Senior Greenkeeper - Irrigation & Spraying Specialist

Brocket Hall Holding Limited; Hatfield (MA); Presencial; USD 32.000 - 43.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Pension Plans

Training & Development

Free golf facility access

Discounted gym membership

BIGGA membership

Descripción de la vacante

Brocket Hall Holding Limited is seeking an experienced greenkeeper to maintain championship courses with a focus on irrigation management, turf treatments and specialist maintenance.

The role requires hands-on, independent work and collaboration with the Course Manager and wider greenkeeping team to deliver high standards year-round.

Formación

• Proven senior greenkeeper experience or equivalent.
• PA1/PA2 pesticide qualifications or current equivalents.
• Level 3 greenkeeping or equivalent qualification.

Responsabilidades

• Operate and maintain golf course irrigation systems.
• Apply turf treatments following safety and COSHH standards.
• Support maintenance programmes and supervise junior greenkeepers.
• Ensure safe operation of machinery and maintain records.

Conocimientos

Greenkeeping experience

Irrigation scheduling

Spraying operations

Pest/turf management

Independent worker

Team supervision

Driving licence

Educación

PA1/PA2 pesticide qualifications

Level 3 greenkeeping

Descripción del empleo

Working closely with the Course Manager and wider greenkeeping team, you will play a key role in maintaining and improving our championship courses, with particular responsibility for irrigation management, turf treatments and specialist maintenance activities.

This is a hands‑on position requiring strong technical knowledge, attention to detail and the ability to work independently while supporting the wider team's daily operations.

Key Responsibilities

Irrigation Management

• Operate, monitor and maintain the golf course irrigation systems to ensure effective water distribution and optimal turf conditions.
• Diagnose and resolve irrigation faults, including sprinkler heads, valves, pipework and control systems.
• Carry out routine inspections, preventative maintenance and seasonal irrigation adjustments.
• Support water management strategies to improve turf health, efficiency and sustainability.
• Maintain accurate irrigation maintenance and repair records.

Spraying and Turf Management

• Undertake the safe preparation, application and recording of approved turf treatments, including fertilisers and plant protection products.
• Ensure all spraying activities comply with relevant legislation, COSHH requirements and environmental standards.
• Maintain and calibrate spraying equipment to ensure accurate and efficient application.
• Assist with developing and implementing turf nutrition, disease prevention and integrated pest management programmes.
• Monitor turf conditions and identify potential issues, recommending appropriate corrective action.

Course Maintenance and Team Support

• Carry out all aspects of golf course maintenance to a consistently high standard.
• Support the Course Manager in delivering course improvement projects and maintenance programmes.
• Assist with supervising and guiding junior greenkeepers, promoting safe and efficient working practices.
• Ensure machinery and equipment are operated and maintained safely.
• Contribute to achieving excellent course presentation and playing conditions throughout the year.

• Proven experience in golf course greenkeeping, ideally at senior greenkeeper level or equivalent.
• Strong practical experience operating and maintaining golf course irrigation systems.
• Demonstrable experience in spraying operations and turf treatment applications.
• PA1 and PA2 pesticide application qualifications, or relevant current equivalents.
• A recognised greenkeeping or sports turf qualification, ideally Level 3 or equivalent.
• Good understanding of turfgrass management, irrigation scheduling, fertilisation and disease control.
• Ability to diagnose technical problems and carry out practical repairs.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and a proactive approach.
• Ability to work independently and support the wider team.
• Full UK driving licence.

• Pension Plans
• Training & Development
• Enrolment in Brocket Hall staff benefits program, including free access to golf facility, discounted gym membership, discount on all FB offerings, retail, accommodation and ticketed events.
• BIGGA membership