JOB: Course Superintendent – South Lakes Golf Club (SA)

POSTED ON February 24, 2022 @ 5:52 pm

The Club

Located in the middle of the Goolwa township, a scenic 1-hour drive south of Adelaide, the South Lakes Golf Club is one of South Australia’s premier regional golf clubs.

Established in 1967, the 18-hole golf course includes 30 bunkers and presents well-manicured Poa Annua/Bent greens and Santa Anna Couch fairways to its membership base and visitors each year. There are approximately 42,000 rounds played per annum.

The modern Clubhouse offers uninterrupted views of the golf course and stunning surrounding landscape, making the venue a top destination in the area for weddings, family dinners, and other special events. Other facilities include a commercial kitchen (outsourced), a fully stocked bar, 19 gaming machines, two office areas, male and female toilets, and changing rooms. The Clubhouse, including the bar, is open Monday to Saturday.

With over 520 active golfing members and 60 social members, the course is busy throughout the week with member, social and green fee players. The Club has a strong culture of community, equity, and inclusion operating within our core values of Service, Enjoyment, Respect, and Tradition with Innovation.

The role

Reporting to the Club Manager (and Ex Officio on Greens Committee), the Superintendent is responsible for the management of all golf course maintenance related activities.

The role is ideal for a “hands on” energetic person that is looking to build a successful career in the turf industry. They must be a great communicator and someone willing to work in a small team and grow alongside those around them.

The Maintenance team is currently made up of the Course Superintendent, a 2IC, and 2 ground staff, and the Club has a strong asset management plan in place to manage the full list of Toro Equipment.

Plans are being developed for a full rebuild off the Greenkeepers Complex in coming years, and a green replacement program is currently in place under the course Master Plan developed and designed by Neil Crafter.

After 14 years of service, Don is planning to retire this year and the Club is now seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Course Superintendent to manage the following:

Implementation of all major turf projects for the facility according to Course Architect’s design.
Development of an annual work program for all outdoor staff that incorporates both further development and continued maintenance.
Supervision of all outdoor staff.
Operation and maintenance of all turf equipment.
Work Health and Safety management in outdoor areas and instructs operators in the safe and efficient operation of all equipment associated with turf maintenance
Purchasing within the limits imposed by the club policy and the definition of the budget.
Ensuring that all administrative systems are complied with by the staff under the employee’s direction
Planning, scheduling, and supervision of all aspects of turf maintenance
Operation and maintenance of pumps, irrigation equipment and drainage systems
Chemical and fertiliser applications and undertakes the appropriate training of operators in this field

Key attributes

The ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
Committed to providing exceptional member service across all channels.
Excellent attention to detail and written skills.
Ability to apply knowledge in a practical, commercial manner.
Willingness to assist and support other team members as required.
Accomplish objectives effectively within time frame given and carry out duties within portfolio in an efficient and timely manner.

Qualifications

Certificate 3 or Diploma in Horticulture – Sports Turf Management
Chemical Spraying certificate or licence
Current Open Drivers Licence

Experience

Experience in turf management in a senior position is essential.
Knowledge in the maintenance and scheduling of an irrigation system.
Proven ability to provide strong leadership to the team.
Sound knowledge of pest and disease management.
Identification and reporting of areas for improvement.
Experience in bent greens.
Construction experience would be ideal.

Working Hours

This is a full-time position. The Course Superintendent must be available to work on a rotational roster which may include some Saturdays as well be flexible to work within the needs of the business.

Remuneration

An attractive salary package will be negotiated with additional incentives to encourage continual facility improvement, sustainability, and longevity of tenure.

How to apply

Please forward your application including Cover Letter and CV to Recruitment Consultant Mike Orloff from Golf Industry Central via the tab below.

For more information on South Lakes Golf Club, please visit their website.

Applications will strictly close on 20 March 2022

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*Sorry no phone calls will be taken at this time and all applicants must have a right to work in Australia. All applicants will be notified of their status by 23 March 2022.

**South Lakes Golf Club adheres to current South Australian state government guidelines when it comes to the vaccination status of its members, guests, and employees.