Job Description: Greenkeeper

Location: Kidjaberg Golf Club, 805, Selfoss, Iceland Job Title: Assistant Greenkeeper

Seasonal job: Full time from april/may until mid september/october for the 2026 season.

Reports to: General Manager and Head Greenkeeper The Role

The Assistant Greenkeeper is responsible for undertaking all activities related to course

maintenance, to help ensure course operations are carried out in line with the prescriptions laid down in the Club and Head Greenkeeper strategy.

Why Kidjaberg Golf Club

Kidjaberg Golf Club is a scenic 18 hole facility located 50 minutes from Reykjavik. The Golf Club is considered one of the best golf courses in Iceland and has been the venue for some of the biggest tournaments in Iceland such as the 2010 Icelandic Stroke Play Championship. Kidjaberg Golf Club is currently undergoing several ambitious projects including installation of a new irrigation system which will revolutionize the facility and make Kidjaberg Golf Club take further foothold as one of the top premium golf courses in Iceland.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• To assist the Head Greenkeeper in the management of the daily operation of the golf course and related facilities. To rectify or communicate any issues or foreseen problems promptly.
• To ensure all tasks associated with the management and maintenance of the Golf Courses are carried out.
• Ensure maintenance tasks are carried out in line with the Golf Club standards. Coaching and development of team members as required to ensure standards are met.
  
• To assist the mechanics and help undertake minor machine maintenance. Ensuring the team carry out and record daily pre-start checks on machinery prior to use and maintaining effective machinery operation during use.
• Carry out fertiliser, pesticide and other product applications.
• To operate machinery and equipment as directed ensuring that they are handled safely and as instructed.

GENERAL

• Communicate with members, visitors and other staff members in a positive, friendly and courteous manner at all times.
• To maintain a professional standard of dress and appearance.
• To demonstrate pride in the workplace and treat machinery and club property with respect.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and tidy work area
• To adhere to all statutory requirements regarding fire, health, safety and hygiene.
• To attend any training sessions as requested and adhere to clubs policies.
• Proactively support colleagues in delivering the club’s purpose.
• Carry out any additional duties as reasonably requested by the management team.
• Promote Kidjaberg Golf Club in a positive light at every opportunity.

Minimum Requirements

• 2 years Greenkeeping experience
• Mechanical skills an asset but not mandatory

Benefits

• Accommodations provided during job duration.
• Free lunch.
• Use of a company vehicle for errands (grocery shopping and similar).
• Working attire and shoes provided

Salary

• 3500-3900 euros per month depending on previous experience.

Applications

Please send CV’S to thordur@gkb.is – All applications will be answered.