Head Greenkeeper / Key Holder

Golf Head Green Keeper / Key Holder (Full Time)

City of Wakefield Golf Club

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Golf Head Green Keeper to join our team at City of Wakefield Golf Club. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual with a passion for golf course maintenance and a commitment to delivering high standards across all aspects of course presentation and operations.

We have a strong track record of developing our teams and supporting career progression. If you are looking to further your career within the golf and leisure industry, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the Manager and Assistant Manager in ensuring the golf course and associated facilities operate safely, efficiently, and in line with Council procedures. You will lead by example in maintaining the course to a high standard whilst supervising a small team and contributing to the overall customer experience.

About the Role

Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading and supervising a small team, allocating daily tasks and ensuring work is completed to a high standard.
• Preparing and delivering a 12-month course maintenance programme to ensure year-round course quality and presentation.
• Carrying out and overseeing all aspects of golf course and grounds maintenance, including turf management, landscaping, repairs, and machinery operation.
• Promoting and maintaining safe systems of work and ensuring compliance with all relevant health and safety procedures.
• Working closely with the Manager, Assistant Manager, golfers, club members, and the Club Committee to support the ongoing development of the course.
• Attending meetings with the Club Committee and other stakeholders as required.
• Staying up to date with industry developments, best practices, and emerging trends in golf course management.
• Supporting the operation of the facility when required, including front of house duties, customer service, cash handling, and site supervision.
• Undertaking key holding responsibilities and assisting with the safe opening and closing of the facility.
• Providing management cover in the absence of the Assistant Manager where required.

Essential Requirements

The successful candidate must possess:

• A minimum Level 2 Greenkeeping Qualification (or equivalent).
• PA1, PA2 and PA6 Pesticide Application Certificates (or equivalent).
• Proven knowledge and understanding of golf course operations, turf management, and grounds maintenance.
• Experience supervising or leading a team.
• The ability to produce and manage planned maintenance schedules.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• A full UK Driving Licence.

Physical Requirements

This is a physically demanding role and will require the successful candidate to:

• Undertake strenuous outdoor work in all weather conditions.
• Walk long distances across the course.
• Carry out frequent bending, lifting, pulling, twisting, and manual handling tasks.
• Work alone for extended periods when required.
• Operate a range of specialist grounds maintenance equipment including tractors, ride-on mowers, side-arm hedge cutters, sprayers, and other powered machinery.

Additional Information

The role will involve a combination of outdoor course maintenance and operational support duties within the pro shop environment. This may include reception duties, customer enquiries, cash handling, banking, and the use of management information systems.

Flexibility is essential, as the role includes evening, weekend, and bank holiday working.

If you have previous experience within the golf industry, sports turf management, or a similar environment and are looking for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you.

Wakefield Council is wholly committed to ensuring children and vulnerable adults are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and vulnerable adults whilst promoting their welfare. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this responsibility.

Want to know more?

If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council, feel free to contact.

Name: Mike Tomes

E-mail: mtomes@wakefield.gov.uk

Join us and make a real impact in the community. Apply today to become a valued member of our team!

DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service)

The successful applicant will be required to complete a Disclosure Application Form and to provide criminal conviction information.

Probation

In accordance with the Council Probation Procedure, this post is subject to a 6-month Probationary Period.

Fluency Duty

To comply with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), public facing roles will be subject to the Fluency Duty.

Diversity

Having a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve helps us to achieve the best outcomes for all. We encourage applications from everyone and actively seek to ensure that everyone feels included in the workplace so that we can make the most of our differences.

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