Apprentice Greenkeeper

The role is varied, and the duties would include:

Maintaining both courses to a high standard Once trained, mow greens and other surfaces Topdressing and treating turf Seeding Renovating and maintaining bunkers Maintaining the practice area Servicing machinery General maintenance work

Training:

Training will be provided in the workplace through Myerscough College, where you will work towards the Golf Greenkeeper Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard. The Apprenticeship is made up of a number of different nationally recognised qualifications, which are as follows:

City & Guilds Certificate in Golf Greenkeeping - The qualification is made up of a number of mandatory units designed to have maximum relevance to the job & integrate with day-to-day responsibilities. End point assessment, conducted by an independent assessor, which include: 

1. Knowledge test (30% of grading) 

2. Personal statement & portfolio of evidence (20% of grading) 

3. Course walk & practical end assessment 5 – 6 hours (50% of grading)

There will be 3 levels of achievement: Pass, Merit & Distinction.

Training Outcome:

To Become a Qualified Greenkeeper, then looking at Level 3, building experience before moving to a senior greenkeeper position, then looking at a first assistant or deputy position.

Employer Description:
Enville Golf Club is a private members club and was founded in 1935 with a nine hole course. The facilities were gradually extended over a period of years until 1983, when two eighteen hole courses were completed. 2010 saw the addition of one of the finest most extensive practice facilities in the Midlands.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, 6am to 2:30pm in the summer, 7:30am to 4:00pm in the winter, a 30-minute break a day (unpaid). These hours may vary depending on the season, but this will be discussed during your interview.

Skills:
Communication skills,Team working,Initiative,Proactive,Have ambition,Keen to learn,Honest,Hardworking