Reports to: Estate Manager
Based at: Mentmore Golf & Country Club, Mentmore, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU70UA
Mentmore Golf and Country Club was designed to create two first class 18 Hole Championship Golf Courses, and a peaceful country club for its Members and guests to relax in. The two superb 18 Hole courses, The Rothschild and The Rosebery are played over rolling parkland and feature lakes, woods and spinneys.
For further information on Mentmore Golf & Country Club please check out the company website at www.MentmoreCountryClub.co.uk Mentmore Golf & Country Club invites applications for the position of Qualified Greenkeeper.
Job Purpose
Under the general guidance of the Estate Manager carrying out turf maintenance, preparation of the course for play, machinery operation and maintenance, course construction, estate maintenance and identification of different grasses and plants. The Person You must demonstrate effective organisational skills and the ability to use initiative. You will have a NVQ Level 2 Qualification or better and a minimum of 3 years previous experience at Assistant Greenkeeper level. You should have a proven history of producing work at a high standard at either a 4 or 5 Star Club. You need to be a strong team player who is clearly customer focused, with a passion for greenkeeping, and a positive and progressive outlook. You will be flexible and able to work early mornings and weekends.
Primary Duties
Maintain the golf courses and estate to specific high standards of presentation.
Observe Safe Working practices and be aware of the Health and Safety at Work Act and fire regulations and ensure that these are strictly adhered to.
Training required in: NVQ Level II Training at College and Health and Safety.
To fully understand and follow all working procedures as specified by the Estate Manager
To follow any reasonable request by a member of the Management Team.
To attend regular staff meetings and liaise with other members of staff to ensure the overall smooth running of the operation.
To advise the Estate Manager of any improvements or alterations which may significantly improve the service offered or the efficiency of its operation.
To inform the Estate Manager of any concerns or opinions expressed by the members about the Golf Course or the Club in general.
To carry out turf maintenance, preparation of the course for play, machinery operation and maintenance, course construction, estate maintenance and identification of different grasses and plants.
Experience in the use and maintenance of irrigation systems.
Spraying certification (PA1, PA2 & PA6) & Chainsaw Certificate desirable but not essential
Contact
Interested candidates should forward a current C.V. along with a covering letter to: cmoore@mentmorecountryclub.co.uk
Due to the large number of applications received, only those candidates who meet the above criteria will be contacted. Should you not hear from us within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion.
In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.