JOB: Director of Golf / Head Professional – Cromer Golf Club

(Employment or Contract Arrangement Available)

Cromer Golf Club invites preliminary Expressions of Interest and Applications for the exciting and prestigious role of Director of Golf / Head Professional, reporting directly to the General Manager. Following an initial review of applications, shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview with the General Manager and representatives of the Board.

This rare opportunity has arisen for only the third time in 35 years, following the departure of our respected Golf Professional of 16 years, who is taking up a broader role at a major Sydney club.

About Cromer Golf Club

Cromer is a private members’ club located on Sydney’s Northern Beaches, known for its beautifully maintained, challenging golf course and outstanding practice facilities. The club recently completed a full renovation of its Craig Parry-designed short game area, including full sized chipping and putting green and bunker with practice nets. The club also offers a limited length driving range. A newly updated club house and wellness offering round out the club’s exceptional amenities.

With an active, engaged, and growing membership, Cromer has recently enjoyed strong success in representative golf, including:

• Our Women’s Division 3 Team winning the 2025 Pennant
• Our Men’s Division 1 Major Pennant Team reaching the semi-finals

Cromer is also renowned for its welcoming and inclusive culture, making it a sought-after club both competitively and socially.

About the Role

The successful candidate will play a key leadership role in shaping a new, innovative service model for the Pro Shop, coaching programs, retail operations, and golf services. This model will be developed in collaboration with the General Manager and Board and may include performance-based incentives aligned with service enhancements and financial performance.

We are looking for a candidate with a demonstrated personal commitment to:

• Upholding and promoting the Cromer brand through all member and community interactions
• Delivering a first-class, full-service teaching, retail, and golf operations program
• Leading, mentoring, and developing a small team of highly professional, passionate golf staff
• Promoting a strong coaching presence, including individual lessons, group clinics, junior, cadet programs and high-performance coaching
• Driving engagement with our growing female membership by developing tailored programs and initiatives
• Exciting and delighting members through enhanced service offerings and fresh, modern experiences
• Mentoring and supporting CGC’s representative teams
• Ensuring a seamless, high-quality customer experience across all golf operations
• Growing revenues from corporate, trade, and fitting days, as well as club-hosted tournaments, including the 2025 NSW Senior PGA Championship (Q3, 3-day event)
• Collaborating with the General Manager and Golf Course Superintendent to deliver an integrated, member-focused experience
• Maintaining the fleet of 22 electric golf carts and manage club storage

Final Applicants Will Be Asked to Submit:

• A proposal outlining how the role will be approached (employment or contract model) and whether any services will be outsourced to enhance service quality and financial outcomes
• Proposed incentives or performance-based arrangements
• A preferred 7-day operational service model for the Pro Shop, coaching, and golf operations
• Details of personal experience, expertise, and qualities that make you the ideal candidate
• Any other relevant information or innovative ideas to elevate the Cromer experience

Club Overview – Key Statistics (2024)

• Total Members: 1,248
• Playing Members: 1,041
• Full Playing Members: 678
• Competition Rounds: 41,861
• Non-Competition Rounds: 12,976
• Club-wide software: Mi Club time sheet and comp software integrated with Northstar ensuring consistent reporting across all areas

Contact: Melissa Ellis General Manager, Cromer Golf Club Ph: 02 9982 3089

Email: gm@cromergolfclub.com.au