Working closely with the Course Manager and wider greenkeeping team, you will play a key role in maintaining and improving our championship courses, with particular responsibility for irrigation management, turf treatments and specialist maintenance activities.
This is a hands-on position requiring strong technical knowledge, attention to detail and the ability to work independently while supporting the wider team's daily operations.
Key Responsibilities
Irrigation Management
- Operate, monitor and maintain the golf course irrigation systems to ensure effective water distribution and optimal turf conditions.
- Diagnose and resolve irrigation faults, including sprinkler heads, valves, pipework and control systems.
- Carry out routine inspections, preventative maintenance and seasonal irrigation adjustments.
- Support water management strategies to improve turf health, efficiency and sustainability.
- Maintain accurate irrigation maintenance and repair records.
Spraying and Turf Management
- Undertake the safe preparation, application and recording of approved turf treatments, including fertilisers and plant protection products.
- Ensure all spraying activities comply with relevant legislation, COSHH requirements and environmental standards.
- Maintain and calibrate spraying equipment to ensure accurate and efficient application.
- Assist with developing and implementing turf nutrition, disease prevention and integrated pest management programmes.
- Monitor turf conditions and identify potential issues, recommending appropriate corrective action.
Course Maintenance and Team Support
- Carry out all aspects of golf course maintenance to a consistently high standard.
- Support the Course Manager in delivering course improvement projects and maintenance programmes.
- Assist with supervising and guiding junior greenkeepers, promoting safe and efficient working practices.
- Ensure machinery and equipment are operated and maintained safely.
- Contribute to achieving excellent course presentation and playing conditions throughout the year.
Requirements
- Proven experience in golf course greenkeeping, ideally at senior greenkeeper level or equivalent.
- Strong practical experience operating and maintaining golf course irrigation systems.
- Demonstrable experience in spraying operations and turf treatment applications.
- PA1 and PA2 pesticide application qualifications, or relevant current equivalents.
- A recognised greenkeeping or sports turf qualification, ideally Level 3 or equivalent.
- Good understanding of turfgrass management, irrigation scheduling, fertilisation and disease control.
- Ability to diagnose technical problems and carry out practical repairs.
- Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and a proactive approach.
- Ability to work independently and support the wider team.
- Full UK driving licence.
Benefits
- Pension Plans
- Training & Development
- Enrolment in Brocket Hall staff benefits program, including free access to golf facility, discounted gym membership, discount on all FB offerings, retail, accommodation and ticketed events.
- BIGGA membership