Deputy Course Manager
Northamptonshire County Golf Club
Northamptonshire County Golf Club is recognised as one of the finest inland heathland courses in the Midlands and is currently ranked within the Top 100 golf courses in England.
Originally designed by the renowned golf course architect Harry Colt, the Club has built a strong reputation for the quality of its playing surfaces, year-round presentation and continued investment in the golf course. Northamptonshire County has proudly hosted Regional Qualifying for The Open Championship and, in 2026, will host the prestigious Carris Trophy.
Significant recent projects have included heathland regeneration, woodland management, a new irrigation system, a 4,000m² short game area and ongoing investment in machinery and infrastructure.
We are now seeking to recruit a Deputy Course Manager to assist in the continued development and presentation of the golf course.
Working closely with the Course Manager, the successful candidate will play a key role in the day-to-day management of the course, staff supervision and the continued progression of course standards.
Main Responsibilities
- Assist with the planning and implementation of all daily golf course maintenance operations
- Lead and supervise the greenkeeping team in the absence of the Course Manager
- Help maintain the Club’s high presentation standards across all areas of the course
- Assist in planning and delivering winter projects, renovation works and course improvements
- Carry out and oversee operations in line with Health & Safety requirements and safe working practices
- Assist with irrigation management, course set up and machinery operations
- Support and encourage the continued development of team members
- Maintain accurate records relating to course maintenance, machinery and spraying operations where required
- Take an active role in the continued environmental and sustainability objectives of the Club
The Ideal Candidate Will
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Be highly motivated with a strong work ethic and positive attitude
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Have excellent communication and leadership skills
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Be organised and capable of managing and prioritising workloads effectively
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Have strong practical greenkeeping knowledge and attention to detail
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Be capable of leading by example and motivating a team
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Have a good understanding of modern turf management practices
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Have experience working on high quality golf courses, ideally heathland or links style environments
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Have knowledge of irrigation systems and water management practices
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Be enthusiastic about continuing professional development and industry progression
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Have a passion for golf course presentation and improvement
Essential Qualifications
- NVQ Level 3 in Sports Turf Management or equivalent
- PA1, PA2 and PA6 spraying certificate
- Full UK driving licence
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience within the golf course industry, ideally including experience at Deputy or First Assistant level
- Experience working at a high-quality golf facility with a strong focus on presentation standards
Desirable Qualifications
- Chainsaw certificates (CS30/31 or equivalent)
- First Aid qualification
- Experience operating and maintaining modern turf machinery
- Irrigation experience
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Salary sacrifice pension scheme with up to 5% employer matched contribution
- 28 days holiday entitlement, increasing by 1 day every 2 years of service up to a maximum of 33 days
- Ongoing training and educational opportunities
- BIGGA membership
- Uniform and PPE provided
- •Staff meals whilst on duty
- Opportunity to play the golf course
- A supportive working environment with a clear focus on continual improvement and professional development
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious and motivated individual looking to progress their career at one of the country’s leading inland golf courses.
To apply, please send a covering letter and CV to [email protected] with the subject heading: “Deputy Course Manager Application”.
Closing date will be the 12th June.
