Labourer

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Inverness; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury golf resort in Inverness is looking for a Turf Maintenance Assistant to help with course maintenance and landscaping. Candidates should have a strong work ethic, enjoy teamwork, and be motivated to succeed in outdoor environments. The role comes with competitive pay and various benefits, including gym memberships and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Canteen

Casual dress

Company events

Company pension

Discounted food

Employee discount

Free parking

Gym membership

On-site parking

Store discount

Qualifications

• Proactive approach to challenges and problem-solving.
• Ability to work in varying environmental conditions.

Responsibilities

• Cutting grass to appropriate height.
• Applying nutrients to keep grass healthy.
• Maintaining watering systems for the turf.
• Repairing damaged areas in high-traffic zones.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Timekeeping skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Job description

CABOT

The Cabot Collection is a luxury developer of exceptional golf destinations. Its portfolio of world-class getaways includes the award-winning Cabot Cape Breton in Nova Scotia; Cabot Saint Lucia on the northern tip of Saint Lucia; Cabot Citrus Farms in Central West Florida; Cabot Highlands in Inverness, Scotland; Cabot Revelstoke in British Columbia; and Cabot Bordeaux in the southwest of France. Cabot continues to build upon a legacy of excellence in luxury resort and residential offerings across each unique property, where owners and guests have access to a well-rounded suite of destination-specific experiences and an unparalleled quality of service.

CABOT HIGHLANDS

Located in Inverness, Cabot Highlands is nestled in the breathtaking Scottish Highlands, with a rugged landscape that hugs the Moray Firth shoreline. This 420-acre property is home to the renowned Castle Stuart Golf Links, an 18-hole course designed by Mark Parsinen and Gil Hanse, ranked no. 89 on GOLF Magazine’s Top 100 Courses in the World. A second course, Old Petty, designed by Tom Doak, is being built around a 400-year-old castle, featuring natural contours, shoreline views, and expansive hillsides. Cabot Highlands will offer stunning surroundings, world-class golf, exciting real estate opportunities, off-course activities, and exceptional service.

POSITION OVERVIEW

To assist with all turf and course maintenance and general labour activities. You will need to have a good work ethic and a winning attitude. You will be enthusiastic and motivated by the variety of challenging tasks involved in world class golf course maintenance, grounds construction and landscape work and are eager to learn and develop new skills that result in world class turf.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

· Regularly cutting grass to the appropriate height for the sport or season

· Applying nutrients to keep the grass healthy and vibrant

· Using tools to create small holes in the soil to improve air, water, and nutrient penetration

· Setting up, operating, and maintaining watering systems to ensure the turf remains hydrated. op-dressing the grass with sand, soil, or other materials to maintain an even surface

· Repairing damaged or worn areas, particularly in high-traffic zones

· Implementing seasonal care routines, such as overseeding in the spring and autumn or frost-proofing in the winter

· Adapting maintenance practices based on weather patterns or specific climatic conditions

· Following health and safety regulations to protect themselves, colleagues, and players

· Ensuring pathways, equipment, and surfaces are safe for use by visitors and players

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

· Strong work ethic and good timekeeping skills

· Works well with others, contributing to shared Cabot goals and fostering a collaborative environment

· A proactive approach to challenges and problem solving, emphasizing finding workable and constructive solutions

· Possesses the ability to use time efficiently to complete tasks, meet deadlines, and balance responsibilities effectively

· Good fun to be around and enjoy working in a tight knit team

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

· Work outdoors in varying environmental conditions such as heat, cold, rain, snow and wind.

· Communicate verbally with staff members and/or customers with or without the use of two-way radios.

Ability to spend long hours moving around, walking, sitting, standing, kneeling, reaching, shoveling and/or raking.

- Fixed Term Contract. Duration to be discussed at Interview

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Pay: £12.60 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week

Benefits:

Canteen
Casual dress
Company events
Company pension
Discounted or free food
Employee discount
Free parking
Gym membership
On-site parking
Store discount
Schedule:

Monday to Friday