The Opportunity – Assistant Greenkeeper
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You will be responsible for carrying out golf course maintenance duties, as directed. Work involves a variety of duties to manage and maintain the golf course, ensuring that it is presented in the best possible condition at all times, whilst adhering to the rules and regulations established for the operation.
Salary: Competitive Salary
Contract Type: Full Time
Working Pattern: Permanent
Note: On-site accommodation available
Day-to-day responsibilities include:
1. Cutting all playing surfaces, changing holes, setting up the golf course for play, preparing bunkers, and spraying as required; ensuring the course exceeds guest expectations.
2. Construction, aeration, and turfing works.
3. Understanding and adhering to health and safety policies, including COSHH, Risk Assessments, and SOP guidelines.
4. Ensuring safe operation and handling of all machinery and equipment used by greenkeeping staff.
5. Competency in the operation and handling of chemicals used in greenkeeping.
6. Participating in training to enhance skills and personal development.
7. Care of machinery and reporting any damage or loss.
8. Supervising small projects and seasonal greenkeepers.
9. Preventing long-term damage to turf and the golf course.
10. Participating in propagation of grass and other plants.
11. Contributing to the overall workflow and department operations.
This role is suitable if you:
* Have knowledge of recreational operations and maintenance.
* Understand golf course care and maintenance methods.
* Possess knowledge of turf diseases and control methods.
* Have good interpersonal skills and a positive attitude.
* Hold an SVQ/NVQ Level 2 in sports turf maintenance or equivalent.
* Have at least 1 year of experience in an assistant greenkeeping role.
* Possess PA1 & PA6 certifications and First Aid certification (favourable).
* Hold a full UK driving license.
Next steps:
Our resourcing team reviews applications and contacts shortlisted candidates for interviews. For questions, contact recruitment@jcb.com.
Benefits include:
* Competitive salary, 33 days’ holiday, company pension.
* Onsite gym, medical services, ULEV car scheme, discounts via JCB Rewards Hub, Cycle to Work Scheme.
We value diversity and provide support for applicants with accessibility needs. Email recruitment@jcb.com for assistance.
Note: JCB does not accept speculative agency applications.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Management and Manufacturing
Industries
* Machinery Manufacturing
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