Assistant Greenkeeper

Position: Assistant Greenkeeper
Location: Allerton
Salary: £28,000 – £32,000

Exciting Opportunity to Join a Prestigious Golf Course in Liverpool!

Chappell Enterprises UK is recruiting on behalf of our client, a highly regarded golf course that has recently undergone significant investment in both its clubhouse and course. We are seeking a dedicated Assistant Greenkeeper to join their team and help maintain the course to the highest standards.

This role is ideal for a proactive individual with a passion for turf care, a keen eye for detail, and a desire to work in a professional and team-oriented environment.

About our client

Driven by a passion for hospitality and outstanding service, our client was established with a clear vision—not to create exclusive, high-end facilities, but to develop accessible leisure experiences without compromising on quality. Our client\’s commitment to providing exceptional facilities and memorable experiences for everyone in the North West is at the heart of everything they do.

Key Responsibilities

Course Maintenance

• Prepare and maintain the golf course to an exceptional standard, including mowing greens, fairways, tees, and roughs.
• Operate turf management machinery and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Assist in aeration, topdressing, fertilization, and irrigation activities.
• Support turf health management, including disease and pest control.
• Carry out bunker maintenance, divot repair, and general course upkeep.
• Follow health and safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment.

Course Development & Construction

• Assist with course improvement projects, including bunker renovations, drainage installation, and turfing.
• Operate construction machinery and tools as required.
• Contribute to landscape and infrastructure improvements.

Irrigation & Water Management

• Support the maintenance and operation of the irrigation system.
• Assist in implementing water conservation strategies to optimize course conditions.

Machinery & Equipment Maintenance

• Perform basic maintenance of greenkeeping machinery.
• Report mechanical issues to the Head Greenkeeper.

Requirements

Essential:

• A proactive and hardworking attitude with a strong work ethic.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including early mornings and weekends.

Desirable:

• Previous greenkeeping, turf care, or sports turf maintenance experience.
• NVQ Level 2 in Sports Turf Management or willingness to work towards it.
• PA1, PA2, and PA6 spraying certificates.
• Experience using and maintaining greenkeeping machinery.
• Full UK driving licence.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £28,000 – £32,000 based on experience.
• Training and career development opportunities.
• The opportunity to work on a highly invested and prestigious golf course.
• A supportive and professional working environment.

To Apply

If you are passionate about greenkeeping and want to be part of a forward-thinking team, we would love to hear from you.

Chappell Enterprises UK is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and are a Disability Confident Employer, offering interviews to disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.

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