Apprentice Greenkeeper

GrassPlant are currently searching for an enthusiastic person to join our greenkeeping team at Brent Valley and Perivale Park Golf Courses.

The role is for an apprentice greenkeeper so no previous experience is required. All we ask is for a willingness to learn. The position will provide you with full training and an opportunity to study for the Level 2 NVQ in Sports Turf Management at the next enrolment.

The role would be best suited for someone looking to get into the golf and/or turf industries and involves working outdoors.

**About Us**

GrassPlant are a company specialising in turf maintenance across multiple different sites ranging from golf courses to football pitches, leisure centres and more across London and Hertfordshire. We manage the maintenance of the golf courses at Brent Valley and Perivale Park on behalf of the site operator, Everyone Active. Both golf courses are public and are located within 2 miles of one another.

**The Role**

The role will include but is not limited to the following:

- Preparing the golf course for daily play
- Operating and maintaining specialist equipment for upkeep of the playing surfaces
- Maintenance of golf course bunkers
- Tree maintenance
- Mowing greens, fairways, rough and tees using ride on machinery
- Strimming
- Tractor works
- General tidying and presentation of the courses

The hours of work are from 6am-2pm Monday to Friday, plus weekend availability for overtime on a rota, typically one weekend a month.
- A willingness and eagerness to learn
- A positive attitude
- The ability to work on their own or part of a team
- Good communication skills
- An attention to detail
- The ability to follow instructions carefully

**Applying**

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

**Salary**: £4.81-£6.83 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

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

Work Location: One location

Reference ID: Apprentice Greenkeeper