JOB: Assistant Course Superintendent – Pacific Harbour Golf and Country Club
Pacific Harbour Golf & Country Club is seeking an experienced and motivated professional to join our team as Assistant Course Superintendent.
Conveniently located in the Moreton Bay region between Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast, and surrounded by the pristine national parks and wildlife of Bribie Island, Pacific Harbour Golf & Country Club is recognised as one of Queensland’s premier golf course destinations.
This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate turf professional to take the next step in their career. The successful candidate will bring strong hands-on turf management experience combined with strategic planning ability, leadership capability, and a commitment to delivering exceptional course conditions. You will play a key role in the daily operation, long-term planning, and ongoing development of the golf course.
About the Role
Working closely with the Course Superintendent, the Assistant Course Superintendent will play an integral role in maintaining championship-standard playing surfaces and supporting the ongoing development of the course.
Key Responsibilities
Course Operations
- Plan, coordinate, and execute daily course maintenance activities and staff scheduling
- Assist in delivering consistently high presentation standards across all playing surfaces
- Support and implement course renovation and enhancement projects
- Ensure compliance with all WHS, environmental, and club policies
- Operate, monitor, and optimise irrigation systems to achieve optimal turf performance
- Assist in the management and maintenance of course machinery and assets
Leadership & Team Development
- Lead, mentor, and motivate the turf maintenance team
- Foster a professional, safety-focused, and positive working environment
- Communicate effectively with staff, management, contractors, and stakeholders
About You
We are seeking a proactive and motivated professional who thrives in a hands-on, fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering exceptional golf course conditions.
The successful candidate will possess:
- Certificate IV (or higher) in Sports Turf Management or equivalent
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in senior greenkeeping or turf management roles
- AQF3 Chemical Application Licence
- Experience operating and maintaining Toro machinery and satellite irrigation systems
- Experience using WHS management platforms such as Toolbox Team or similar
- Competency operating excavators and tracked machinery
- Strong technical knowledge of agronomy, irrigation systems, machinery management, and sustainable turf practices
- Proven leadership and team development skills
What We Offer
We aim to make the Assistant Course Superintendent role both professionally rewarding and lifestyle enhancing.
Club & Lifestyle Benefits
- Access to staff rewards programs including gym and golf course facilities
- Staff discounts across food, beverage, and club services
- Supportive, community-focused club culture
Professional Development
- Training and education opportunities aligned with Troon programs
- Leadership development support
- Opportunities to work with industry consultants, agronomists, and course architects
- Attendance at conferences and professional workshops encouraged
Stability & Work Environment
- A well-resourced club with a clear long-term strategic plan
- Multi-year capital investment program supporting course development
- A positive working environment with opportunities to grow and develop the team
Applications
Applications should include a cover letter and resume and be submitted via email to the Golf Course Superintendent at agronomy@phgcc.com.au
Applications close: 27 March 2026
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date.
