About

Founded in 1907 the Warragul Country Club has a rich tradition and history and has played a significant role in the local community for more than a century. The Club enjoys a unique brand as a premier golf and entertainment venue in Regional Victoria and the local community.  A high-activation venue, the Club has over 5000 Social Members with approximately 750 additional Golf Members.

The Club boasts a challenging 18-hole golf course, complemented by a state-of-the-art short game facility and indoor Trackman that both provide outstanding training and coaching resources for Members and guests. Located in Warragul, Gippsland, the club is just 100km from the Melbourne CBD.

Each year the Club hosts a successful PGA Pro-Am, PGA Gippsland Super Six, several district events and has an extensive golf programme for its Members.

About the role

The Director of Golf will be responsible for all Golf operations and will work closely with the Golf Course Superintendent, Management and the Golf Committees. The role reports directly to the CEO.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Competition management
• Growing golf membership and sponsorship and retention of same, consistent with the Golf Australia, Warragul Country Club and Golf West Gippsland strategic plans.
• Lead the programs & policies to grow non-member golf participation
• Pro shop operations (retail and merchandising, overall profitability, including the management of pro shop staff)
• Driving outstanding customer service by leading our Loyalty Zone training program
• Lead, coach & develop the Pro Shop team
• Member storage services
• Golf Course yield maximisation
• Development of training programs for all levels and types of golfers
• Provide a high level of support and direction to the Golf Committees

The Director of Golf will have responsibility for developing golf shop and golf operational policies and procedures, ensuring they remain effective and relevant, comply with workplace health and safety compliance and support/enhance the overall golf objectives of the Club.

The successful candidate will:

• Leading the Club’s development and implementation of strategies to develop and grow golf and membership.
• High level of business professionalism
• Provide high level support to Golf Committee(s) and act as Secretary to the Golf Committee(s).
• Experience with MiClub software is desirable.
• Experience in management of a high-volume retail Pro Shop
• Event management & delivery experience
• Accredited PGA professional or other managerial experience in a similar role.

You will ideally have a track record for successfully managing all aspects of golf operations and be able to do so in a manner consistent with the expectations of Members and in accordance with the purpose, values, strategic plans and policies of the Warragul Country Club. You will have strong administration and computer skills necessary to compile reports and operate new and existing systems.

It is preferred applicants possess the following accreditations, or are willing to acquire these early into the start date:

• Responsible Service of Alcohol
• Working with Vulnerable people
• First Aid level 2

This position will require regular weekend and public holiday work.

The successful candidate will be offered a remuneration package commensurate with your experience and the importance and profile of this role.

If you feel you possess the relevant skills and experience and you want to be a part of our team, please submit your application including a resume and cover letter outlining how you meet the role requirements to careers@warragulcountryclub.com.au.