Championship Links Course Manager Opportunity
The County Sligo Golf Club is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to take on the role of Deputy Course Manager. This leadership position offers full involvement in all aspects of managing a championship links course in Ireland, providing an ideal opportunity for someone looking to learn, grow, be challenged, and continuously improve.
This person will have a mentor who values their input and will invest time in developing them as a professional. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the maintenance, operation, and management of the links and associated grounds and facilities, including staff management, supervising and training staff, and ensuring all work is completed in a safe and efficient manner to the expected standard.
The golf course is located beside Rosses Point beach, with stunning panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean and the surrounding mountains. County Sligo is home to some of the best beaches in the world, with popular surfing locations within a short distance from Sligo town. The town sits on the spectacular Wild Atlantic Way route, offering a vast amount of walking, hiking, and cycling routes, mountains, beaches, and nature to explore.
About the Role:
- Oversee the maintenance, operation, and management of the links and associated grounds and facilities
- Responsible for staff management, supervising and training staff
- Ensure all work is completed in a safe and efficient manner to the expected standard
Key Requirements:
- An individual with a degree or two-year diploma from a recognized institution in a turfgrass related field
- Valid Irish drivers license (or transferrable international license)
- Prior irrigation maintenance and spraying experience, with a spraying certification or ability to secure one within the first 90 days of employment
Benefits:
- Competitive salary dependent on education and experience
- Membership to relevant industry associations
- Continued professional development and training
- Golf privileges
- Opportunities to attend local and regional industry conferences and meetings