Deputy Greenkeeper

Surrounded by 543 acres of idyllic Hertfordshire countryside, the Brocket Hall Estate boasts spectacular scenery and combines heritage and impeccable service while offering some of the finest golf, fine dining and conference & event facilities in the United Kingdom.

**Job Purpose**:
**Role Summary**:

- To maintain the greens, tees and approaches (divoting) and fairways.
- To carryout grass cutting maintenance to all areas within the practice area.
- To maintain the irrigation system.
- To set-up the area for corporate events.
- To arrange schedule to ensure range collectors carry out regular ball collections.
- Communicate with members, visitors, and other staff members in a positive, friendly, and courteous manner at all times.
- To assist the golf course manager in the implementation of all company procedures and training and developing of staff.
- To assist the golf course manager in maintaining departmental budget, purchasing and stock control.
- On completion of Academy duties, to assist the golf course manager with maintenance of both golf courses.
- Qualified to NVQ3 or above.
- PA1, PA2 and PA6 spraying certificates.
- Minimum of 5 + years progressive golf course experience.
- Excellent mentoring and leadership skills.
- Must possess a solid mechanical knowledge.
- A positive ‘can do’ attitude is essential.
- Punctual (daily starts from 6am, which can be earlier in summer months).
- Flexible - to work weekends as required.
- Ability to work in a pressurised environment and able to work to deadlines.

If this opportunity sounds like the career move you have been waiting for, then please forward your CV outlining your relevant knowledge and experience.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Referral programme

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Welwyn Garden City: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Greenkeeping: 5 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: BHDG