Assistant Superintendent, Golf Course

SENTOSA LEISURE MANAGEMENT PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A golf course management company in Singapore seeks an experienced Assistant Golf Course Superintendent to oversee the maintenance of greens, tees, and fairways. You will supervise staff, manage equipment operations, and ensure compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate requires a Diploma in a turf-related program and a minimum of 5 years in the golf course industry. Benefits include a collaborative work environment and a role in strategic planning.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in golf course industry.
• Working knowledge of golf course maintenance, turf practices, and irrigation systems.
• Possession of valid driver's license and pesticide applicator certification.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise the maintenance of greens, tees, and fairways.
• Instruct equipment operators and supervise pesticide applications.
• Assist in personnel management and safety evaluation.

Skills

Drainage

Personnel Management

Golf

Irrigation

Planning and Implementation

Audits

Wellbeing

Team Leader

Chemical Safety

Pumps

Employee Relations

Soil

Education

Diploma in a turf related program

Job description

Roles & Responsibilities

The Assistant Golf Course Superintendent reports directly to the Senior / Golf Course Superintendent. Under the Superintendent's supervision, the Assistant Superintendent directs and participates in the maintenance of the golf course tees, greens, fairways, and cart paths; supervises the maintenance and repair of motorised and other mechanical equipment; and does related work as required. The assistant superintendent may serve in the superintendent's capacity during his / her absence.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise the maintenance of greens, tees and fairways; schedules work; and supervises the employees and the use of the equipment.
• Instruct equipment operators on the operation and care of mowing and other equipment; supervises pesticide applications and / or operates and calibrates pesticide application equipment; and supervises and participates in the operation and maintenance of pumps, and in the maintenance of irrigation and drainage systems.
• Assist in personnel management and evaluation, employee safety and personnel discipline.
• Plan and modify daily work schedule based on professional interpretation.

Job Requirements

• Minimum Diploma in a turf related program
• Minimum 5 years of experience in golf course industry
• Working knowledge of the maintenance of golf course tees, fairways and greens; seeding and maintenance practices for golf course turf; planting, cultivating, pruning, and caring for plants, shrubs and trees; characteristics and proper use of various fertilizers and soil conditioners; herbicides and pest control methods and materials; drainage control methods; and irrigation systems, including wells, pumps and automatic controls.
• Ability to schedule and supervise maintenance work to achieve the most efficient utilization of workers and equipment; prepare clear and concise reports; and maintain effective employee and public relations.
• Possession of a valid driver's license.
• State certification or license as a pesticide applicator.

Tell employers what skills you have

• Drainage
• Personnel Management
• Golf
• Irrigation
• Planning and Implementation
• Audits
• Wellbeing
• Team Leader
• Chemical Safety
• Pumps
• Employee Relations
• Soil