1st Assistant Greenkeeper

at  Littlestone Golf Club

JOB OVERVIEW

As a 1st Assistant Greenkeeper, you will play a vital role in maintaining and enhancing our 36 hole Championship venue. This position requires a hands-on approach to golf course maintenance, ensuring that all areas are well-kept and thriving. You will be responsible for various tasks that contribute to the overall playability of the courses, utilising both mechanical and hand tools.
Key Responsibilities:

Assist the Course Manager and Deputy Course Manager in the daily running of the golf courses

• Address unforeseen challenges and issues promptly
• Oversee and ensure all maintenance tasks meet standard operating procedures and the expected standards of the Club
• Maintain a high attention to detail
• Support team and course development
• Ensure all work is carried out in compliance with Health & Safety regulations and the Club’s development plan
• Assist in minor equipment maintenance and ensure Greenstaff complete pre-start checks and use machinery effectively
• Apply fertilisers, pesticides, and other related materials in accordance with H&S policies and industry best practices
• Lead a weekend team and take full responsibility for presentation, health and safety and course closures at these times
• Undertake training as identified to ensure levels of operation are continued
• Demonstrate a general willingness for CPD

General Responsibilities:

• Maintain a professional appearance and treat all equipment with respect
• Ensure the work area and equipment is kept clean and tidy
• Communicate with fellow staff, members, and visitors in a positive and professional manner
• Comply with company policies and all training requirements
• Adhere to the departmental code of conduct and employee handbook
• Actively participate in achieving the Club’s objectives
• Represent Littlestone Golf Club positively at all times

Operational Responsibilities:

• Maintain and improve the condition of the greens/surrounds, tees, fairways, roughs, bunkers, drainage/irrigation systems
• Monitor turf quality and identify pests, diseases, disorders etc
• Assist and enhance the operation of the department
• Lead by example to ensure standards and targets are met
• Carry out all departmental tasks in accordance with H&S standards
• Lead, train, and motivate Greenstaff
• Understand and apply materials used in the running of the courses
• Maintain relevant records
• Plan and assist in project work
• Report to work in a timely manner and adjust to seasonal changes

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £27,092.00-£35,747.74 per year

Additional pay:

• Tips

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work Location: In person
Reference ID: GK1 2025 1A
Expected start date: 01/03/202

General Responsibilities:

• Maintain a professional appearance and treat all equipment with respect
• Ensure the work area and equipment is kept clean and tidy
• Communicate with fellow staff, members, and visitors in a positive and professional manner
• Comply with company policies and all training requirements
• Adhere to the departmental code of conduct and employee handbook
• Actively participate in achieving the Club’s objectives
• Represent Littlestone Golf Club positively at all time

Operational Responsibilities:

• Maintain and improve the condition of the greens/surrounds, tees, fairways, roughs, bunkers, drainage/irrigation systems
• Monitor turf quality and identify pests, diseases, disorders etc
• Assist and enhance the operation of the department
• Lead by example to ensure standards and targets are met
• Carry out all departmental tasks in accordance with H&S standards
• Lead, train, and motivate Greenstaff
• Understand and apply materials used in the running of the courses
• Maintain relevant records
• Plan and assist in project work
• Report to work in a timely manner and adjust to seasonal change