Blainroe Golf Club, Kilpoole Lower, Blainroe, Co. Wicklow, A67 YY01 are currently looking to recruit an Assistant Head Greenkeeper to join their team.
The Assistant Head Greenkeeper reports directly to the Head Greenkeeper. Under the Head's supervision, the Assistant Head Greenkeeper directs and participates in the maintenance of the golf course, supervises the maintenance work carried out by the greenkeeping staff, and undertakes related work as required. The Assistant Head Greenkeeper assumes the role of Head Greenkeeper during their absence.
Key Responsibilities
* Assists in planning and supervising the maintenance of the golf course.
* Keeps accurate and complete records on the Ground2Control system in the Golf Course Superintendent's absence.
* Communicates clearly with the Head Greenkeeper and other members of staff to discuss activities, goals, plans and highlight any concerns or issues.
* Schedules work and supervises employees and the use of equipment.
* Trains equipment operators on the operation and care of mowing and other equipment.
* Supervises pesticide and fertiliser applications and/or operates and calibrates pesticide and fertiliser application equipment.
* Supervises and participates in the operation and maintenance of irrigation pumps and in the maintenance of irrigation and drainage systems.
* Assists in personnel management and evaluation, employee safety and personnel discipline.
* Supports the Course Superintendent in the delivery of the agronomic plan.
* Ensures the guidelines set out for standards and presentation are adhered to.
* Depending on the business requirement, duties may be required to support the overall club team.