Senior Golf Course Superintendent: Agronomy & Grounds Lead

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Accommodation for staff

Professional development

State-of-the-art equipment

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging seeks a Golf Course Superintendent to manage the pristine grounds, turfgrass management, irrigation, pest control, and team leadership, ensuring world-class playing conditions.

You will develop agronomic plans, supervise staff, monitor course conditions and weather, and ensure environmental compliance. A degree in turfgrass or related field and 5+ years in golf course maintenance with leadership experience are required.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, Horticulture, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of golf course maintenance, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Knowledge of turfgrass, soil science and integrated pest management.
• Proficiency with irrigation systems and maintenance equipment.
• Strong leadership, organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and a demanding Vereeniging schedule.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily golf course maintenance to ensure high turf quality and playability.
• Develop agronomic plans including fertilization, irrigation, mowing, pest control.
• Lead and train groundskeeping staff; ensure safe, efficient workflow.
• Monitor conditions, weather, and golfer feedback for timely adjustments.
• Manage course maintenance budget for labour, equipment, and materials.
• Ensure environmental compliance and sustainable course practices.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Organizational

Outdoor endurance

Education

Degree or diploma in Turfgrass Management / Agronomy / Horticulture

Tools

Irrigation systems

Groundskeeping equipment

Job description

Placements24 in Vereeniging seeks a Golf Course Superintendent to manage the pristine grounds, turfgrass management, irrigation, pest control, and team leadership, ensuring world-class playing conditions.

You will develop agronomic plans, supervise staff, monitor course conditions and weather, and ensure environmental compliance. A degree in turfgrass or related field and 5+ years in golf course maintenance with leadership experience are required.