Course Superintendent

The Leongatha Golf Club is rated as the premier Golf Course in the Gippsland region and is rated number 60 in Golf Australia’s Top 100 Public Access golf courses. We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated individual to lead our golf course maintenance team. 

The Golf Course Superintendent at Leongatha Golf Club will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of the golf course. 

This role requires an experienced individual who can lead a high-performing team, build strong relationships with stakeholders, and ensure the course is presented to exceed the expectations of club members and visitors. The successful candidate will report directly to the General Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of golf course development and maintenance, including turf management, irrigation systems, pest control, fertilisation programs, and equipment maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations concerning golf course operations.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive agronomic plan to ensure optimal playing conditions throughout the year.
• Supervise a team of groundskeepers (including apprentices) and volunteers, guiding daily tasks and long-term projects.
• Coordinate with external contractors for uniquely skilled services such as tree removal, landscaping or specialised mechanical work.
• Monitor weather conditions and adjust maintenance practices accordingly to minimise damage or disruption to play.
• Collaborate with other senior management staff (e.g., the Golf Operations Manager and the General Manager) to promote golf and optimise course playability. 
• Provide input into developing the Club’s Capital Management plan to facilitate the planning, funding and implementation of course-related capital works approved by the Board.
• Present a monthly report for the Board of Management informing on course-related issues and recommend actions for consideration following consultation with the Course Committee and other governance committees that are critical to effective decision-making.

Skills:

• A demonstrated track record in taking responsibility for course-related activities.
• A demonstrated track record in planning and delivering outcomes in accordance with budget allocations.
• A proven capacity to adapt and work within an established financial framework to record, process and reconcile course-related expenditures.
• A track record of success in maintenance practices, including turfgrass species selection, irrigation systems, pest control methods, fertilisation programs, etc.
• Contemporary knowledge and understanding of current and emerging trends in golf course management practises.
• Strong background in all health, safety, and environment regulations pertaining to golf course management (i.e. spray records, maintenance checklists for machinery, pre-start machinery checks, etc)
• Excellent leadership skills with experience in managing a diverse team of staff and volunteers effectively.
• Ability to build positive relationships with members, staff members, the Board of Management, volunteers, external contractors/vendors, etc.
• Establish and maintain open communication channels.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to make decisions under pressure.
• Proficient in using computer software.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.
• Good verbal and written communication skills

Qualifications:

• Relevant years of experience in golf course maintenance, with at least three years in a supervisory or management role.
• Relevant qualifications in turfgrass management or a related field are preferred.
• Completion of short courses by leading turf-related associations and industry groups designed to impart contemporary knowledge and understanding of the latest innovations and applications in the golf industry. 
• Knowledge of Australian golf industry standards and regulations.
• Certification in chemical application.
• Certification in irrigation systems operation would be advantageous.
• Ability to service course equipment for deployment on the course.

To Apply

Further information about the role can be sought by contacting Leongatha Golf Club General Manager Kate Rowe at *****@leongathagolf.com.au or calling 03 5664 3***, option 2

Applications for the role close at 5pm on Friday 5th April with a negotiable starting period of May 2024.