Job Description

Scarcroft golf Club Greenkeeper/Service engineer

Scarcroft Golf Club has a beautiful, gently undulating 18-hole course set in magnificent parkland that's within easy reach of Leeds, Harrogate and York.

We're a friendly club and offer superb social facilities. Our staff are focused on the provision of excellence, and we provide the warmest of welcomes to everybody who comes to play.

The Club has also spent significant sums on an up-to-date complete irrigation system and on drainage over the last 15 years, we have a continual investment plan for machinery, woodland management and bunker renovation projects, to further enhance the course. The successful candidate will be responsible for the day to day running of the workshop and will also assist with golf course maintenance duties.

Key Responsibilities

Regular maintenance and repair of golf machines (mowers, tractors, utility vehicles, aerators, top dressers, etc.) Diagnosing faults and effectively solving problems on motor, electrical and hydraulic systems, consult with contracted supplier and field supervisor Replacement of oil, filters, knives, belts and other consumable parts consultation with the supplier and supervisor Sharpening and adjustment of rotary and cylinder mowers (training available) Keeping records of the maintenance and services of each machine A comprehensive understanding of Health and Safety and related procedures. Ability to work independently and solve technical problems A keen eye for detail and the ability to consistently produce work of a high standard. Have a flexible approach to work and be self-motivated. Adherence to all safety measures and work procedures Maintenance of the workshop, tools and equipment in orderly and correct condition

Minimum Qualifications

Secondary vocational education - preferably technical or mechanical

Job-Specific Experience

Work experience in maintenance of motor machines (experience with golf machines is an advantage) Knowledge of working with two-stroke and four-stroke engines, as well as basic electrical and hydraulics Experience of operating welding equipment. Be able to complete a wide range of greenkeeping duties as required, (training will be given).

Person Specification

Basic computer skills (for keeping service records is an advantage) driver's license (preferred)

Benefits

Privert medical fund

Pension contribution

Discounted meals

Uniform and PPE provided.

Mobile phone allowance

Golf membership

Full work base qualification distance learning

Company pension.

Death in service insurance

Bigga Membership

Staff uniform and PPE

Extra holiday for time served

Birthday holiday

Based on a 40h working week.

Summer 40-hour week

Winter 35-hour week

Plus, weekends 3.5h, 1 in 3 Summer, Dropping to 1 in 6 Winter

Salary negotiable depending on experience.

Please apply to, Matt

Houseman, Head Green Keeper for more information, greens@scarcroftgolfclub.co.uk

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person