1st Assistant GreenKeeper - Dartford

1st Assistant GreenKeeper - DartfordJOB DESCRIPTION POSITION: 1st Assistant Greenkeeper RESPONSIBLE TO: Course Manager/Deputy Course Manager MAIN DUTIES: Under the general supervision of Golf Course Manager/Deputy Course Manager, the 1stAssistant Greenkeeper will assist in overseeing the running of the golf course operations, and participate in the various tasks in which he/she is assigned for the maintenance and upkeep of the golf course and property to the highest possible standards utilising all available resources. RESPONSIBILITIES: To carry out under direction all the various tasks of Golf Course maintenance to which he/she is assigned. The operation of all equipment to the approved standard of use to include equipment hygiene and understanding Health and Safety. Assist in the day to day running of the department to maximize efficiency and productivity. To lead, train and motivate staff individually and as a team Understand fertiliser and pesticide rates, calibrations, procedures and maintain records. Maintain up to dated spraying qualifications Assist in maintaining accurate up to date company, weather and all staff training records. Maintain good communication between all departments, management and staff. Assist in monitoring turf quality, including checking for pests, diseases, soil moisture and thatch levels. To motivate and lead the team by example. Taking responsibility of teamwork situations ensuring standards and time scales of work are maintained. Assisting in various course project works to include aeration, turfing, seeding, landscaping etc. General maintenance and understanding of greens, tees, fairways, roughs and bunkers. General maintenance and understanding of drainage work, including ditch maintenance. Responsible for maintenance and hygiene of allocated equipment for the days tasks. General maintenance and upkeep of the maintenance facility, equipment and tools Watering to include hand watering and basic irrigation maintenance as directed. Report to work at the designated time as directed. Work starting times are subject to change depending on the time of year and business requirements. * Complies with BGL personnel policies and procedures and health and safety procedures To undertake any further duties as requested by the management * WORKING CONDITIONS Regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. Employee is regularly required to stand and walk outdoors. OUR VALUES: We expect all our staff to strive to: Maintain open and honest communication with our customers, both internal and external, at all times. Create and have a positive impact on our local community. Supporting regular neighbourhood events and working closely with society. Protect and nurture our environment, consider everything from alternative work methods through to maintaining and supporting our local wildlife. Support each other in everything we do, recognised and develop each individuals potential. Take complete ownership of their own actions and have pride in what they do. Deliver to our customer's consistent high levels of service, quality and value in everything we do Look for alternatives to what we do seeking out and exploiting natural resources.