About

With a philosophy to create an environment in harmony with the broader landscape, The Eastern Golf Club commissioned Greg Norman Golf Course Design (GNGCD) to design the 27-hole championship standard course plus Shark Waters – a Par-3 nine-hole course.

The Eastern Golf Club’s 27-hole, championship standard, course has been designed with quality and playability in mind.

Receiving outstanding reviews from members and guests, the highly playable, member-friendly design complements the existing topography whilst ensuring the spectacular natural features of the stunning setting and dramatic views of the surrounding Christmas Hills and Dividing Ranges are maximised to enrich the playing experience.

This opportunity

Applicants must meet all criteria described in the below requirements and be able to display an excellent work ethic and demonstrate a keen interest and commitment to further developing a career in the Turf Industry at The Eastern Golf Club.

The position is perfect for an individual who thrives in a professional environment that is focused on developing a positive culture across the whole organisation and will enjoy delivering the highest standards across all areas of the golf course and its management operations.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the General Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Implementing a high standard of maintenance to ensure the best presentation of The Eastern Golf Course and its immediate environment.
• Be an important and engaged member of the management team.
• Providing leadership and direction in on-course developments and improvements
• Ensuring a safe environment for golfers and staff.
• Active contribution to the development and execution of a Course Maintenance Plan and the associated budgeted work program.
• Developing course maintenance staff to a high skill level and employ those skills in their day-to-day activity to continually improve productivity and efficient work practices.
• Ensuring effective management of internal and external resources to deliver course maintenance programs.

To be successful, you will have:

• A team focus, with strong leadership, training, and staff management skills that align with the Club’s cultural values of integrity, friendliness, and excellence.
• Over 3 years experience as an Assistant Superintendent or currently holding the position of Superintendent at a golf course,
• Experience and passion for presenting top-class golf course playing conditions,
• Exceptional communication skills,
• Experience with the preparation and management of budgets,
• Have exceptional organizational skills with clear focus on quality and service standards.
• Be confident in all areas of WH&S, staff rostering, and other duties related to daily and weekly golf course maintenance.
• Have a full understanding of all current golf course machinery operations and experience in managing preventative maintenance programs.
• Have experience in irrigation and maintenance issues.
• Relevant Sports Turf Management or Horticultural Trade or equivalent qualifications.
• Accreditation in Chemical Applications & Safe Handling
• Current Driver’s License.

How to apply:

Applications can be made to John Sloan via the tab below.

Please attach your resume, together with a cover letter outlining why you would be the perfect fit for The Eastern Golf Club.

An attractive remuneration package will be offered to the successful applicant including a fully serviced motor vehicle.

Applications close on Friday the 24th of May, 2024 at 5.00 pm.

The Eastern Golf Club is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.