Description:

Colt Mackenzie McNair (CMM) is working closely with Royal Mid Surrey Golf Club in the search for an exceptional Course Manager. This pivotal role offers the chance to lead and elevate the quality and presentation of Royal Mid-Surrey’s historic golf courses.

The Opportunity:

Reporting directly to the General Manager and working closely with the Green Sub-Committee, the Course Manager will oversee the greenkeeping team, ensuring day-to-day operations are executed to the highest standards. You’ll be instrumental in elevating Royal Mid-Surrey’s reputation for excellence and be responsible for the maintenance, operation, and management of the Club’s golf courses and surrounding areas. This role covers the oversight of all course properties – including the golf courses, greenkeeping buildings, course equipment, open spaces, wooded areas, unused acreage, and other specified properties. A strong working relationship with the General Manager, commercial acumen, and a genuine passion for golf – with the ability to view the courses from a player’s perspective – are essential. You will be expected to drive major projects forward in a planned and considered manner, contribute to the long-term vision for the courses, and develop your team to achieve the highest standards.

Royal Mid-Surrey Golf Club Overview:

Royal Mid-Surrey Golf Club is a private members club that boasts two 18-hole  courses located within the historic area of Royal Parkland. The club boasts two courses, the JH Taylor course and the Pam Barton Course. The JH Taylor course – named after the five-time Open champion who designed both courses and acted as the club’s first professional – is famous for its ‘humps and hollows’ and provides excellent year-round putting surfaces due to its USGA standard greens. The Pam Barton course – named after the longstanding member who dominated the ladies’ amateur game in the 1930s – although shorter, rewards straight hitting and precise course management.

Key Responsibilities:

- Develop and implement a comprehensive course management plan.
- Maintain exceptional course presentation standards.
- Lead, manage, and develop the greenkeeping team to foster a strong team culture.
- Oversee the maintenance of course equipment and facilities.
- Manage the department’s financial performance, including budgeting and expenditure.
- Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and handle necessary administration.
- Communicate and build effective relationships with key stakeholders.
- Plan and deliver CAPEX projects on time and within budget.
- Develop a master plan for the courses’ future evolution including environmental management.

Candidate Competencies:

- Clear track record in a similar role with evidence of producing high-quality golf courses.
- Demonstrable experience in leading and growing a dynamic team.
- Ability to work within a private members environment.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
- Ability to communicate a vision.
- Strong financial acumen.
- Knowledge of golf with the ability to apply a golfer’s mindset.
- Exceptional planning and project management skills.

The closing date for applications is 28th March 2025

To apply please email an up-to-date CV and supporting letter highlighting relevant experience to https://coltmm.com/opportunities/course-manager-royal-mid-surrey-golf-club.

If you would like to speak to a consultant to discuss the role, please contact Adam Keable on akeable@coltmm.com.