Senior Greenkeeper - Elite Golf & Estate Maintenance

Royal Automobile Club; Epsom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual staff bonus

Free meals on duty

Paid birthday day off

Free onsite parking at Woodcote Park

Free shuttle bus from Epsom station

European RAC cover

Interest-free season ticket loan

Employer-paid health cash plan

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Staff parties

Job summary

The Royal Automobile Club is seeking a Senior Greenkeeper to support two 18-hole downland golf courses and a practice facility at the Epsom clubhouse. You will work with the First Assistant Greenkeeper and Deputy Golf Manager to maintain day-to-day operations within an environmentally sustainable plan.

The role requires proven greenkeeping experience, relevant agronomy qualifications, licences PA1/PA2/PA6, a full UK driving licence, and strong teamwork and communication skills.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3, HNC, or equivalent in agronomy/turf management.
• PA1, PA2, PA6 pesticide spraying licences.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Proven experience as a greenkeeper.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to multitask and manage workloads.
• Basic computer literacy (e.g. Microsoft Office).

Responsibilities

• Support the Golf Course Manager and Deputy in planning and delivering maintenance programmes.
• Prepare both courses for daily play and competitions.
• Operate and maintain fine turf equipment to ensure consistency and quality.
• Ensure all playing surfaces meet high performance and presentation standards.
• Supervise and support greenkeeping staff.
• Collaborate with the Head Gardener and Head Mechanic on wider estate upkeep.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Basic computer literacy

Education

NVQ Level 3 / HNC in agronomy/turf management

Tools

PA1

PA2

PA6

Job description

The Royal Automobile Club is seeking a Senior Greenkeeper to support two 18-hole downland golf courses and a practice facility at the Epsom clubhouse. You will work with the First Assistant Greenkeeper and Deputy Golf Manager to maintain day-to-day operations within an environmentally sustainable plan.

The role requires proven greenkeeping experience, relevant agronomy qualifications, licences PA1/PA2/PA6, a full UK driving licence, and strong teamwork and communication skills.