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Greenkeeper

Closing Date: Ongoing

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Greenkeeping

Greenkeeper

Closing Date: Ongoing
Salary: From £23,500 per year

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SbN Staff Benefits

  • Discounted or free food
  • Employee discount
  • Gym membership
  • On-site parking

Stoke by Nayland Resort is seeking an experienced Greenkeeper to join our team on a full-time basis.

SbN is home to two 18-hole championship golf courses – the Gainsborough course measures over 7,000 yards and regularly hosts prestigious PGA tournaments, whilst the Constable course is very popular with hotel residents, families and members alike. There is also a large driving range, extensive practice facilities and a state-of-the-art golf simulator.

Working as part of the greenkeeping team, the successful candidate will report to the Head Greenkeeper & Course Manager. You will be expected to work Monday to Friday, with weekend work. This role offers a competitive salary, the opportunity for further education and training as well as additional employee benefits. Due to our location, having your own transport is essential.

What You’ll Get Up To:

  • To work within the team to maintain the golf course to a high standard as expected by the members and guests of Stoke by Nayland Golf Club.
  • To assist in ensuring the course is properly laid out, prepared and maintained to the required standard for members and guests of the Club.
  • Work with the greenkeeping team to assist in all aspects of turf and golf course maintenance, including mowing and irrigation.
  • To assist in the maintenance of bunkers and course furniture.
  • Operate machinery for specific tasks while complying with standard operating procedures to meet Health & Safety regulations.
  • To comply with any reasonable instruction issued by your Manager.
  • Undertake all operations in a safe and environmentally sustainable manner.

What We’re Looking For

  • Minimum of 2 years of greenkeeping experience.
  • Minimum of Level 2 qualification in greenkeeping.
  • Pesticide spraying licence PA1, PA2, PA6 & Chainsaw certification desirable, but not essential.
  • Good knowledge of golf course maintenance practices.
  • Practical skills for driving and operating machinery.
  • Able to establish and maintain good working relationships with others.
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently.
  • Enthusiastic and punctual.
  • Positive attitude with good communication skills.
  • Good attention to detail.
  • A desire to learn and develop within the role.
  • Full driving license.

SbN Staff Benefits

  • Discounted or free food
  • Employee discount
  • Gym membership
  • On-site parking

Contact Details

T: 01206 262836

E: [email protected]

A: Stoke by Nayland Resort, Keepers Lane, Leavenheath, Colchester, Essex, CO6 4PZ

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