Richmond Park Golf Course is looking for a passionate and experienced Head Greenkeeper to lead its grounds team across 36 holes.
The Role
Set within London’s largest Royal Park and a 2,500-acre National Nature Reserve, Richmond Park’s two 18-hole layouts, the Duke’s and the Prince’s, make up one of the finest public golf facilities in the UK.
Reporting directly to the General Manager, you will be the driving force out on the courses, responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of greens, tees, fairways and roughs across both layouts, working alongside your team while respecting the Royal Park’s strict environmental guidelines.
Key Responsibilities
- Direct and take part in daily course preparation across 36 holes, including mowing, rolling and bunker maintenance
- Set weekly rotas, manage weekend cover and approve leave
- Deliver morning briefings, on-the-job training and daily health and safety toolbox talks
- Deliver agronomic programmes and apply fertilisers and pesticides in line with the park’s ecological constraints
- Operate and maintain irrigation and drainage systems
- Make sure machinery is used safely around the public and wildlife
- Oversee the fleet of commercial robotic mowers, including GPS cutting schedules and troubleshooting
About You
- NVQ Level 3 in Sports Turf Management (minimum)
- Valid NPTC PA1, PA2 and PA6 certificates
- Natural leadership and the ability to organise daily schedules across a large site
Key Details
- Location: Richmond Park, London
- Contract: Full-time, permanent
- Salary: £54,000 plus benefits
- Closing date: 1 December 2026
