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Greenkeeper – Roehampton Jobs in London, UK at Roehampton Club Ltd
Greenkeeper – Roehampton, London
Job Type: Full Time
Reporting To: Head Greenkeeper
Job Purpose:
Based on a 40 hour working week and weekends on a rota basis.
To assist in the daily operations of the Golf Course by ensuring the efficient preparation of the course.
Key Responsibilities:
- To undertake daily turf maintenance and preparation of the course, skillfully operating pedestrian and ride on machinery to maintain the course to the best possible standards of presentation.
- To assist in course construction whilst establishing and maintaining plants.
- To be able to identify different types of grasses, turf pests, diseases and plants.
- To be able to work on your own as well as part of a team.
- To actively contribute to departmental meetings.
- To maintain healthy and safe working practices at all times.
- To establish and maintain effective working relationships with managers, colleagues and members.
Whilst full training will be given, the ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and competencies:
- NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Sports Turf Maintenance.
- A keen eye for detail and a passion for Greenkeeping.
- Experience of ‘high end’ clubs and tournament support
- Good communication skills.
- Knowledge/experience of construction projects
- Trained first aider
- Tractor driving
- The ability to play golf to a reasonable standard.
- Be a team player and the willingness to go ’the extra mile’.
Benefits include:
- Staff Fund of £600 paid twice yearly after qualifying period
- 30 days annual leave (including bank holiday plus 2 additional life leave per annum)
- Meal whilst on duty
- Ongoing training and development
- Generous staff referral scheme
- Generous company pension matching up to 15% after a qualifying period
- On site parking
- Use of Club’s facilities on working day following qualifying period
- Staff classes including tennis, golf, pickleball, Art
- Employee Assistance Program and mental health support
- Staff events
- Death in Service of 4 x salary
- Ongoing training and development
- Career pathway
How to Apply
Applicants are required to submit a CV together with a covering letter outlining their suitability for the role by clicking ‘Apply’.
Title: Greenkeeper – Roehampton
Company: Roehampton Club Ltd
Location: London, UK
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