Are you itching for a job that will take the brakes off your career? In a beautiful, historic setting with a modern outlook? With a reward package to match?
The oldest club in Surrey, founded on Merrow Downs in 1886, Guildford Golf Club enjoys a wealth of history and tradition, as well as a fine Taylor and Hawtree designed golf course.Situated high on the Surrey Hills ??â designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - on chalk downland bordered by attractive woodlands and with far-reaching views, this is acknowledged to be one of the best all-weather courses in Surrey.
Guildford Golf Club wishes to recruit a dedicated and ambitious Deputy Head Greenkeeper to lead a team to meet the challenge of raising and maintaining the high standards required by the Club; and an Assistant Greenkeeper with the skills and enthusiasm to take this unique opportunity to make their mark in the Clubâs history as we embark on an exciting period of change, including a major bunker programme. Both roles will be key to the course development strategy.
Applicants will need to possess the following qualifications, skills and necessary experience:
Assistant Greenkeeper
- A minimum of 2-5 years greenkeeping experience
- NVQ Level 2 Sports Turf Management essential (Level 3 desirable)
- PA 1,2 and 6 Spraying Certificates would also be an advantage
- CS32 and 33 Chainsaw Qualifications desirable
- Full valid driving licence
- Being an active golfer would be an advantage
The Club is keen to see all staff develop and progress to their full potential, so there will be opportunity to achieve additional qualifications as well as an internal development and training programme.
Remuneration will be dependent on experience and will be within industry standards.
20 days holiday - Full Staff Uniform - Meal provided daily
All applicants are requested to submit a current C.V. with a covering letter to the Head Greenkeeper:
matt.lawrence@guildfordgolfclub.co.uk by 31st October 2017.