Senior Greenkeeper
| Posting date: | 17 January 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive Salary dependant on experience |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 February 2025 |
| Location: | PH15 2NT |
| Company: | Discovery Taymouth Management Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 5dfe790116a443c1b597 |
Summary
Join the Discovery family, where quality and service are at the heart of everything we do!
Discovery Land Company is a US-based developer and operator of private residential club communities and resorts with a world-renowned portfolio of domestic and international properties.
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Taymouth Castle Golf and Sport Club is Discovery’s second European private members-only golf & sport community. Nestled between two national parks and at the head of Loch Tay in Kenmore, Perthshire, the club incorporates several land estates and is rich in history with dramatic views, offering endless adventures.
This private lifestyle-driven community will offer 125 residences, a redesigned world-class golf course and practice facility, wellness and recreation facilities, a range of outdoor pursuits as well as a refurbished 19th century castle to offer a clubhouse with a range of food & beverage outlets and indoor activities. The Club also offers additional facilities at a nearby farm and mountain estate. Taymouth Castle offers a membership that values its relationships, its health, its leisure time, and is a modern community that honours Scotland’s strong legacy of history, outdoor adventure and, most importantly, fun.
Please note the selected candidate must have the right to work in the UK as we cannot offer visa sponsorship and offers are subject to successful completion of our reference and background checks.
We are delighted to have completed the first phase of our castle opening and our Director of Agronomy Steve Chappell, and our Golf Course Superintendent David Hay prepare for the opening of our newly refurbished 18-hole course later this year with further opportunities within our agronomy team.
As an experienced and qualified Senior Greenkeeper you will be actively involved in the final stages of our ‘growing in’ phase, before being responsible for the smooth running of the course set up operations, together with the wider agronomy team. Being hands on and leading by example you will have a keen eye for detail and be integral to the mentoring, training and development of our greenkeeping team, whilst maintaining the health and appearance of our luxury golf course.
Working closely and proactively communicating with team members across the wide range of facilities, this is a unique role for those who thrive in management and people interaction.
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Part of a dedicated team this is a superb golfing opportunity, if you are looking to progress to the next level in your agronomy career. As we eagerly await, and with anticipation the re-opening of this well-known and renowned course in 2025. You will be passionate about wanting to deliver the very best golf course maintenance and upkeep for our unique club surrounded by stunning natural scenery!
This role is ideal for an experienced ‘can-do’ Greenkeeper who wants to progress and is prepared to go the extra mile, inspiring and supporting their team and who enjoys coming to work with a smile ready for another great day!
You will be responsible for continuing the course set-up operations by directing the team on duty; supervising, supporting and mentoring junior team members with their knowledge by sharing your greenkeeping expertise.
You’ll support our turf maintenance schedules as our course continues to ‘grow-in’ maximising programmes for course efficiency, including preparing the already established golf holes in preparation of play - including marking hazards, grounds for repair and ensuring tee markers, bunkers, walk mowing bent grass greens complexes & the mowing of fairways, tie ins and roughs, golf furniture and general green maintenance are all carried out to the highest of standards and is synonymous of a DLC Club.
In return we can offer you fantastic career development opportunities, international experience while supporting with your continuous professional development.
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This is a wonderful opportunity and ideal if you thrive in a multiskilled role offering both variety and challenge. Previous experience in a similar role and/ or environment is essential. To be successful you will have a genuine interest and knowledge of the game as well as the desire to learn and develop in your career.
Knowledgeable of all the applicable legislation, regulations, and best practice, including Health and Safety, to ensure compliance; following all legislative guidelines for the preparation, use and disposal of chemicals, the safe use of tools, plant and equipment.
You can maintain a professional and welcoming approach when engaging with members, guests & visitors. As and when required carry out remedial and preventative work around the site to support other areas of the business. A full UK Driving License is essential, and the following qualifications would be a distinct advantage.
- Proficient in Information Communication Technology
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent in Greenkeeping and Sports Turf Management, PA1, PA2 and PA6A spraying certificates
- Certified to operate Chainsaws
Discover our Benefits and Perks..
Embracing the breathtaking scenery in this part of Scotland and immersing yourself into the local community, working at Taymouth Castle Golf & Sport Club is more than a job, it offers a ‘lifestyle.’ Offers a chance to be part of the team building a project for generations to come.
- Competitive Salary
- Travelling and Assistance with temporary relocation accommodation
- BIGGA membership
- Uniform Provided
- Meal on duty (free of charge)
- Use of on-site staff gym
- Access to staff activities
- Various benefits including discounted local accommodation for friends and family to visit.
- Work-Family Culture
We are situated on the A827 between Kenmore and Aberfeldy.
Close to the A9. Perth (1hour) Stirling and Edinburgh Airport (1.5hours) Glasgow (2 hours).