Golf - Greenkeeper

Role Overview

Golf Course Greenkeeper at Qiddiya Investment Company. The role maintains the impeccable condition of the golf course, ensuring it meets the highest standards of playability and aesthetics.

Role Purpose

Ensure the golf course remains in pristine condition across greens, fairways, roughs, bunkers, and other course areas through soil management, mowing, landscaping, and coordinated maintenance schedules. The Greenkeeper enhances the golfing experience by maintaining course standards that reflect the exclusivity and excellence of the club.

Key Responsibilities

Turf Management & Maintenance

• Maintain bunkers, sand traps, and other specialised course areas to ensure they meet playability standards.
• Repair and maintain cart paths and other course infrastructure.
• Assist with landscaping features, including trees and shrubs.

Equipment Management

• Ensure all maintenance equipment is in good working condition through regular inspections and servicing.
• Coordinate with the Mechanic for repairs and replacements of equipment as needed.

Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance

• Follow all health and safety protocols when handling chemicals, operating machinery, and working outdoors.
• Keep the golf course environment safe for players, visitors, and colleagues by removing hazards promptly.
• Support sustainable landscaping practices to conserve water and minimise environmental impact.

Qualifications & Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2–3 years of experience in a similar level of golf course maintenance or turf management, preferably in a luxury or high-end golf environment.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in operating turf maintenance machinery (mowers, tractors, sprayers).
• Basic knowledge of turfgrass species, pests, and turf diseases.
• Ability to apply fertilizers and pesticides safely, with knowledge of local regulations.
• Valid pesticide applicator certification is a plus.
• Physical stamina to perform manual tasks, including lifting, bending, and walking.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions for extended periods.

Additional Information

• Comprehensive benefits package.