Greenkeeper Apprentice

The Club are currently seeking to recruit a highly motivated and enthusiastic Apprentice Greenkeeper to join our ambitious and friendly team to help raise the standards of the playing surfaces and golf course surrounds, for our members, their guests and visiting golfers. The successful candidate will contribute to the daily presentation of the course, project work and all other aspects of turf maintenance under the guidance and training of our Fully Qualified Greenkeepers and Course Manager. This is an excellent career opportunity for the right candidate.

The role will include:

Brushing, rolling and mowing all playing surfaces
Scarifying, verticutting and aerating turf Applying nutrition and top dressing Operation of a full course irrigation system Applying treatments to control weeds & disease Renovating and maintaining bunkers Preparing and operating machinery for safe use Applying the Rules of Golf in relation to golf course maintenance and tournament play Communicating with management and reporting any issues, concerns, or defects Establish and maintain effective working relationships with members and colleagues’ Monitor and help maintain standards of health, safety and security in the workplace

Training:

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

 

Training Outcome:

This could lead to one of these roles listed below:

Assistant Greenkeeper Greenkeeper Deputy Course Manager Course Manager

Employer Description:

Royal Blackheath Golf Club is a Private Members Golf Club, steeped in history having been instituted in 1608, making it the oldest golf club in England and one of the oldest in the world.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, 6.00am - 3.00pm. Weekend shifts: 6.00am - 9.00am, on a rota basis.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Physical fitness