Get Golfing CIO
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CourseManager
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“Course Manager at Get Golfing CIO. Skills: Course management, Team leadership, Budget management. Lead daily maintenance. Develop agronomic programmes”
What You'll Achieve.
Deliver exceptional playing experience
Industry & Context.
Problem-solving ability
Full UK driving licence
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Proven experience in senior greenkeeping, Experience managing teams, PA1, PA2, and PA6 spraying certificates, Sound understanding of health and safety legislation, Full UK driving licence
Nice to Have
NVQ Level 3 or higher, Experience working within multi-site golf operations, Knowledge of irrigation systems, First Aid qualification, Experience preparing departmental budgets
What You'll Do.
Lead daily maintenance
Develop agronomic programmes
Implement agronomic programmes
Ensure year-round course conditioning
Monitor weather conditions
Adjust maintenance schedules
Manage bunker maintenance
Manage drainage systems
Manage course furniture
Recruit greenkeeping team
Manage greenkeeping team
Motivate greenkeeping team
Develop greenkeeping team
Conduct regular training
Conduct performance reviews
Promote positive working culture
Promote inclusive working culture
Promote safety-focused working culture
Oversee machinery servicing
Oversee machinery maintenance
Oversee machinery replacement planning
Manage departmental budgets
Liaise with suppliers
Liaise with contractors
Maintain accurate records
Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation
Ensure compliance with environmental regulations
Maintain COSHH records
Maintain risk assessments
Maintain safe systems of work
Promote sustainable course management practices
Promote environmentally responsible course management practices
Ensure team members trained
Ensure team members certified
Work closely with General Manager
Work closely with Golf Operations team
Work closely with club committees
Communicate planned maintenance activities
Communicate course improvement projects
Support corporate functions
Contribute to club reputation
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
General Manager; Golf Operations team; Club committees; Greenkeeping team
Communication Scope
Organisational skills; Communication skills
Process & Methodology
Budget management, Resource planning
Full Job Description
**About the Role** Eastbourne Downs Golf Club is seeking an experienced, motivated, and forward-thinking Course Manager to lead the maintenance, presentation, and long-term development of the golf course and surrounding grounds. As part of the Get Golfing CIO group, this role combines high standards of course conditioning with a strong commitment to sustainability, community engagement, and team leadership. The successful candidate will oversee all aspects of course maintenance, machinery management, health and safety compliance, environmental stewardship, and staff development, ensuring the course consistently delivers an exceptional playing experience for members, guests, and visitors. **About Get Golfing CIO** Get Golfing CIO is a charity and social enterprise dedicated to preserving and improving golf clubs for the benefit of members, local communities, and future generations. The organisation operates multiple golf venues across the UK with a focus on accessibility, sustainability, inclusion, and long-term investment in golf facilities. **Requirements** **Course Management** * Lead the daily maintenance and presentation of the golf course, practice facilities, clubhouse grounds, and associated landscapes. * Develop and implement agronomic programmes including mowing, irrigation, aeration, top dressing, fertilisation, and pest/disease management. * Ensure year-round course conditioning aligns with the club’s standards and strategic objectives. * Monitor weather conditions and adjust maintenance schedules accordingly. * Manage bunker maintenance, drainage systems, pathways, and course furniture. **Team Leadership** * Recruit, manage, motivate, and develop the greenkeeping team. * Prepare staff rotas and allocate daily tasks efficiently. * Conduct regular training, appraisals, and performance reviews. * Promote a positive, inclusive, and safety-focused working culture. * **Machinery & Budget Management** * Oversee servicing, maintenance, and replacement planning f
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