St Patrick's Links - Donegal, Ireland - International
Managerial - Greenkeeper 5 January 2026
Golf Superintendent / Course Manager
St Patrick's Links
by Tom Doak
Rosapenna Hotel & Golf Resort, Donegal, Ireland
Managerial - Greenkeeper
Golf Superintendent / Course Manager – St Patrick's Links || Rosapenna Hotel & Golf Resort
The Rosapenna Golf Resort is seeking an experienced and motivated individual to lead our dedicated greenkeeping team on our new St Patrick's Links (opened June 2021) and support the continued development of this already very highly rated links. (Ranked #44 in the World by GOLF Magazine Top
Location:
Rosapenna Golf Resort, Sheephaven Bay, Downings, Co Donegal, Ireland.
Salary:
Competitive, and commensurate with experience
Contract:
Full-time, permanent
Season:
Open for play from April - October annually. Closed for 5 full months, November to March.
Reports to:
Directors / Resort Management
About St Patrick's Links
The Rosapenna Golf Resort acquired the St Patrick's Links in late 2012, a former 36-hole facility developed by the Walsh Family of Carrigart. The Maheramagorgan Links designed by Irish architect Eddie Hackett and the Trá Mór Links designed by PGA Professional Joanne O'Haire, both opened for play in the mid-1990's.
Discussions ensued with Tom Doak of Renaissance Golf Design, with Tom finalizing his lay-out with lead associate Eric Iverson in March 2013. The St Patrick's Links is routed in the adjoining dune system just south of the existing two courses at Rosapenna. Originally encompassing 36 holes, Tom has fashioned 18 unrecognisable and unforgettable holes over the same tract of land. The result? A sprawling links that is destined to become a modern great. It sits on the most magnificent piece of links land - huge scale, west coast of Ireland scenery, with enough variety in dimension to present a real diversity of golf holes. The routing takes golfers on a journey through huge dunes, to high above Sheephaven Bay, along the coast, then back over some more gentle dunes... and that's just the front nine With plenty of width and an eclectic mix of naturalised bunkers, the course is unlike anything in the UK & Ireland... or anywhere else for that matter.
The successful candidate will be key to the continued development of course conditions providing an authentic links experience on one of the World's best designs.
The Role
The successful candidate will be responsible for the presentation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the links, while managing and motivating a skilled team of greenkeepers.
This is a hands-on leadership role, requiring a blend of technical knowledge, practical ability, and strong people management skills. The successful candidate will work closely with Resort Management to deliver excellence in course conditioning and sustainability.
Key Duties
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the knowledge and capability to deliver the following:
Produce maintenance and improvement plans that meet the long-term direction of course conditioning
Work to annual budgets aligned with the agreed maintenance and improvement programme
Organise, implement, and participate in planned maintenance and development work
Make necessary purchases of supplies and materials within the approved budget
Maintain a close working relationship with the Directors & Resort Management
Manage, motivate, and develop the greenkeeping team, including effective delegation and monitoring
Manage the staff rota, including weekend work & overtime
Undertake basic machinery maintenance and repair, and organise servicing of course machinery and equipment, maintaining accurate records
Demonstrate strong knowledge of safe operating methods for equipment and tools used in course maintenance
Possess sound knowledge of turf diseases, weeds, pests, and control methods in links grasses
Keep updated with advances in turf management and turf care materials, machinery, and greenkeeping techniques
Work at all times within Health & Safety guidelines, including COSHH, Risk Assessments, and SOPs, ensuring the safety of staff, members, visitors, and contractors
The Ideal Candidate
Will be someone who wants to work closely with the Resort to provide a World class links playing experience. Will be creative, full of initiative and enthusiasm, and take great pride in the work of their team. To include:
Previous experience as a Head Greenkeeper / Course Manager at a links venue
NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Greenkeeping & Sports Turf Management
PA1, PA2, and PA6 spraying certificates
Full, clean driving licence
Strong working knowledge of golf course operations and a thorough understanding of the game of golf
Experience in budget management and cost control, with the ability to meet financial objectives
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Salary:
Commensurate with experience and qualifications.
How To Apply
Please send your letter of application to the Director of Golf by email:
Closing Date:
Monday 5th January 2026
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