Director of Golf Operations: Purposeful Golf

Overview

Purposeful Golf is an owner/operator of premium golf properties across Ontario.

We aim to carefully curate a portfolio of golf properties, each distinct in its purpose. By emphasizing quality over quantity, we aim to deliver memorable experiences, tailored to diverse needs, while leveraging scale to enhance, rather than dilute, the golfer's experience.

Purposeful Golf operates within a larger ecosystem built around thoughtful ownership and sustainable growth, led by Purposeful.

At Purposeful, we believe purpose is the start of everything good. A sense of purpose individually, and more importantly as a team, is what motivates people to do better, to deliver outstanding products and services, and to build something they can be proud of.

Our Purpose is to improve the lives of all our stakeholders through exceptional experiences for everyone.

We aim to generate stable long-term financial results for our investors without compromising on product quality, customer service, employee experience, or social responsibility.

Location

Tottenham, Ontario

Job Summary

The Director of Golf Operations leads and develops the golf operations department at our new addition in Tottenham, delivering a memorable, inclusive, and guest-focused experience while demonstrating Purposeful's core values in all aspects of leadership. This hands-on role oversees day-to-day operations, tournaments, leagues, and group events, while growing business through sales and retention. The role also provides oversight of golf leaders at other clubs, standardizing systems and processes, managing budgets, and collaborating across the organization to maximize value. While primarily based onsite in Tottenham, the role includes regular engagement at other clubs to ensure a cohesive, high-performing Golf Operations department.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the golf operations department at the newest course in Tottenham, creating a unique, inclusive, and fun guest experience.
• Ensure every guest feels welcomed and enjoys a level of service beyond the value of their green fee.
• Oversee smooth daily operations and the execution of tournaments, leagues, and group events.
• Grow tournament rounds, league participation, and outing business through sales and retention strategies.
• Provide leadership and guidance to golf leaders at other clubs, standardizing systems and processes to ensure consistent operations across the organization.
• Manage Golf Operations budgets, control costs, and collaborate with colleagues across Purposeful Golf to maximize value for all clubs.
• Partner with the Director of Business Development to deliver a cohesive, differentiated golf product.
• Spend most of your time in Tottenham, with regular visits (about one day per week) to other clubs to ensure a high-performing, integrated Golf Operations team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a golf operations leader with a track record of challenging the status quo to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• A hospitality-focused mindset with a strong commitment to consistency, culture, and team development.
• Excellent change management skills, with the ability to lead teams through growth, evolution, and process improvement.
• Leadership experience at both the club level and within multi-course operations.
• Ideally, a CPGA Class A Professional designation.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills to drive operational excellence and business growth.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: $100,000 - 120,000

Benefits

• Work in beautiful, natural setting
• Health & Dental plan after one month
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Participation in an RRSP matching program
• Professional development opportunities
• Participation in company phone plan
• Golf perks and multiple course access
• Excellent discounts in the Golf Shops company-wide
• Participation in Staff Meal Plan
• Invitation to join staff golfing events

Specialization & Start Date

PGA of Canada Specialization: Golf Operations
PGA of Canada Specialization: Management & Leadership
Start Date: 2026-03-13

Employment Duration

Full-time, Permanent

Contact Information

Please send resumes in confidence by February 20th, 2026 to:

Ryan Dewey -
cc: Katie Ham -