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Green-tech launches new Blue Green Infrastructure brochure

November 28, 2025/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Green-tech launches new Blue Green Infrastructure brochure: Green-tech Specifier, the specification arm of leading landscape supplier Green-tech Ltd, has launched a new brochure showcasing its comprehensive solutions for Blue Green Infrastructure in urban environments. Designed for engineers, specifiers, landscape architects and designers, the brochure highlights the company’s expertise in delivering SuDS urban tree planting, intelligent […]

Course Manager

November 28, 2025/in Jobs/by Admin

Job Title: Course Manager Location: Ingestre Park Golf Club Salary: Circa £50k depending on experience Contract: Full-time, permanent Reports to: Board of Directors About Us Ingestre Park Golf Club is a private members’ club with a proud heritage dating back to our relocation to Ingestre in 1977. Following a major redevelopment, we unveiled our brand-new USGA-spec course in May 2024 […]

Green-tech launches new Blue Green Infrastructure brochure

November 28, 2025/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Course Manager

November 28, 2025/in Jobs/by Admin

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Green-tech launches new Blue Green Infrastructure brochure

November 28, 2025/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Green-tech launches new Blue Green Infrastructure brochure: Green-tech Specifier, the specification arm of leading landscape supplier Green-tech Ltd, has launched a new brochure showcasing its comprehensive solutions for Blue Green Infrastructure in urban environments.

Designed for engineers, specifiers, landscape architects and designers, the brochure highlights the company’s expertise in delivering SuDS urban tree planting, intelligent irrigation and water storage, green roof systems, rain gardens, and wildflower landscapes that enhance biodiversity and climate resilience.

Green-tech launches new Blue Green Infrastructure brochure

The brochure is available to download from Green-tech Specifier at https://www.gtspecifier.co.uk/resources/brochures/. Hard copies can also be ordered at https://www.gtspecifier.co.uk/resources/brochures/#form

Seraya Sigsworth, Specification Manager, comments, “Our new Blue Green Infrastructure brochure gives engineers, landscape specifiers, architects and designers a practical, inspiring roadmap for integrating nature-based solutions into urban environments. At Green-tech, we believe that every tree, rain garden, and green roof is more than a design feature; it is part of a resilient and sustainable city. By sharing our expertise and systems, we can help deliver projects that manage water smarter, boost biodiversity, and improve wellbeing for communities”

Green-tech Specifier also offers free CPD seminars, available in person or online, covering:

Landscape-led Solutions to Urban Water Management
Urban Tree Planting featuring TreeParker®
Green Roof Planting and Irrigation
Bioretention Soils and Rain Gardens
John Chambers Wildflowers for Biodiversity

“These seminars provide the opportunity to gain technical insight, ask questions, and see how our systems can be integrated into real projects,” added Seraya.

Green-tech’s commitment to sustainability and innovation is at the heart of the brochure, demonstrating how well-planned Blue Green Infrastructure can improve water management, enhance urban biodiversity, contribute to climate resilience, and create more beneficial public spaces.

For more information visit www.gtspecifier.co.uk

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Course Manager

November 28, 2025/in Jobs/by Admin

Job Title: Course Manager

Location: Ingestre Park Golf Club

Salary: Circa £50k depending on experience

Contract: Full-time, permanent

Reports to: Board of Directors

Course Manager

About Us

Ingestre Park Golf Club is a private members’ club with a proud heritage dating back to our relocation to Ingestre in 1977.

Following a major redevelopment, we unveiled our brand-new USGA-spec course in May 2024 — 13 new holes and 5 reconstructed ones. It’s a stunning setting where modern course design meets natural beauty, and we’re seeking an experienced, passionate, and forward-thinking Course Manager to lead our greenkeeping team through this next chapter.

The Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for the golf course operation, presentation, maintenance, and continuous development of the golf course and practice facilities, while managing and motivating a skilled team of greenkeepers.

This is a hands-on leadership role requiring a blend of technical knowledge, practical ability, and strong people management skills. The Course Manager will work closely with the Board of Directors, Club Manager and Head Professional to deliver the Club’s long-term vision for excellence in course conditioning and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities:

Produce a maintenance and development plan for the golf course and organising, implementing and participating in the planned programme of maintenance work including greens, tees, fairways, bunkers, rough and all other areas of the course.
Lead, train, and develop the greenkeeping team to the highest professional standards
Manage course presentation, ensuring consistently high-quality playing surfaces throughout the year
Prepare and manage annual budgets for staffing, materials, and machinery
Develop and implement sustainable turf management and environmental practices
Liaise regularly with the Board of Directors and report on course performance and development
Maintain compliance with all Health & Safety, COSHH, and machinery regulations
Oversee procurement and maintenance of greenkeeping equipment
Plan for adverse weather conditions, tournaments, and special events

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

Minimum Level 3 NVQ / Diploma in Sports Turf Management (or equivalent)
Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Course Manager, Head Greenkeeper, or Deputy Course Manager.
Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills
Demonstrable knowledge of modern turf management practices, irrigation systems, and machinery operation
Competence in budgeting, planning, and staff supervision
Full UK driving licence and PA1, PA2, and PA6 spraying certificates

Desirable:

Experience managing capital projects (e.g. bunker renovation, drainage, irrigation upgrades)
IT literacy, including course management software and budgeting tools
Understanding of biodiversity, ecology, and sustainable maintenance techniques
Evidence of ongoing professional development

Personal Attributes:

Passionate about delivering excellence in course presentation
Approachable, motivational, and team focused
Organised, methodical, and forward-thinking
Competent decision making and problem solving skills that are adaptable in changing conditions with pressured time frames
Professional communicator with members and committees

What We Offer:

Competitive salary
Support for ongoing training and professional development

How to Apply: Please send a covering letter and CV outlining your experience and achievements to: Sarah Sharp, Club Manager

Email: office@ingestregolf.co.uk

Closing Date: Thursday 4th December 2025

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Green-tech launches new Blue Green Infrastructure brochure: Green-tech Specifier, the specification arm of leading landscape supplier Green-tech Ltd, has launched a new brochure showcasing its comprehensive solutions for Blue Green Infrastructure in urban environments.

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