Assistant Greenkeeper - Sherfield Oaks Golf Club

Description

As an Assistant Greenkeeper you will support the maintenance, preparation, and presentation of high-quality playing surfaces and surrounding grounds. The role involves day-to-day turf care, use of specialist machinery, and helping ensure the course/facility is safe, attractive, and playable to the required standards.

Location

Location - Sherfield Oaks Golf Club.

Employment Type

Employment Type- Full Time

Description

As an Assistant Greenkeeper you will support the maintenance, preparation, and presentation of high-quality playing surfaces and surrounding grounds. The role involves day-to-day turf care, use of specialist machinery, and helping ensure the course/facility is safe, attractive, and playable to the required standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the daily maintenance of greens, tees, fairways, bunkers, and roughs
• Carry out mowing, raking, edging, divoting, and general turf care tasks
• Operate and maintain grounds maintenance machinery and hand tools safely
• Assist with irrigation, drainage, and turf renovation works (aeration, seeding, topdressing)
• Help prepare the course/grounds for competitions and events
• Monitor turf health and report any issues such as disease, pests, or damage
• Follow health & safety procedures and safe working practices at all times
• Support environmental and sustainability initiatives on site
• Undertake general groundskeeping and maintenance duties as required

REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Passionate about golf and committed to delivering high standards
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively

Required Skills & Experience

Mandatory

• Interest in turf management, horticulture, or grounds maintenance
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Ability to work early mornings, weekends, and occasional overtime
• Strong work ethic and ability to work as part of a team

Requirements

• Prior experience in golf course maintenance preferred
• Knowledge of turf maintenance and environmentally friendly practices
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Passionate about golf and committed to delivering high standards
• Weekend and Bank Holiday availability

Benefits

• Pension Plans
• Training & Development
• Free Golf
• 50% discount on food
• Staff referral programme
• Flexible working hours

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