Irrigation Technician
Main Purpose of job
To ensure the safe and efficient operation of the irrigation system.
Relationships:
Reports to:
Golf Courses Manager
Responsible for:
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1st Assistants
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Assistant Greenkeepers
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Trainees
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Casual/Seasonal Greenkeepers
Liaison with:
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Head Greenkeepers
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Landscape/Gardens staff
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Workshop staff
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Maintenance Engineer
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Golf Services
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Security
Main Duties:
Tasks vary on a daily basis as determined by irrigation needs, any problems reported and will include:
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Leak repairs
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System service/maintenance which will include: repairs, head-leveling, nozzle replacement, electrical testing and repairs to cabling/satellite boxes, rotor repairs/replacement
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System modifications and improvements, as discussed with the Head Greenkeepers and Golf Courses Manager
- Keeping a daily log/records of all work carried out
- To report all irregularities like droughted/wilted turf or plants, saturated/flooded areas
- To maintain up to date weather records
- Ordering of spares for stock, maintenance and modifications
- To supervise staff at weekends and at tournaments etc
- To apply chemicals as is necessary
- To undergo training and give training to other members of staff, as required
- To monitor and repair or assist in organizing repairs to lakes and associated infrastructure, as required
- To maintain lake levels through the siphon to ensure water available for irrigation
- To carry out the duties having regard for health and safety of yourself and others, in accordance with the current health and safety at work legislation and the company safety policy
- To monitor the pump house, lake 8 pumps and carry out routine maintenance as is needed
- The use and maintenance of hand tools, plant and machinery
- To keep your area of work and tool/equipment stores and staff facility in a clean and tidy condition
- To work and liaise with contractors during tournaments and on projects such as lake reconstruction/ maintenance
- Assist with golf course maintenance as and when required, including supervisory duties at weekends
Education, Qualifications and Experience Requirements:
A minimum of 3 years relevant experience and ideally, a recognized greenkeeping/turf management/irrigation qualification.
Key Competencies:
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
- Requires knowledge of all aspects of irrigation system, programming, maintenance and installation
- Accurate record keeping and reporting
- Ability to observe and report, faults and irregularities to the Head Greenkeepers and Golf Courses Manager
- Ability to carry out all duties/tasks required including the use of hand tools and machinery
- Observation skills, use of initiative and an attention to detail
- Ability to work in all weather
- Punctual and reliable
The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organization and the overall business objectives of the organization.
To apply, please email Graham Down at [email protected] with a covering letter and CV.
