Apprentice Greenkeeper in East Calder

Overview

Harburn Golf Club was founded in 1933 and is a highly rated golf course in Central Scotland located on the outskirts of West Calder in West Lothian.

We are currently looking for an Apprentice Greenkeeper to join our successful team in 202

.

This is a new position created this year as a result of our course receiving fantastic reviews around the condition and playability, which has played a huge part in our nomination as a Finalist in the Scottish \”Golf Club of the Year 2026\” Awards. Such is our growing reputat

i

o.

We now want to build on our success by adding to the compliment of our greenkeeping staff and introduce an Apprentice Greenkeeper to the team this year to continue our high standards of course pres

enta

tin.

The successful applicant would report directly to the Head Greenkeeper, should have a keen eye for detail and be able to work both as part of a team or alone, contributing a strong work ethic. The post requires someone who is highly motivated with good communication

sklls.

This is a varied and rewarding opportunity and each day will entail a variety of outdoor tasks in a range of weather conditions requiring a good level of fitness. There is also a requirement to follow and carry out oral and written instructions and be available for early morning starts

eac day.

Ideal

R

equirments:

• Interest in landscaping techniques and practices, although training

wi

ll be povided.

• Interest in working with hand tools, golf course machinery and power tools used in gro

u

ndskeepng work.

• Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting heavy objects and working outdoors in vario

us

weather cnditions.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow ins

t

ructions ccurately.

• Good communication skills to collaborate with

tea

m members ffectively.

The Club is seeking someone to learn and train in best greenkeeping practices and will support the successful candidate with college fees as well as study leavereqirements.

The Club will provide all Staff PPE uniform and equipment requirements and training support to b

uild

knowledge ad ski

l

lsets.

Resonsibilities:

• Perform general groundskeeping duties to maintain the appearance and functionality of the golf cou

rse

and periphera green spaces.

• Support the team to build and maintain landscape features su

c

h as paths, feces, and walls.

• Irrigate greens, maintai

n f

airways and treework management.

• Conduct regular landscape maintenance tasks including mowing,bunker work, triming and pruning.

• Utilise hand tools and power tools to complete various tasks as designated. – Apply fertilisers, treatments and dressings as well as aeriation work on greens. – Prepare ground for planting and transplanting trees – Assist with the installat

ion

and maintenance o drainage systems.

• Operate and maintain mechanical equipm

ent used in groundkeeping activities.

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and requirements for the position of Apprentice Greenkeeper. It is not exhaustive and may be subject to cha

nge based on the neds of the Golf Club.

A competitive salary, personal development plan with six monthly progress revi

ews, awaits thesuccessful applicant.

Apply by email giving

sh

ort CV and why you wat t

o jo

in our team

, to:

P

re

ferences

• Live in the

reaor ability to commute.

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