Head Greenkeeper

West Derby Golf Club – Head Greenkeeper

Head Greenkeeper

The successful candidate will enjoy an autonomous working environment. The role is salaried, permanent and full time (40 hrs) and includes weekend work, though the Club embraces a flexible approach to working. West Derby Golf Club is an equal opportunities employer and is led by a progressive Council, supported by the Club Administration and PGA Professional.

The management of the golf course and Greenkeeping Staff in line with the strategic plan ensuring the maintenance, upkeep and agronomic heath of the golf course to an agreed standard and that it exceeds the expectations of Members and guests of the club.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

Service

• Manage the golf course and the Greenkeeping Team in accordance with the Club Golf Course Maintenance Policy, the Health and Safety Policy, independent agronomic advice and the Club Strategic Plan
• Carry out effective turf and course maintenance through the establishment of schedules and maintenance programmes which maximise efficiency on the course, appreciating and managing the demands of Member play and high-volume visitor golf in planning and executing such schedules at a busy golf Club
• Prepare the course for play including marking hazards, GUR, Penalty Zones, setting of tee markers, preparation of bunkers, general course maintenance, maintenance of course furniture and pathways
• Manage and supervise the preparation of course machinery
• Manage and conduct construction and renovation projects
• Operate and maintain the irrigation systems
• Maintain the drainage systems to ensure optimum performance
• Plan and carry out aeration programmes to ensure optimum performance
• Plan and manage the control of weeds, pests and disease
• Communicate regularly, on a timely and appropriate basis with staff, Members and Management

Budgeting

• Delegated responsibility for the management of the Greens Budget, in conjunction with the Chair of Greens ensuring appropriate controls, checks and balances are in place
• Manage financial resources and overtime budgets (where applicable)
• Provide analytical information to the Chair of Greens and General Committee to support decision making
• Suggest project work and provide budgets for them so far as is reasonably practicable and work to any agreed budget
• Maintain appropriate levels of supplies ensuring the same and effective control of all stored materials and grounds maintenance products

Staff

• Delegate and allocate work to the Greenkeeping Team and any volunteers
• Communicate effectively and supervise the Greenkeeping Team and volunteers in the duties, ensuring all works are carried out in a safe manner and to the highest of standards
• In conjunction with the Chair of Greens, identify team and individual development needs and opportunities providing support and guidance and adequate development activities to support the individuals
• Conduct performance appraisals of the team at a minimum of annual intervals
• Carry out inductions with new members of the Greenkeeping Team as and when appropriate
• Report any matters of a potential disciplinary nature to the Chair of Greens and support the Chair of Greens in any disciplinary or investigative procedures

Standards

• Utilise Member, visitor, staff and management feedback to identify improvements to the golf course
• Ensure the correct procedures are followed regarding the use of machinery, fertilisers and chemicals
• Collect, survey, record, report, communicate and utilise data from the golf course and environment
• Regularly report to Management and Members on the condition of the golf course, utilising digital images and technology where appropriate
• Promote the Club through regular positive content via social media platforms
• Take all reasonable steps to protect the health, safety and welfare of all employees, visitors, Members and contractors by following all Health and Safety Guidelines and by following legislative guidelines for the preparation, use and disposal of chemicals, the safe use of tools, plant and equipment and by promoting safe working practices in areas of operation of the course.
• Ensure that all faults and defects relating to the condition of the course, equipment, tools, buildings etc within the remit of grounds maintenance are reported to the Chair of Greens and any reasonable actions acted upon in an urgent manner
• Communicate risks and hazards to the Chair of Greens and the Club Administrator
• Comply with Club policies, rules and procedures at all times
• Work as part of a team and actively demonstrate a willingness to support and achieve the overall Club objectives and Strategic Plan
• Keep abreast of modern advances in materials, methods and machinery in Greenkeeping, undertaking Continuous Professional Development in line with the current and changing requirements of the role

General

• To be proactive in driving improvements across all areas of the Club aligned to the Strategic Plan
• To take responsibility for the security of the Greenkeeping buildings, further ensuring appropriate controls are in place to ensure the security of all plant, machinery, tools and equipment
• Have a thorough understanding of Club theft preventative procedures, ensuring the emergency call out list is up to date and an up-to-date list is retained for key contact details for keyholders, ensuring only authorised key holders have access to secure Club premises

Desirable Skills

• Proficient in the use of ICT
• Certified to operate chainsaws
• First Aid Qualified

This list is not exhaustive and is designed to provide a guide to the main responsibilities and duties of the role. It is expected that all personnel will undertake duties outside of the scope of this document from time to time

Salary: £42,000.00 – £45,000.00 per annum depending on experience

To Apply: Please send a copy of your CV and a Covering letter to office@westderbygc.co.uk