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Assistant Greenkeeper

Get Golfing CIO
9 days ago
Full-time
On-site
Eastbourne, England, United Kingdom
Leisure

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.

This is a Full Time (40 hours pw) salaried role.

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

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

Benefits

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