Assistant Greenkeeper


This vacancy's closing date has passed

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Organisation:
Trafford Leisure
Hours:
Full time, 38 hours per week
Location:
Altrincham Golf Course & Driving Range
Closing date:
14 August 2022

The Role:

Altrincham Golf Course & Driving Range are looking for an integral member of the greenkeeping team that will over-see the day-to-day preparation of the golf course in all aspects of grounds maintenance, health and safety and customer care, to ensure that the golf course is maintained to the highest possible standard.

Main duties will include:

  • Maintaining the golf course to the highest possible standard
  • Using grass cutting machinery in a safe manner
  • Using machinery to maintain the course
  • Maintaining machinery in a safe manner
  • Application of chemicals and fertiliser
  • Being able to identify pests and diseases
  • Construction work during Winter

The Person we are looking for:

Ideally you will have at least 2/3 years minimum previous experience of Golf Course Grounds Maintenance and hold a minimum Level 2 Diploma in Sports-turf, PA1/2 & 6a Spraying Certificates would be desirable but not essential, and be able to demonstrate a good working knowledge of turf machinery, maintenance and current Health & Safety practices, regulations and legislation when working within the companies procedures and operations. With excellent communication skills you will have experience of adhering to quality systems and have the ability to meet and exceed performance targets and initiatives as specified by the Head Greenkeeper and General Manager.

Working under the direction of the Head Greenkeeper you will be expected to work some Weekends and some Bank Holidays.

The Package:

The successful candidate will enjoy our extensive staff benefit package, including:

  • Working hours 38 per week
  • Salary of £21k per year
  • Healthcare package including optician, dental, physiotherapy and much more
  • Free Gym membership for you & up to 4 of your family
  • Childcare voucher scheme
  • Ride to work scheme
  • 22 Days Holiday
  • Company sick pay
  • Pension scheme

The Next Steps:

We’re looking to appoint as soon as possible, so if this sounds like the perfect role for you, don’t delay, apply today by completing an application form and attaching your CV on the Trafford Leisure website

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