About Us
The Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa is an AA 5-star, award-winning resort based in St Andrews which prides itself on the highest levels of guest care.
We are an independently owned resort, forming part of Kohler Company, a leading global hospitality provider. To find out more about Kohler Co. please visit www.kohler.com
Why Join Our Team?
With a reputation as an employer of choice, we are committed to ensuring our associates are our number one priority. St Andrews is the home of golf, and we are the home of great guest service. People are our passion, and we believe each associate plays a vital role in providing memorable memories to our guests.
We are a forward-thinking employer committed to the Hoteliers Charter and developing our people, which is why we employ based on personality. We believe all skills can be taught! Throughout your career with us, you’ll have access to a wide range of different training opportunities providing routes to progress from within, allowing you to reach your full potential whilst supported by our committed leadership team.
We love celebrating our associate’s success and do so through our employee reward recognition schemes which encompass our ‘HOME’ ethos including Associate of the Month.
Whilst working for one of the most iconic hotels in Scotland, you will be rewarded with a competitive salary, company pension scheme, free onsite car parking, meals whilst on duty, 24/7 access to employee assistance line (EAP) and FREE fitness access.
Our benefits don’t end there, in your spare time, we also offer free access to The Duke’s golf course and superb discounts in our restaurants and spa. Giving you the opportunity to enjoy the many luxuries Old Course Hotel has to offer and experience the 5* service for yourself.
When you are not on duty at the Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa, you have access to request to stay overnight at a discounted rate, where available.
A career at Old Course Hotel, what’s not to love?
*All benefits subject to availability
About the Role
Our Dukes Golf Course plays host to an outstanding 5* Championship Golf Course, situated on the edge of St Andrews. The club has an excellent reputation with a range of facilities on offer to its members and guests. We have a new opportunity for an Assistant Greenkeeper to join our team to support with the maintenance and development of the golf course, its facilities and surrounding estate.
Duties and Responsibilities
Maintain the course, practice facilities and surrounding estate to the highest standards.
Carrying out daily and weekly work programs set by the Head Green Keeper.
Follow all safe working practices implemented by our senior team members ensuring the safety of all golfers, staff and contractors
Ensure personal protective equipment and uniforms are maintained to the standard required
Support and promote all environmental policies and recycling of materials in accordance with the maintenance of standards defined in the Environmental Excellence Award.
Regularly assess play and traffic areas on the course; pedestrian and vehicle access routes and reporting any areas of concern.
Coach less experienced colleagues and actively participate in daily operations meetings
About you
We’re looking for an enthusiastic individual who is committed to a career in turf management to join our team. You will hold an SVQ Level 3 in Greenkeeping (minimum qualification) and ideally have your PA1, PA2 and PA6 spraying certificates.
Salary
This is a permanent contract working 40 hours per flex across a flexible shift pattern. This role will include an element of weekend work, on rotation and unsociable hours. A competitive salary of £29,243.76 is offered along with a vast range of associate benefits.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £29,243.76 per year
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free or subsidised travel
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Schedule:
Work Location: In person
