Facing the Atlantic, with unbroken views of dunes, sea and
sky, lies The Machrie on the Isle of Islay. A contemporary hotel with 43
beautifully designed rooms, suites and family lodges, a world-class golf links,
restaurant, outside sauna and hot tub garden, screening room and modern art
collection. On Islay, “Queen of the Hebrides”, one of the easiest to reach
islands off the west coast of Scotland, you'll discover far-stretching empty
sand beaches, cool clear waters, adventure, awe, and a landscape teeming with
wildlife.
Discover Golf at The Machrie:
An iconic Scottish championship links stretching over 7000
yards from the back tees.
An original Willie Campbell design dating back to 1891 and
redesigned in 2018 by David J. Russell to modern championship standards, this
course is now playable in all conditions. The perfect links terrain is set on
unique dunelands bordering on the magnificent Laggan Bay in Islay.
Exceptionally maintained, our course captivates all levels
of golfers and tests every aspect of the game. The course offers four sets of
tees suitable for all handicaps and offers generous fairways. The inspired run
offs, contoured greens and revetted bunkers provide an array of shot selections
around the greens, captivating every golfer’s imagination.
Our Deputy Head Greenkeeper role
Everyday your backdrop will be an iconic Scottish
championship links. As golf course Deputy Head Greenkeeper at The Machrie,
you’ll play a crucial role in maintaining the quality and playability of the
course.
The responsibilities include, but are not limited to: the
implementation of turf grass/plant material maintenance programs, personnel
management, support on budgeting/forecasting, member relations,
scheduling/maintenance and/or irrigation systems, fertilizer & pesticide
applications, related recordings, compliance of regulatory issues and
fulfilling the role of Head Greenkeeper in the absence of the Head Greenkeeper.
As our Deputy Head Greenkeeper you’ll be:
Working closely with the Head Greenkeeper to create an
environment where employees are involved and enthusiastic, with open
communications and respect for themselves, members, guests, the property and
property ownership.
Basic Duties:
* Daily,
Weekly, Monthly supervision for all phases of Golf Maintenance, Agronomic
operations, and personnel for all golf playing areas
* Working
closely with, and coordinating with, the Course Manager/Head Greenkeeper
on any issues related to golf course maintenance
* Directing,
supporting, and participating in, any construction and all maintenance of
the golf grounds
* Supporting
with landscape plans for facility grounds and implementing them
* Administering
and enforcing all Club rules, regulations and policies for staff
* Supporting
and assisting with membership seminars and orientations if required
* Working
closely with the Internal Team to then communicate with Senior/Top
Management/Ownership to operate the Golf Course in a fiscally responsible
and professional manner
* Must
be able to work independently and be a self-starting problem solver
Primary Duties:
* Overseeing
(with the Head Greenkeeper) the care and maintenance of the turf,
ornamental plants, shrubs, trees, natural areas, sand dunes, and water
areas on the facility grounds
* Directing
and assisting the staff on the planting of new vegetation, the
replacement, spraying, pruning, and trimming of any trees, shrubs, and
sand dunes
* Preparing
soil plant beds for aesthetically pleasing arrangements and tending to
high stress areas
* Supporting
the management of water usage and irrigation systems, and providing
monthly reporting on (if applicable) retaining ponds, wells and other
water source usage
* Supporting
Recruitment, and supervising maintenance staff
* Conducting
employee performance evaluations and exercising disciplinary action if
required
* Providing
technical, operational and safety training for employees
* Overseeing
subordinates in proper and safe operation and maintaining mechanical and
power equipment
* Supporting
plans and budgets for additions to, or replacement of, capital equipment
* Managing
and participating in the application and recording of chemical
applications (fertilizers and pesticides) on the Club's grounds in
compliance with all local, National, and international regulations
* Managing
and supporting the control of all maintenance expenses associated with
Golf Course Maintenance Operations, including payroll, supplies,
chemicals, and fertilizers
* Maintaining
records and completing required reporting
* Ordering
parts, supplies and equipment as needed
* Working
with our Course Manager/Head Greenkeeper to schedule maintenance practices
around visitor, member play, and outings to maximize efficiency and
minimize disruption to all players
* Coordinating
seasonal maintenance activities
* Ensuring
the entire department is fully compliant, covering but not limited to
COSHH, LOLER, up-to-date HR policies, SOP’s, training/education plans, and
internal and external audits
The skills you’ll be sharing with us:
* Knowledge
of management and all agronomic maintenance of greens, fairways, roughs,
natural sand dunes and potential areas of scientific interest
* Knowledge
of use and operating standards of equipment and tools used in golf course
construction and maintenance work
* Skill
in recruiting, supervising, training, monitoring, evaluating and
motivating personnel
* Interpersonal
skill to resolve conflict and work with supervisors, officials, employees,
members and the public
* Knowledge
of safe use, mixing and application of chemicals and commercial products
* Knowledge
of the game of golf, golf rules, and methods of play
* Ability
to anticipate personnel, equipment, and material requirements related to
golf course maintenance and repair assignments
* Ability
and knowledge to lay out irrigation patterns, drainage patterns, construct
tees and/or greens
* 3-5
years’ experience as a Senior Greenkeeper or deputy head greenkeeper
(Links Experience at Premium Venue advantageous)
* 2-year
Degree or Certificate in Turf Management (or related field, such as
agronomy, horticulture, plant science, soil science). SVQ Level 3 Golf
Course Management as a minimum
* Pesticide
Application License
* Prefer
Certification by the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America,
BIGGA or equivalent
* Advance
computer skills required for financial reporting and control of
operations, including use of Microsoft Office Suite
* Department
management through data analytics
* A
valid Driver's License
* Flexibility
to attend regional, national, international golf events, trade shows etc
* Knowledge
and experience working on/at a tournament links venue advantageous
* Fluency
in English is essential for this role due to the nature of communication
with guests and colleagues
* You
pick things up quickly and love mastering something new. You’ll be
adaptable, curious, and always ready to grow
* Your
actions inspire others, so you will lead by example
* You
enjoy sharing knowledge so you will be great at training and helping
others to reach their full potential
* Ability
to work under pressure Focused, steady, and solution you’ll have the
ability to work under pressure
* You’re
self-motivated and proactive
* For
this role your own transport will be essential
What we’ll offer you:
* A
relaxed, professional place to work in a beautiful location – ‘The Queen’
of the Hebridean archipelago off the west coast of Scotland
* Excellent
career prospects in an ever-expanding organisation
* Special
rates for you and your friends & family to stay at Another Place (The
Machrie), Another Place (The Lake), Watergate Bay, and SeaSpace Hotels
* Discounts
for you and your friends & family to eat at our restaurants
* Team
social events throughout the year
* Team
assistance scheme – a dedicated helpline for support & advice on
topics from mental health through to managing your finances
From discounted stays to training and development
opportunities, we're all about helping our team achieve their personal and
professional goals. Located above the dunes of a seven-mile beach on the
Scottish island of Islay, surrounded by wildlife, you'll never be short on
inspiration.
If you would love to join us as our Deputy Head
Greenkeeper apply now and be part of our journey at The Machrie, a wonderful
place to work.