Job Title - Assistant Head Greenkeeper
Department - Estates
Rate of Pay - Competitive salary including excellent benefits!
Contract Type - Permanent
Hours of Work - Full Time
Shift Details - 40 hours per week, including weekends and bank holidays as required
Overview
Are you an experienced Greenkeeper ready to take the next step in your career? We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Head Greenkeeper to join our award-winning Estates team at the Celtic Manor Resort.
Working alongside the Head Greenkeeper, you will play a key role in maintaining one of the UK's most prestigious golf destinations, helping to deliver exceptional playing conditions across our championship golf courses and surrounding landscapes. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your leadership skills while working within a world-class resort environment that has hosted some of golf's most prestigious events.
What are we looking for…
We're seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Greenkeeping professional who takes pride in delivering exceptional standards and leading by example.
You will have:
An NVQ qualification (or higher) in Greenkeeping or Golf Course Management
At least five years' experience working within a golf course environment
A strong understanding of golf course maintenance practices
A clean driving licence
Excellent communication and team leadership skills
Good IT and organisational skills
The ability to deputise for the Head Greenkeeper when required
A proactive, self-motivated approach with a keen eye for detail
Desirable qualifications include pesticide application certificates, first aid training, chainsaw certification and experience preparing courses for tournaments or grow-ins.
What you'll do…
Support the Head Greenkeeper in the day-to-day management of the golf course
Deputise for the Head Greenkeeper during periods of absence
Assist with the maintenance and development programmes across the golf course and associated areas
Lead, motivate and support Greenkeeping team members when required
Ensure machinery, equipment and resources are used safely and effectively
Operate a range of specialist equipment including mowers, tractors and utility vehicles
Maintain the highest standards of course presentation and playing conditions
Work closely with Golf Operations and Estates colleagues to support resort activities
Contribute ideas and initiatives that drive continuous improvement
Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures and environmental best practice
Attend team briefings and contribute to departmental objectives and planning
What's in it for you…
As one of our ‘Hospitality Heroes’ you will receive a host of Company benefits such as -
Access to career development training from day one
Discounts on food & beverage and hotel stays
Discounted leisure membership
Free GP virtual appointment service
24/7 wellbeing helpline
NEST pension scheme
Social Club
Staff appreciation events
Monthly and end-of-year awards
Recruitment Info
In the event we receive a high number of applications, we reserve the right to close this campaign early.
In line with the requirements of the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process. The Celtic Manor Resort is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
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