AddressHead Horticulturist
Strathfield Golf Club has recently undergone an extensive rebuild, with 14 of the 18 holes on the course being rebuilt in the last 7 years, along with the building of a brand new clubhouse and staff facilities. Strathfield Golf Club is now one of the premier private clubs in Sydney’s Inner- West located just off Centenary Drive.
Over the last 18 months multiple changes have happened with the maintenance team with all key management roles changing hands. The club now has a new and very driven management team and progressive board, and it would like to expand upon with the hiring of a new course foreman (Third in Charge) to join a young management team.
Working closely with the Course Superintendent and Assistant Course Superintendent, the successful applicant will be an integral part of the course maintenance management team. As this is a key leadership role, the position will assist in planning of the work schedule, planning and implementation of the chemical program, planting scheduling and will help put into place the clubs garden presentation plant.
The golf clubs gardens around the clubhouse are semi formal, with the course gardens mostly native grass/sedges with small trees to add colour.
The Head Horticulturist will vary been working alone and supervising other members of the maintenance team when required.
All tools, safety equipment and uniform will be provided.
Responsibilities
- To improve and lift the standard of the course gardens
- Assists in scheduling and planning of the maintenance program
- Planting, weeding, and mulching of gardens as required to a high standard
- Working with the course superintendent on the strategic plan of the gardens, allowing their professional knowledge to dictate some of the decisions around plant selection.
Skills and Knowledge
- Excellent communication skills
- Compliance with environmental regulations
- Significant knowledge of related chemicals, pests and disease management
- AFQ3 qualification
- High attention to detail and planning of works
A highly attractive package ($70K) will be offered with the successful applicant, this will include further training opportunities.
Applications:
Please send your resume and cover letter to Sam Neylon. ***@strathfieldgolf.com.au.
