First Assistant- Fairhaven Golf Club

1 December 2024 00:39
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Description

An exciting opportunity has become available at Fairhaven Golf Club for a passionate, ambitious and dedicated individual to join our management team as First Assistant Greenkeeper. The successful candidate will play a significant role in both the daily and long-term planning of the department. Additionally, you will be involved in the upcoming delivery of the Golf Course Masterplan, and execution of the annual Fairhaven Trophies, one of Europe’s leading Junior Championships.

Key Responsibilities:

Responsible for assisting the Course Manager and Deputy Course Manager in ensuring that the Course is retained as a first class championship experience
Involved with the management team to plan and prioritise work agreed in the maintenance and project programmes
Lead and motivate the skilled greenkeeping team to ensure standards are consistently met
Assisting in any training of staff and setting standards of practice
Ability to communicate with team members of all levels of experience
Implement the club’s health and safety procedures and documents

Essential Attributes:

Minimum NVQ Level 3 in turf management or equivalent
PA 1,2 and 6a spraying qualifications
In depth knowledge of fine turf agronomy, industry products and modern machinery
Minimum 5 years golf course maintenance experience
Strong leadership and communication skills
Modern approach to golf course management
Ability to carry out and understand all greenkeeping practices
In-house renovation experience
Experience in a turf management managerial position

Personal Qualities:

Dedicated, self-motivated team player
Professional high standards
Excellent attention to detail
Enthusiastic and dynamic
Ability to react positively and productively in challenging situations
Prepared to work a flexible working pattern to fulfil the needs of the business
Looking to continually progress their knowledge and understanding in the profession