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Head Greenkeeper – Selby Golf Club

Selby Golf Club is seeking an experienced and motivated Head Greenkeeper to lead our Greenkeeping Team and support the continued development of our highly regarded championship course

About Selby Golf Club

Selby Golf Club is a beautiful, par-71 championship course built on sand-based, well-drained land, offering excellent playability all year round. The club provides a full range of superb facilities, including a fully equipped practice area featuring TopTracer technology, an extensive putting green, and a newly developed academy course.

In recent years, the club has hosted the England Golf – English Ladies County Finals. Significant course improvements, most notably the full remodelling of all bunkers, have further enhanced the playing experience. Selby Golf Club has also been recognised as one of the Top 100 Courses for Under £70.

Key Duties:

- The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the knowledge and capability to deliver the following:
- Produce maintenance and improvement plans that meet the long-term direction and needs of the club
- Work to annual budgets aligned with the agreed maintenance and improvement programme
- Organise, implement, and participate in planned maintenance and development work
- Make necessary purchases of supplies and materials within the approved budget
- Maintain a close working relationship with the General Manager, Greens Chair, and Board of Directors
- Communicate effectively with members to build understanding of course management decisions
- Manage, motivate, and develop the greenkeeping team, including effective delegation and monitoring
- Manage the staff rota, including weekend working
- Undertake basic machinery maintenance and repair, and organise servicing of course machinery and equipment, maintaining accurate records
- Demonstrate strong knowledge of safe operating methods for equipment and tools used in course maintenance
- Possess sound knowledge of turf diseases, weeds, pests, and control methods
- Keep updated with advances in turf care materials, machinery, and greenkeeping techniques
- Work at all times within Health & Safety guidelines, including COSHH, Risk Assessments, and SOPs, ensuring the safety of staff, members, visitors, and contractors

The Ideal Candidate:

- Previous experience as a Head Greenkeeper
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Greenkeeping & Sports Turf Management
- PA1, PA2, and PA6 spraying certificates
- Current First Aid certification
- Chainsaw certification
- Full, clean driving licence
- Strong working knowledge of golf course operations and a thorough understanding of the game of golf
- Experience in budget management and cost control, with the ability to meet financial objectives
- Excellent communication and organisational skills

Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications, following BIGGA guidelines.

How to Apply:

Please send your letter of application to the General Manager by email: manager@selbygolfclub.co.uk

Closing Date: Friday 19th December 2025