Deputy Head Greenkeeper

Royal North Devon Golf Club at Westward Ho! is looking for an ambitious, knowledgeable and highly motivated Deputy Head Greenkeeper to help shape the future of England’s oldest golf course.

Founded in 1864, Royal North Devon is recognised as the oldest golf course in England, with a historic championship links shaped by its remarkable coastal environment.

Working directly alongside the Course Manager, you will combine strong practical greenkeeping skills with effective leadership and sound technical knowledge, taking ownership of daily operations, contributing to agronomic decisions and getting involved in the long-term development of the links.

• Plan, coordinate and supervise daily maintenance to consistently high standards of presentation and playing quality
• Lead, motivate and develop the greenkeeping team through a hands‑on approach
• Develop and implement agronomic programmes, including nutrition, irrigation, aeration, over seeding and disease management
• Plan, supervise and deliver construction, renovation and course improvement projects
• Promote a strong culture of workplace safety
• Oversee the safe operation and maintenance of the machinery fleet
• Assist with forward planning, staff deployment and seasonal programmes
• Deputise for the Course Manager when required

• Proven experience in a senior greenkeeping or supervisory position, or the ability and ambition to progress into one

• Location:
  
  Westward Ho!, North Devon
• Contract:
  
  Full-time, permanent
• Closing date: 24 November 2026