Senior Golf Course Operations Manager

Placements24; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 850,000 - 1,350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive annual salary

Remote work stipend

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development

Supportive remote team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Golf Course Operations Manager to lead a remote operations team responsible for maintenance, agronomy, and player services. The role focuses on delivering a world-class golf experience while upholding environmental stewardship and financial performance.

The candidate will guide a distributed team, set strategic operational plans, manage budgets, and ensure sanitary and sustainable course practices through advanced remote collaboration tools.

Qualifications

• Must have 8+ years in golf course management with remote leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of turfgrass science, irrigation, and pest/disease management.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, control costs and optimize revenue streams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic operational plans for golf course maintenance, including budgeting and staffing.
• Oversee agronomic program to maintain optimal playing conditions and sustainability.
• Manage player services, tee bookings, and event coordination with remote tools.
• Lead and mentor a distributed team of superintendents and staff for continuous improvement.

Skills

Remote leadership

Budget management

Team mentoring

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Golf Course Management

Bachelor's degree in Agronomy

Bachelor's degree in Horticulture

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and forward-thinking Senior Golf Course Operations Manager to lead their remote operations team. This pivotal role involves overseeing all aspects of golf course management, from maintenance and agronomy to player services and event coordination, all managed from a remote capacity. You will be instrumental in driving operational excellence, ensuring a world-class experience for golfers while maintaining the highest standards of environmental stewardship and financial performance, all while fostering a collaborative and efficient remote work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic operational plans for golf course maintenance, including budgeting, staffing, and resource allocation.
• Oversee the agronomic program, ensuring optimal playing conditions and sustainable practices for turf health.
• Manage player services, including tee time bookings, tournament coordination, and member relations, leveraging technology for seamless remote interaction.
• Ensure compliance with all environmental regulations and implement best practices for water management and pesticide use.
• Lead and mentor a distributed team of course superintendents and operational staff, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Golf Course Management, Agronomy, Horticulture, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in golf course management, with a proven track record in remote leadership.
• Extensive knowledge of turfgrass science, irrigation systems, and pest/disease management.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, control costs, and optimize revenue streams.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills, with a strong proficiency in remote collaboration tools.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• Flexible remote work arrangements with a provided technology stipend.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education in agronomy and management.
• A dynamic and supportive remote team environment focused on innovation and member satisfaction.