Job Description

Job Ref: MAC1120
Branch: The Machrie
Location: The Machrie, Isle Of Islay
Salary/Benefits: From \xc2\xa310.90 per hour depending on experience, share of guest gratuities and Team Recognition seasonal Incentive
Contract type: Temporary/Seasonal
Hours: Full Time
Hours per week: 40
Posted date: 28/11/2023
Closing date: 16/01/2024
Scotland\xe2\x80\x99s Best Golf Hotel (47 rooms) 2022 and 2023 The Machrie Hotel, Isle of Islay, Scotland GREEN KEEPER We are located on the beautiful Scottish island of Islay on the west coast of Scotland. This position would suit someone who loves the country, wildlife, golf and the outdoors. We have 47 bedrooms (different styles), 4 self-contained lodges and a split-level suite with 2 bedrooms. We also have 18 dog friendly rooms.
An outstanding opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic person to work at this historic links course as a full-time Greenkeeper. The Machrie Hotel Golf Links, set on the Isle of Islay, Scotland, is a historic and highly rated Links course, offering the successful candidate a superb opportunity to work within an exciting hotel and golf resort environment. http://themachrielinks.com/ The facility also boasts a state-of-the-art driving range and superb short game area, all of which is set in one of the most beautiful locations in the golf world, never mind being set on a magical Whisky and nature island http://www.islayinfo.com/.
The Championship Course Maintenance Internship
At the end of the internship the participants will have a full understanding of the impact the golf course maintenance operation can have on guest\xe2\x80\x99s experience and be fully competent in the following areas: What will I learn? General Course Maintenance

• Chemicals used and how to apply correctly.
• Common grass diseases.
• Grass types on the links.
• General Health Safety in the workplace.
• Carrying out risk assessments.
• Pre planning of work day, ensuring all resources necessary are in place for work planned; job roles have been allocated to staff members, adequate staffing levels on the day.
• Sustainability on the links.
• Irrigation system and correct water usage

for the plant.

• Bunker maintenance.
• Machinery maintenance practices.
• Budget process and presentation.

Daily Course Set Up

• Mowing practises and grass heights

for tee, fairway, semi-rough, approaches
and greens.

• Green speeds and how this can impact

pace of play and enjoyment of golfers.

• Bunker presentation.
• How to approach course maintenance

practices around golfers playing.

• Correct usage of machinery required to

present the course in the correct manner.

• Understand the reasons behind different

tee and hole positions and how this can
add or detract to the customer experience
in different weather conditions.

• The importance of correct attention to

detail in the presentation of the links.
And so much more\xe2\x80\xa6

At The Machrie we realise that a successful internship programme is about so much more than just work and learning. Exciting out of hours activities will be planned and available for interns, such as:

• Whisky Tour
• Beach BBQ
• Golf Trip
• Kayaking
• Hiking
• Boat trip to visit one of the world\xe2\x80\x99s

largest whirlpools!
Onsite shared accommodation is provided to give the interns the opportunity to meet each other, making friendships and memories that will last long after their time at The Machrie has finished as
well as enjoying Islay life.
Term:
Up to six months
(minimum internship period is three months) Attractive pay rates On site accommodation provided Dates available: April to October 2024 Closing dates for applications:
12.00pm 15th January 2024 Travelling to Islay Islay is easy to get to with a direct Citylink bus from Buchanan Street, Glasgow to the ferry terminal at Kennacraig or two daily 30 min flights from Glasgow.
The Machrie With panoramic views across the golf links to the idyllic 7 miles of silver sands at Laggan Bay the hotel only opened late 2018 but already has been recognised as "Scottish Hotel of the Year 2020" and our historic golf links today is ranked in the top 20 courses in Scotland. Hotel facilities include our iconic Restaurant 18 and Stag Lounge with panoramic views across the golf links out to the west and also benefits from the spectacular evening sunsets. The Kildalton room can be used for meetings, small private dinners and weddings, our courtyard is great for summer barbecues and the Snug for private whisky tastings. There is also a small screening room (cinema) for 35 people and small Spa with a gym, sauna and two treatment rooms. Our golf facilities include the renowned 18 hole Machrie Links, founded in 1891 it is now ranked in the top 20 courses in Scotland and the Islay Golf Club still operates from The Machrie today. Complimenting the links is our 6 hole, par 3 Wee Course, driving range and teaching studio.
We know island life is not for everyone, but if you do not need the bright lights to be entertained, and instead can equally enjoy a simpler life appreciating nature and the outdoors, then why not get in touch?
The Machrie also has 2 sister properties: The Pierhouse Hotel Seafood Restaurant, Port Appin (near Oban). 2 AA Rosette The Three Chimneys, Dunvegan, Skye. 3 AA Rosette