Golf Course Superintendent

Golf Course Superintendent Turtle Creek Club | Tequesta, Florida

Reports To: General Manager

The Golf Course Superintendent is responsible for the overall leadership, maintenance, conditioning, and environmental stewardship of the golf course and related grounds at the Turtle Creek Club in Tequesta, Florida. This role oversees daily golf course operations, long‑term agronomic planning, staff leadership, budget management, and capital improvement execution while delivering exceptional playing conditions year‑round.

The Superintendent works collaboratively with the General Manager, Golf Professional staff, Green Chairman, and the Greens & Grounds Committee to align course conditioning, maintenance standards, and long‑range priorities with the club’s strategic goals and member expectations.

• Direct and oversee all aspects of golf course maintenance including greens, tees, fairways, roughs, bunkers, irrigation systems, lakes, and landscaped areas
• Develop and execute a comprehensive agronomic plan tailored to South Florida conditions, including fertility, pest management, and seasonal transitions
• Ensure consistent playing conditions that balance turf health, playability, and presentation
• Monitor course conditions daily and adjust maintenance practices in response to weather patterns, usage, and seasonal demands

• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal environmental regulations, including water management and chemical application requirements
• Implement and maintain Best Management Practices (BMPs) for sustainability and responsible resource use
• Manage irrigation scheduling and water usage to support turf health while promoting conservation

• Recruit, train, schedule, and supervise all golf course maintenance personnel
• Foster a positive, safety‑focused, and team‑oriented culture
• Conduct performance evaluations and support ongoing staff development and professional certification
• Enforce safety protocols, OSHA standards, and proper equipment use

• Prepare, manage, and administer the annual golf course maintenance operating and capital budgets
• Track expenses, control costs, and identify efficiencies without compromising course conditions
• Participate in long‑range planning for capital projects including irrigation, drainage, bunkers, greens, and equipment replacement

• Oversee the maintenance, repair, and replacement of all golf course maintenance equipment and facilities
• Coordinate equipment purchasing, leasing, and preventative maintenance programmes
• Manage relationships with vendors, contractors, and consultants as needed

• Serve as the primary staff liaison to the Green Chairman and the Greens & Grounds Committee
• Provide professional insight, data, and recommendations regarding course conditions, agronomic practices, environmental stewardship, and capital priorities
• Attend committee meetings as requested to present updates, answer questions, and review short‑ and long‑term maintenance plans
• Partner with the Green Chairman and committee to align member expectations with agronomic best practices and operational realities
• Execute all approved maintenance plans and projects under the direction of the General Manager, consistent with club policies and governance structure

• Maintain open and effective communication with the General Manager regarding course conditions, priorities, and upcoming projects
• Support member communications, presentations, and committee materials as needed
• Work closely with the Golf Professional staff to coordinate course setup, tournaments, and special events

• Minimum 5–10 years of progressive experience in golf course maintenance; private club experience preferred
• Prior experience as a Golf Course Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent
• Degree in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, Horticulture, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Florida Pesticide Applicator License or ability to obtain within a defined timeframe
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