Deputy Course Manager

Deputy Course Manager - Tullamore Golf Club

Tullamore Golf Club is seeking a Deputy Course Manager who will work directly with the Golf Course Manager to maintain the club's golf course to the highest standards of quality and presentation. The role involves leading a dedicated greenkeeping team in day to day operations, planning long term budgets, and ensuring the club upholds its reputation for excellence.

Responsibilities

• Assist with overseeing daily operations of the golf course.
• Assist in planning and supervising the maintenance of greens, tees, fairways, roughs, bunkers.
• Assist in the programme, repair and maintenance of irrigation systems.
• Assist in the supervision and application of plant protection products and fertiliser.
• Assist with training and development of greenkeeping team.
• Assist with formulating and implementing annual course renovation projects.
• Assist with compiling annual budgets and forecasts.
• Assist in establishing, promoting and enforcing safety practices in accordance with company and legislative guidelines.
• Deputise for the Course Manager in his absence.
• Continue own educational development and remain knowledgeable of latest industry practices and trends.
• Maintain a good standard of record keeping as directed by the Golf Course Manager.
• Have a flexible approach to working hours which may include working unsociable hours and weekend work on a rota basis.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum five years' experience in golf course maintenance with time spent in a supervisory/leadership role.
• Level 6 FETAC turf management certificate or equivalent.
• PA1, PA2 and PA6 spraying certificates.
• Chainsaw certificate an advantage.
• Basic first aid, defibrillation training if possible.
• In depth knowledge of turf management practices, irrigation systems and course maintenance equipment.
• Energetic and diligent worker that can demonstrate high levels of attention to detail.
• Excellent management and communication skills including well developed IT skills.

Package

• Attractive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.