Description:

The Job:

The Addington Golf Club, located outside of Croydon in South London, is seeking a highly skilled, independent, and detail-obsessed Head Mechanic to lead the equipment maintenance operations for the club. This position offers a rare opportunity to assist in the design of a new mechanics workshop and rebuild the operation for the ground up with the full backing and support of club leadership.

We are looking for someone who takes extreme pride in their work, is fiercely proactive, and can own the equipment operation with minimal oversight. You’ll have access to a top-tier fleet (new, with significant investment), the authority to shape the shop layout and tool selection, and the trust to maintain world-class equipment standards.

Club Highlights:

- A primarily Toro fleet of equipment
- Currently a team of 14-16 with plans to grow expand further
- New rainbird irrigation system
- Golf course grasses include Fescue/ Rye shortgrass, Poa greens
- Ranked at 37th England top 100 golf courses, 88th GB&!

Job Purpose:

- Lead all aspects of the equipment maintenance operation including diagnostics, repairs, preventive maintenance, and record keeping
- Establish and implement efficient systems and processes for equipment tracking, parts inventory, and tool management
- Perform thorough evaluations on current fleet and ensure readiness of new incoming equipment
- Maintain the highest standards for cutting units and ensure all reels are dialled in consistently
- Troubleshoot and repair a variety of equipment including diesel/petrol engines, hydraulics, and electronics
- Order and manage parts, supplies, and tools with autonomy
- Work closely with the Golf Course Manager while maintaining autonomy in all maintenance-related operations

Candidate Traits:

- High mechanical aptitude across a range of modern turf equipment
- Obsessive about quality and reliability of equipment
- Extremely self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently
- Ability to think creatively and improvise—especially in remote or unpredictable settings
- High tolerance for autonomy—this position is ideal for someone who thrives without micromanagement

Preferred Qualifications:

- Minimum 5+ years of experience as a golf course technician or equipment manager 
- High school diploma or equivalent 
- Strong understanding of reel grinding, hydraulic systems, and general engine repair

Salary: Highly competitive salary & benefits

Full Time Contract: 40 hours a week 

To Apply: Please submit a CV together with a covering letter to Jonathan Taylor, Golf Course Manager: jonathan@addingtongolf.com 

The Addington Golf Club, 205 Shirley Church Road, London CR0 5AB