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ATPI; Galway; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious golf resort in County Galway is seeking an experienced Equipment Manager/Turf Engineer to join their team responsible for maintaining and repairing golf course machinery. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 1 year’s experience in the sector and possess strong communication skills. You will ensure equipment safety and efficiency while adhering to health and safety standards. This is a full-time position with primary duties focused on maintaining the technical performance of golf course equipment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year’s experience as a plant fitter or turf mechanic.
• Interpretation and application of data for machinery.
• Full, clean driving licence is essential.
• Good communication skills.
• Full, clean driving licence (essential).
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Proven ability to work independently using own initiative or within a team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain operating functions of golf course machinery and equipment.
• Perform preventative and routine maintenance.
• Diagnose and repair faults on equipment and machinery.
• Identify parts needed for repairs, liaise with suppliers for ordering and maintain a stock list.
• Schedule and carry out preventive and routine maintenance for golf course and resort equipment.
• Maintain workshop area in a neat, orderly fashion complying with H&S laws.
• Keep service records, budget and cost-control documentation for all equipment and major repairs.
• Train staff on safety of equipment and apply safety systems.
• Ensure adherence to the Company Health & Safety policy.
• Prepare and submit administrative paperwork and timesheets.

Skills

Team player

Fluency in English

Good communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Proven ability to work independently

Interpretation and application of data

Education

Qualified Construction Plant Fitter or similar

Tools

Machinery and equipment maintenance tools

Diagnostic tools for petrol/diesel engines

Job description

Position

Equipment Manager / Turf Engineer

Location

Galway Bay Golf Resort, Renville, Oranmore, County Galway, H91 T4A4, Ireland.

Overview

Galway Bay Golf, Renville Oranmore, are seeking an experienced and qualified Equipment Manager/Turf Engineer to join their team on the spectacular 18‑hole Championship Golf Course. The role involves repairing and maintaining golf course machinery and equipment, performing preventative maintenance, major and minor repairs, ensuring safety, and managing administrative tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain proper operating functions of golf course machinery and equipment, including tractors, ride‑on mowers, hand mowers, golf buggies, and construction equipment.
• Perform preventative and routine maintenance, including machining operations, trimming, and sharpening mowing equipment.
• Diagnose and repair fault issues on petrol/diesel engine equipment, mobile hydraulic systems, and mobile air compressors.
• Identify parts needed for repairs, liaise with suppliers for ordering and maintain a stock list.
• Schedule and carry out preventive and routine maintenance for golf course and resort equipment.
• Maintain workshop area in a neat, orderly fashion complying with H&S laws.
• Keep service records, budget and cost‑control documentation for all equipment and major repairs.
• Train staff on safety of equipment and apply safety systems.
• Ensure adherence to the Company Health & Safety policy.
• Prepare and submit administrative paperwork and timesheets.

Repair and Maintenance Areas

• Tracked Vehicles
• Small two‑stroke engines
• Mobile hydraulic systems
• Mobile air compressors
• Power‑shift transmissions
• Golf course equipment and plant
• Electrical systems, brake systems, transmissions, suspension systems, petrol fuel system, engines
• Safety procedures

Requirements / Experience / Skills

• Qualified Construction Plant Fitter or similar.
• Minimum of 1 year’s experience as a plant fitter or turf mechanic.
• Interpretation and application of data.
• Team player.
• Fluency in English, both spoken and written.
• Good communication skills.
• Full, clean driving licence (essential).
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Proven ability to work independently using own initiative or within a team.

Contact

To apply, please send CV to [e-mail].

Classification

Full‑time