Apprentice Greenkeeper
Fereneze Golf Club, Barrhead are recruiting just now for an Apprentice Greenkeeper .
The Apprentice Greenkeeper position would suit a candidate looking to start a career in greenkeeping or maybe a career change. No experience would be required as full on the job training will be provided. Enjoyment of working outdoors and an understanding of golf would be helpful. Applicants should be self-motivated, hardworking, enthusiastic and comfortable working individually and as part of a team.
You will be expected to work 40 hours per week, including weekend work from time to time.
Overview:
The Apprentice will work alongside the Course Manager and other members of the team in ensuring that the Golf Course is maintained to the highest standard with regard to presentation and safety. As an Apprentice Greenkeeper this is a fantastic opportunity for you to gain hands-on greenkeeping experience whilst working towards your qualification.
Supported and guided by the Course Manager and senior staff, training will include: routine maintenance, cutting greens/tees/fairways, maintaining equipment, Health and Safety and more.
Further Education:
The successful candidate will attend college and work towards gaining SVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Sports Turf Maintenance. This is a great opportunity to obtain a formal qualification in greenkeeping.
Qualification
College courses would start Year 1 October-March. Year 2 October – March on a day release basis.
Required Hours of Work:
Must be willing to start early (06:30 summer) and (07:00 winter) occasionally weekend mornings.
Desired attributes
- Attention to detail and a desire to learn
- Polite and self motivated
- Good time keeping
- Enjoy working outdoors
As the role will involve driving machinery and equipment, the ideal candidate will have a Full UK Driving Licence or will work towards gaining a Full UK Driving Licence.
To apply:
Please send CV and covering letter to: Kevin Wilson – Head Greenkeeper at: kevxathome@gmail.com
