Description:

The Club:

West Byfleet Golf Club was founded in 1922, when Cuthbert Butchart’s original “Bleakdown” golf course (1906) was re-designed by J.F. Abercromby. Set in a gorgeous corridor of parkland, the course is home to a busy and popular private members’ club, which continues to thrive as a result of the relaxed ambience, commitment to customer service, and superb golf course conditioning.

The Role:

The position of Golf Operations Manager represents an interesting and varied role, offering the successful candidate an opportunity to gain broad operational experience at an established private members’ club and is ideal for an aspiring General Manager.  The successful candidate will have responsibility for all golf at the club, will support the General Manager in the day-to-day operation of the Club and will deputise in his absence.  Training and mentoring will be provided to enable the successful candidate to develop the skills required to progress in their career to a General Manager role, including investment in ongoing professional development.

Key Responsibilities:

- To manage & co-ordinate all golf, including competitions, matches, handicaps & visiting societies.
- To manage all diary and tee sheet administration, including social & member functions, and liaison with all club Heads of Department.
- To assist the General Manager in the day-to-day operation of the golf club and delivering the Club’s future operational, financial & strategic objectives.
- To undertake certain aspects of the Club’s Health & Safety & safeguarding obligations.
- To attend, record and contribute to regular Captain’s Committee and Golf Group meetings and resultant workflows.
- To undertake general administration duties as required, as part of a small, professional team in a busy office environment.

Key Required Skills:

- A confident, positive and proactive personality with the ability to work under pressure, practice good time management skills, and multi-task. A sense of humour is essential!
- A strong understanding of golf, including the traditions of a private members’ club and an excellent understanding of competitions & the World Handicapping System.
- Familiarity with, or the ability to quickly master, golf club software packages – primarily intelligentgolf & Outlook 365.

This is a permanent, full-time position offering a competitive salary and benefits including pension contributions and a share of a staff gratuities fund. There could also be significant opportunities for career enhancement for the successful candidate, depending on experience and performance.

To apply:

Please send an up-to-date CV & covering letter, detailing your suitability for the role and salary expectations, to Kevin Mullen via secretary@wbgc.co.uk. All applications will be held in the strictest confidence. The closing date for applications is 30th April 2025