Golf Greenkeeping Apprentice

**Golf greenkeeper apprenticeCORHAMPTON GOLF CLUB**

This is an outdoor based, entrance level position, introducing the applicant to learning the trade of golf course maintenance, ecology and woodland maintenance, through joining a small green keeping team at a private members’ golf club in Hampshire in the South of England.

**Annual wage**

£10,982.40 to £21,673.60

Private Health Care provided

**Working week**

Total Weekly Hours - 40 basic hours per week + weekend overtime rota (1 on, 2 off) 1 day week in college in term time only Working Days & Hours - Mon-Fri 5am to 1pm

Total hours per week: 40 hours a week

**Expected duration**

27 Months

**Possible start date**

18 Sep 2023

**Date posted**

01 Sep 2023

**Apprenticeship level**

Intermediate
Level 2 (GCSE)

**Reference number**

VAC1000195598

**Positions**

1 position available

**What will the apprentice be doing?**

Reporting to the Course Manager or Deputy, you will be part of a small team ensuring that Corhampton Golf Course is maintained and presented to all members in the best possible condition at all times throughout the year. You are required to carry out routine golf course maintenance tasks as directed by the Course Manager, in accordance with the Club’s Course Management Policy & its Health and Safety Policy.

The below lists a wide range of tasks due to the flexibility required for the post:

- Mowing of all golf course areas
- Undertake bunker maintenance weeding, mowing and raking
- General course set tee markers, hole changing etc.
- Renovations to play areas including verti-draining, brushing, coring, scarifying and top dressing.
- Repairing divits
- Identifying common pests, diseases and weeds in turf areas at an entrance level.
- Competently operating all turf equipment, including pre-checks.
- Checking height of cut & quality of cut on mowing units.
- Involvement with course construction on tee, bunkers & greens.
- Irrigation repairs, hosing and checking moisture readings.

**What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?**

Once you have completed your End Point Assessment you will have achieved a level 2 Apprenticeship Standard and a Level 2 Diploma in Golf greenkeeping.

The EPA consists of three distinct elements:
On line knowledge test
A personal statement
Practical assessments
You will also have achieved you Pa1 Handling and Application of Pesticides Training

**What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?**

**Requirements and prospects**

**Desired skills and personal qualities**
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Team working
- Physical fitness
- an interest in golf
- Good eye for detail
- Good work ethic

**Qualifications**
- GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4(C) or above) essential
- GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4(C) or above) essential

**Things to consider**

You will be required to work outside in all weathers. Very early 5am starts

**About the employer**

Founded in 1891 and situated 10 miles south-east of Winchester in southern Hampshire. The condition of the course year on year continues to be described by Members and Visitors as excellent with particular praise for the condition of the greens. The course plays 6378 yards off white tees, 6082 off yellows and 5788 off reds. A combination of natural contours, mature woodland and artfully placed bunkers provides a test for low and higher handicappers alike. Set in an area of outstanding natural beauty, Corhampton Golf club offers stunning views across hills, valleys and woodlands. Our 18-hole course is located on chalk foundations, which means the course drains exceptionally quickly.

**Employer**

CORHAMPTON GOLF CLUB

**Address**
- SHEPHERDS FARM LANE
- CORHAMPTON
- SOUTHAMPTON
- SO32 3GZ

**Contact**

Karen Jackson

01962 797452

**Job Type**: Apprenticeship

**Salary**: £10,982.40-£21,673.60 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Private medical insurance

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Southampton: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- Do you have an interest in Golf?
- What interests you about this opportunity?
- This is a two year apprenticeship with day release tuition at Sparsholt College, are you happy to attend college to support your learning in the workplace?

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Greenkeeping Apprentice for Corhampton Golf Course
Expected start date: 18/09/2023