Deputy Head Greenkeeper
Oakmere Park Golf Club - Nottinghamshire - Central England
Managerial - Greenkeeper
14 July 2025
Job Title: Deputy Head Greenkeeper
Location: Oakmere Golf Club Between Mansfield & Nottingham
Salary: Circa £35,000 (DOE)
Hours: Full-time, 40hrs/week + weekend rota
Join one of Nottinghamshire’s premier golf destinations. Oakmere Golf Club, home to three superb heathland-style courses—including two redesigned by world-renowned architects Mackenzie & Ebert—is seeking an experienced Deputy Head Greenkeeper to help maintain and elevate the club's exceptional standards.
About Oakmere:
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Previous host of the PGA Midland Open (5 years) and official County Course of Nottinghamshire
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Voted Golf Club of the Year 2022/23 (Central England Prestige Awards)
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Courses include the flagship Admirals, Commanders, and the Captains Par 3 (opened in 2022)
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Renowned for its free-draining, all-weather playability
Key Responsibilities:
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Support and deputise for the Head Greenkeeper in all course management operations
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Lead greenkeeping staff and manage rotas in the Head’s absence
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Maintain the golf courses to a high standard
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Help drive new projects with a strong attention to detail
Candidate Requirements:
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NVQ Level 2 or higher in Greenkeeping
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PA1, PA2, PA6a spraying certificates preferred but not essential
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Minimum 3 years’ greenkeeping experience
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Full UK driving licence
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Chainsaw licence preferred but not essential
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Strong knowledge of course set-up, maintenance & H&S compliance
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Basic understanding of the game of golf
You’ll Need To Be:
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A motivated and adaptable team player
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Punctual, dependable, and flexible with working hours (incl. weekends/bank holidays on rota)
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Eager to learn and grow professionally
We Offer:
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Training & development opportunities
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Full uniform & PPE
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28 days annual leave
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Company pension scheme
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BIGGA membership
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Staff discounts on food & beverages
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Playing rights on all golf courses
To Apply: Please email your CV and covering letter to Jamie Jarvis, Director of Golf & PGA Professional. [email protected]
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