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:
  • Previous host of the PGA Midland Open (5 years) and official County Course of Nottinghamshire
  • Voted Golf Club of the Year 2022/23 (Central England Prestige Awards)
  • Courses include the flagship Admirals, Commanders, and the Captains Par 3 (opened in 2022)
  • Renowned for its free-draining, all-weather playability
Key Responsibilities:
  • Support and deputise for the Head Greenkeeper in all course management operations
  • Lead greenkeeping staff and manage rotas in the Head’s absence
  • Maintain the golf courses to a high standard
  • Help drive new projects with a strong attention to detail
Candidate Requirements:
  • NVQ Level 2 or higher in Greenkeeping
  • PA1, PA2, PA6a spraying certificates preferred but not essential
  • Minimum 3 years’ greenkeeping experience
  • Full UK driving licence
  • Chainsaw licence preferred but not essential
  • Strong knowledge of course set-up, maintenance & H&S compliance
  • Basic understanding of the game of golf
You’ll Need To Be:
  • A motivated and adaptable team player
  • Punctual, dependable, and flexible with working hours (incl. weekends/bank holidays on rota)
  • Eager to learn and grow professionally
We Offer:
  • Training & development opportunities
  • Full uniform & PPE
  • 28 days annual leave
  • Company pension scheme
  • BIGGA membership
  • Staff discounts on food & beverages
  • 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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