PGA Trainee Professional – (Unregistered)

Professional Golfers' Association Ltd; Scotland; Remote; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal Troon Golf Club is seeking an enthusiastic and personable individual to join its Pro Shop Team as an Unregistered PGA Trainee Professional. This is an exceptional chance to begin a career in golf and learn from an experienced team across the shop and broader golf operations.

You will gain practical experience, developing skills in equipment knowledge, fitting and repairs, and supporting junior golf activities, while upholding the club’s high standards and providing outstanding service to

Qualifications

• A strong passion for golf and a genuine desire to become a PGA Professional.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Friendly, approachable and professional manner.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Providing a warm, professional and welcoming service to members, guests and visitors.
• Assisting with the day-to-day operation of the Professional Shop.
• Developing knowledge of golf equipment, product ranges, club fitting and equipment repairs.
• Supporting junior golf and coaching activities, where appropriate to experience and qualifications.
• Maintaining the presentation and organisation of the Professional Shop and associated areas.
• Working collaboratively with the Professional Team and other Club departments to uphold Royal Troon’s high standards.
• Demonstrating a commitment to continuous learning, personal development and the professional values expected of an aspiring PGA Member.

Job description

An exceptional opportunity to begin your career in golf at one of the world’s most prestigious golf clubs.

Royal Troon Golf Club is seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and personable individual to join its Pro Shop Team as an Unregistered PGA Trainee Professional.

This is a unique opportunity for an aspiring PGA Professional to begin their career.

Working alongside an experienced team of PGA Professionals, the successful candidate will gain valuable practical experience across the many aspects of the golf trade, developing the skills, knowledge and professionalism required to pursue a successful career within the golf industry.

The Role

The successful candidate will play an active role in the day-to-day operation of the Professional Shop and wider golf operation, supporting the delivery of an exceptional experience for members, guests and visitors.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Providing a warm, professional and welcoming service to members, guests and visitors.
• Assisting with the day-to-day operation of the Professional Shop.
• Developing knowledge of golf equipment, product ranges, club fitting and equipment repairs.
• Supporting junior golf and coaching activities, where appropriate to experience and qualifications.
• Maintaining the presentation and organisation of the Professional Shop and associated areas.
• Working collaboratively with the Professional Team and other Club departments to uphold Royal Troon’s high standards.
• Demonstrating a commitment to continuous learning, personal development and the professional values expected of an aspiring PGA Member.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is passionate about golf and genuinely motivated to build a long-term career in the golf industry.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• A strong passion for golf and a genuine desire to become a PGA Professional.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the confidence to engage with members, guests and colleagues.
• A friendly, approachable and professional manner.
• A strong work ethic, reliability and a willingness to take responsibility.
• A keen eye for detail and pride in maintaining exceptionally high standards.
• A positive attitude, initiative and enthusiasm for learning.
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• A willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and during busy periods of the golfing season.
• Applications are welcomed from individuals who are not yet registered on the PGA training programme or are in their 1st year and are looking to take their first steps towards a career as a PGA Professional.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to begin a career at one of golf’s most prestigious clubs.
• Practical experience across a broad range of Professional Shop and golf operations.
• Guidance and development from an experienced Professional Team.
• The opportunity to develop the knowledge, skills and professional standards required for a career in golf.
• A supportive working environment focused on teamwork, service excellence and continuous improvement.

Proposed start date: March 1st, 2027.