LOCATION:
North Inch Golf Course, North Inch, Perth, PH1 5HT
SALARY:
£20,872 - £21,998 per year
CONTRACT TYPE:
Temporary
POSITION TYPE:
Part Time
HOURS:
28.8 hours per week
We currently have the following opportunity:
Golf Course Operative (Fixed Term until 31 October PKC13509
£20,872 - £21, Hours per week)
North Inch Golf Course, Perth
We are seeking to appoint a Seasonal Golf Course Operative to work at North Inch Golf Course as part of the Community Greenspace team, from mid-March until 31 October 2026.
The successful candidate will work within a small, friendly team responsible for the day-to-day operation of the golf course, helping to deliver a welcoming and well-run facility for all users.
Duties will include welcoming golfers, collecting green fees, and managing bookings by telephone, email, and in person. The role will also involve assisting with the marketing and promotion of the golf course online, therefore good computer skills and confidence using digital platforms are essential.
From time to time, the postholder will assist with basic golf course maintenance tasks, including grass cutting, leaf blowing, litter picking, raking bunkers, and replacing divots. This element of the role requires a reasonable level of physical fitness; full training will be provided.
Hours are worked on a rota basis and will include regular evening and weekend working.
Due to the nature of the post, the successful candidate will be required to work outdoors on a regular basis.
This is a fixed-term post until 31 October 2026.
Please note, we are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this post.
Skills & Experience Required
Essential
* Basic knowledge of golf and an understanding of golf etiquette, with a keen interest in the sport.
* Friendly, approachable, and welcoming manner with strong customer service skills.
* Experience of dealing with the public in a customer-facing role.
* Ability to work effectively as part of a small team.
* Computer literate, with experience using IT systems and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
* Flexible approach to working hours, including evenings and weekends on a rota basis.
* Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
* Reasonable level of physical fitness to assist with occasional course maintenance duties.
Desirable
* Previous experience working in a golf, leisure, or outdoor environment.
* Experience supporting online bookings or basic digital marketing activity.
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