Greenkeeper - Roehampton Club. Closes 30 July

Employer-Roehampton Club Ltd Location-Roehampton, London Salary- £30,700 - £32,400 per annum + Weekend Overtime Contract -Full Time Hours-Based on a 40 hour working week and weekends on a rota basis. Reporting To:Head Greenkeeper

A Club Awards winning club -Sports Club of the Year ; King of Clubs 2022; Tennis Club of the Year 2019 and 2022.

Job Purpose:To assist in the daily operations of the Golf Course by ensuring the efficient preparation of the course.

Key Responsibilities:

• To undertake daily turf maintenance and preparation of the course, skillfully operating pedestrian and ride on machinery to maintain the course to the best possible standards of presentation.
• To assist in course construction whilst establishing and maintaining plants.
• To be able to identify different types of grasses, turf pests, diseases and plants.
• To be able to work on your own as well as part of a team.
• To actively contribute to departmental meetings.
• To maintain healthy and safe working practices at all times.
• To establish and maintain effective working relationships with managers, colleagues and members.

Whilst full training will be given, the ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and competencies:

• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Sports Turf Maintenance.
• A keen eye for detail and a passion for Greenkeeping.
• Experience of 'high end' clubs and tournament support
• Knowledge/experience of construction projects
• Trained first aider
• Tractor driving
• The ability to play golf to a reasonable standard.
• Be a team player and the willingness to go 'the extra mile'.

Benefits include:

• Staff Fund of £600 paid twice yearly after qualifying period
• 30 days annual leave (including bank holiday plus 2 additional life leave per annum)
• Meal whilst on duty
• Ongoing training and development
• Generous company pension matching up to 15% after a qualifying period
• Use of Club's facilities on working day following qualifying period
• Staff classes including tennis, golf, pickleball, Art
• Employee Assistance Program and mental health support