Senior Greenkeeper

Senior Greenkeeper | Another Place - The Machrie |Golf and Greens

Wildcoastlines, big skies and a close-knit island community set the rhythm of dailylife on Islay. The roll of waves, breeze-blown dune grasses, and call ofseabirds make up a rich island soundtrack. It’s a haven for people who live andbreathe the outdoors. Exhilarating and revitalising, vibrant and relaxed - thewonder of the wilds here is limitless.

Set within this captivating landscape lies Another Place – The Machrie.

Originating from the Gaelic term ‘machair’, meaning ‘the linking stretch ofland that joins the grassy dunes with the shoreline’, The Machrie offerselevated comforts and unforgettable experiences.

On almostevery hole, a well-placed tee shot offers a clear view of the green and flag.

Miss the ideal line, however, and the challenge quickly increases, calling forcare and creativity…

Set on idylliclinks terrain, featuring unique dunelands bordering on the magnificent Laggan Bay,our Championship Links Golf Course offers four sets of tees, is suitable for all handicaps, and offers generous fairways.

An original Willie Campbell design dating back to 1891 and redesigned in 2018 by David J. Russellto modern championship standards, our iconic course stretches over 7000 yardsfrom the back tees and is designed to be playable in all conditions.

The Machrie Islayoffers plenty of variety and tests every aspect of the golf game. It’s thisbalance of precision and nerve that keeps our members and guests engaged,tested, and eager to return for more.

As our Senior Greenkeeper at Another Place – The Machrie, you’ll play a crucial role in maintaining the quality and playability of our The Machrie Islay course.

You’ll work closely with the Course Manager, Head Greenkeeper and Greens Team, and will overseethe daily, weekly, and monthly supervision of the course, addressing any maintenanceconcerns and issues.

You’ll create an environment of enthusiasm, open communication, and respect forteam, guests, members, owners, and overall property wellbeing, and will be responsible for formulating landscaping plans, supporting membership seminars andorientations, and implementing Club rules, regulations, and policies for thegreens team and beyond.

• Overseeing(with the Head Greenkeeper) the care and maintenance of the turf,ornamental plants, shrubs, trees, natural areas, sand dunes, and waterareas on the facility grounds.
• Directing and assisting on the plantingof new vegetation, the replacement, spraying, pruning, and trimming of anytrees, shrubs, sand dunes.
• Preparing soil plant beds foraesthetically pleasing arrangements and tending to high stress areas.
• Supporting management of water usage andirrigation systems and provides monthly reporting on (if applicable) retaining ponds, wells and other water source usage.
• Working with the HR Team with recruitment, supervise the team and conduct employee reviews where necessary.
• Providing technical, operational andsafety training for employees.
• Overseeing subordinates in proper andsafe operation and maintenance of mechanical and power equipment. Supportplans and budgets for additional or replacement capital equipment.
• Supervising and participates in the application and recording of chemical applications (fertilizers andpesticides) on the Club's grounds in compliance with all local, National,and international regulations.
• Supervising and supports the control ofall maintenance expenses associated with Golf Course Maintenance Operations, including payroll, supplies, chemicals, and fertilizers.
• Maintaining records and completesrequired reporting. Order parts, supplies and equipment as needed.
• Working with Course Manager to schedulemaintenance practices around visitor, member play and outings to maximizeefficiency and minimize disruption to all players.
• Coordinating seasonal maintenance activities when necessary.
• Ensuring the whole department is fully compliant, covering but not limited to COSHH, LOLER, up-to-date HR policies, SOP’s, training/education plans, internal and external audits.

• 3-5 years’ experience as a Senior Greenkeeper or Deputy…