Location - Eastbourne Downs Golf Club
Employment Type - Part Time
Description
Eastbourne Downs Golf Club is seeking an Assistant Greenkeeper to join their team. Eastbourne are part of Get Golfing CIO who owns and operates a network of golf courses across the country, providing golf enthusiasts with exceptional golfing experiences.
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.
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:
* Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
* Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
* Passionate about golf and committed to delivering high standards.
* Ability to work efficiently and effectively.
Required Skills & Experience
Mandatory
* Interest in turf management, horticulture, or grounds maintenance
* Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
* Ability to work early mornings, weekends, and occasional overtime
* Strong work ethic and ability to work as part of a team
Desirable
* Previous experience in greenkeeping, grounds maintenance, or horticulture
* Experience operating mowing and turf machinery
Hourly Rate -£12.21
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
Benefits
* Pension Plans
* Training & Development
* Free Golf
* 50% discount on food
* Staff referral programme
* Flexible working hours