Deputy Course Manager
Royal Birkdale Golf Club - Merseyside - Northern
Greenkeeper
28 August 2026
An exciting opportunity has become available at Royal Birkdale for a passionate and ambitious Deputy Course Manager to join the management team. As Deputy, you will be responsible for the daily management of the greenkeeping team and have vital input into the daily and future planning of the greenkeeping department. We need a proactive and dedicated Deputy to join our team and continue great day to day work that has been ongoing while be involved in planning for Royal Birkdale and future events.
The successful candidate will report to the Course Manager, and be responsible for:
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Taking full responsibility of course management in the absence of the Course Manager
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Being involved with the management team to plan and prioritise work agreed in the maintenance and project programmes
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Leading and motivating the skilled greenkeeping team to ensure standards are consistently met
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Assisting in any training of staff and setting standards of practice
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Communicating with team members of all levels of experience
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Implementing the club’s health and safety procedures and documents
Essential Attributes:
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Minimum NVQ Level 3 in turf management or equivalent
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PA 1,2 and 6a spraying qualifications
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In depth knowledge of fine turf agronomy, industry products and machinery
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Minimum 10 years golf course maintenance experience
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Strong leadership and communication skills
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Modern approach to golf course management
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Ability to carry out and understand all greenkeeping practices
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In-House renovation experience
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Experience in a turf management managerial position
Personal Qualities:
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Dedicated, self-motivated team player
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Professional high standards
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Excellent attention to detail
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Enthusiastic and dynamic
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Ability to react positively and productively in challenging situations
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Prepared to work a flexible working pattern to fulfil the needs of the business
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Looking to continually progress their knowledge and understanding
Desired Attributes:
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Links experience
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Irrigation set up, repair and installation experience
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Tournament experience
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Construction and contractor experience
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A good understanding of the game of golf
How to apply
Please send applications including a covering letter to [email protected].
Applications close Friday the 28th of August.
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