Head Greenkeeper — Lead a Premier Golf Experience

Accorhotel; Liphook; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on duty

Free on-site parking

Long Service Awards & Holiday EntEntit

Employee Recognition Programmes

Discounts across Accor Hotels (in

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Job summary

Old Thorns Hotel & Resort invites applications for a Head Greenkeeper to lead the Greenkeeping Team and uphold the high standards of our championship golf course. You will oversee greens, tees, fairways and bunkers, ensuring optimal play conditions and a premium guest experience.

Demonstrated supervisory experience in greenkeeping, strong turf knowledge, and qualifications in NVQ 2/3 Sports Turf with PA spraying and chainsaw licence are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in greenkeeping with supervisory or management experience.
• Strong knowledge of turf management, horticulture and golf course management.
• NVQ 2/3 Sports Turf, PA 1/2/6 spraying and Chainsaw licence are required.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and develop the Greenkeeping Team, ensuring high standards of performance and teamwork.
• Oversee daily maintenance and presentation of the golf course (greens, tees, fairways, bunkers).
• Maintain seasonal maintenance programmes to optimise course conditions.
• Manage turf health, irrigation, drainage and pest/disease control.
• Oversee departmental budgets, resources and purchasing for efficient operations.
• Ensure Health & Safety, Environmental and Sustainability standards are met.

Skills

Leadership

Turf management

Golf course management

Horticulture

Organisational skills

Machinery management

Education

NVQ 2/3 Sports Turf

PA 1, 2 & 6 spraying

Chainsaw licence

Job description

Old Thorns Hotel & Resort invites applications for a Head Greenkeeper to lead the Greenkeeping Team and uphold the high standards of our championship golf course. You will oversee greens, tees, fairways and bunkers, ensuring optimal play conditions and a premium guest experience.

Demonstrated supervisory experience in greenkeeping, strong turf knowledge, and qualifications in NVQ 2/3 Sports Turf with PA spraying and chainsaw licence are essential.