Assistant Greenkeeper
Assistant Greenkeeper - Banstead Downs Golf Club
Job Type: Full Time | Permanent
Hours: 40 Hours Week
An excellent opportunity has arisen at Banstead Downs Golf Cub for a committed and enthusiastic Assistant Greenkeeper to join our existing Greens team.
Banstead Downs Golf Club is situated on the Surrey and South London border. The course was originally designed by John Henry Taylor and later by James Braid who created one of the best Downland courses in the UK. Its chalk base allows for excellent drainage helping to ensure the course remains open and playable on fine turf surfaces all year round.
Reporting to the Course Manager, the successful candidate will be expected to maintain the course to the club’s high standards and give the successful candidate the opportunity to showcase their current skills whilst developing new ones within a progressive team environment.
Requirements:
- Ideally NVQ level 2 or working towards
- Be able to work in a team as well as on their own
- A positive, hardworking attitude with attention to detail
- Able to work 5 days a week, including weekends and Bank Holidays on a rota basis (Paid as additional overtime)
- A full valid UK driving licence
Would be an advantage, but not essential:
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NVQ Level 3 Greenkeeping
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Chainsaw certificates
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PA1,2,6
Benefits:
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28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
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Company pension scheme
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Full uniform provided
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Complimentary access to Golf
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Complimentary hot meal provided
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BIGGA Membership
To apply candidates should send a CV and covering letter to Course Manager: Gary Rowe greens@bansteaddowns.co.uk
Closing date for applications: 31st May 2025
