Qualified Greenkeeper
Chigwell Golf Club - South East
Greenkeeper
7 June 2026
Job Summary
Chigwell Golf Club, an 18-hole private members Club founded in 1925, is currently seeking to recruit a highly motivated and enthusiastic Greenkeeper to join our ambitious and friendly team. They will be responsible for all routine golf course maintenance tasks and additional tasks relevant to any course development projects undertaken by the business or as directed by the Course Manager. This is an excellent career opportunity for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assisting the Course Manager in ensuring the golf course is maintained to highest possible standards, within agreed budgets.
- Assist the Course Manager to carry out appropriate maintenance and treatment of grasses and soils throughout the year.
- Identify and control pests, weeds and diseases.
- Assist and deliver construction projects in accordance with instruction from the CM.
- Supervise, monitor and report on any works undertaken by third party contractors.
- Attend meetings and relevant training courses when required.
- Trained and very proficient in operating and maintaining heavy and light machinery.
- Excellent understanding of Health and Safety legislation.
- Maintain an excellent understanding of the course irrigation system.
- Undertaking other appropriate duties as required by the Course Manager and the company.
- Inspect the course, diagnose and take any remedial action required.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Ideally qualified to NVQ Level Two.
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Certificates PA1, PA2 and PA6M, desirable.
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Chainsaw cross cutting and maintenance, desirable.
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At least 2 years appropriate Greenkeeping experience.
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The ability to use your own initiative when working alone.
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Exemplary communication and time management skills.
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Trustworthy, reliable, enthusiastic and a ‘can do’ attitude.
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Hold a desire to continue your own professional development through appropriate training.
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Hold a valid UK driving licence.
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Up to date with modern advances in greenkeeping, by being a member of BIGGA.
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Construction and design skills.
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A sound understanding of the game of golf.
Key Details
Job Type: Full time, permanent
Salary: Competitive based on qualifications and experience. In line with BIGGA recommendations
Location: Chigwell, Essex, IG7 5BH
Contact: Jeff Foulger, Course Manager
Email: [email protected]
Tel: 020 8500 2059
Closing date for applications, Sunday 14th June 2026
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