Trainee Mechanic

Forest of Arden Hotel & Country Club; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the hospitality sector is seeking a dedicated Greenkeeper to maintain the golf course's quality and standards. This role involves regular inspections and servicing of machinery, ensuring the course is in top condition, and performing various maintenance tasks. The ideal candidate will possess NVQ Level 2 qualifications in Greenkeeping and have a proactive approach to work. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will enhance guest satisfaction and the overall experience at this beautiful venue. If you are passionate about grounds maintenance and enjoy working outdoors, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Greenkeeping or similar role is essential.
• Knowledge of tools and methods for landscape construction is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain tees, greens, fairways, and rough to meet quality standards.
• Inspect and service machinery for optimal operation.
• Perform general maintenance tasks on the golf course.

Skills

Communication Skills

Proactive and Reliable

Teamwork

Greenkeeping Practices

Promotional Skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Greenkeeping

Tools

Machinery for Golf Course Maintenance

Irrigation Equipment

Chainsaw

Job description

Job Summary

To maintain designated areas of the golf course in order to ensure course quality and standards and work in the workshop with the head mechanic.

Candidate Profile

Experience:

• Previous experience working with a similar Greenkeeping level.
• Knowledge of methods, materials, and tools used in grounds and landscape construction work.
• Knowledge in greenkeeping practices/NVQ level 2 qualified.
• Drivers’ license.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Strong communication skills (verbal, listening, writing).
• Proactive and reliable.
• Able to work alone and within a team.
• Background in Greenkeeping/NVQ level 2 qualified.
• Ability to promote hotel course internally and externally.

Specific Duties

The following are specific responsibilities and contributions critical to the successful performance of the position:

• To regularly inspect, test, and service all machinery, to ensure trouble-free operation.
• To repair machinery to minimize disruption and at minimum cost.
• To regulate the use of equipment to prevent accidents and injury.
• To comply with all H&S legislation.
• To carry out other duties as may be required to ensure the Hotel Operation is properly maintained to provide total guest satisfaction.
• To maintain tees, greens, fairways, and rough to ensure the course meets required standards.
• To perform general maintenance to all course areas, to an adequate standard, to maintain course condition.
• To undertake project work on designated areas for the improvement of the golf course.
• Day-to-day tasks looking after the golf courses.
• Mowing fairways, tees, rough, and semi-rough; hand mowing; raking bunkers; renovation work; irrigation work.
• Carry out spraying and chainsaw tasks (not essential).

Other

• Performs other related tasks as assigned by management.
• Able to work weekends on the Golf Courses as a Greenkeeper.
• Working hours as required to do your job, but normally not less than 40 hours per week.
• Presentable.
• Good communication skills.
• Flexible - shift pattern.
• Strong sense of urgency.