Our careers page features a range of employment opportunities within the golf industry in Scotland, from roles within Scottish Golf to those at our member golf clubs. If your club would like to advertise a position at no cost, contact [email protected] with job description, club logo and deadlines.
With the support of DPSM Consultants, the Fife Golf Trust is now seeking to recruit an experienced and dynamic Chief Executive Officer.
The Fife Golf Trust is a charitable trust established in April 2011, which is responsible for the operation and management of seven golf courses in Fife. As CEO of Fife Golf Trust, you will be responsible for the management of the operations of the Trust as well as setting its overall vision, planning and delivery. The role involves a high level of responsibility, with pivotal decision making affecting the future of the Trust and its many stakeholders and employees.
Applicants should possess and can demonstrate the following attributes:
Application Process:
To apply, please email a CV and supporting statement to Douglas Philip, Managing Director at DPSM Consultants via [email protected].
Application deadline – 24th June 2022
Hamilton Golf Club is set within parkland adjacent to Chatelherault Country Park. It is widely regarded as one of the foremost golf clubs in Lanarkshire with around 900 members. Whilst primarily a members’ golf club with a rich tradition, we warmly welcome guests and visitors. Founded in 1892, our club located to its present Riccarton site in 1925 with the course layout developed by the renowned course designer, James Braid. In recent years significant investment has gone into our course with the installation of capillary concrete bunkers and extensive primary and secondary drainage work. The Club operates with a greenkeeping team consisting of a Course Manager, a Deputy Course Manager and five greenkeeping staff.
Required Attributes:
Specifics:
To apply (or for a full Job Description) please send CV and covering letter to Managing Secretary, Karen Sweeney via [email protected]
Closing date for applications: Friday 1st July 2022
Maverston Golf Club are looking to recruit a Club Manager to head up the clubhouse team.
Maverston Golf Courses offer a unique experience for all golfers consisting of a Par 71 18-hole course and a 9-hole Par 3 course located only minutes from Elgin. We pride ourselves with being inclusive, friendly, and welcoming, and providing an enjoyable golfing challenge for all levels of golfer.
Maverston Golf Courses are a subsidiary of ANM Group who have continued to investment in the golf course and green-keeping equipment and have seen a considerable growth in membership and visitor revenue. We look forward to appointing a new Club Manager to continue the growth we are experiencing.
The Club Manager will be responsible for the strategic and operational management of the day-to-day activities at the club, growing the membership and working with Business Development and Course Manager to secure new business opportunities.
The successful candidate will demonstrate significant operational experience in the Golf industry including strong sales and marketing skills. This is a hands-on position, and the successful candidate will require excellent communication and organisational skills.
The remuneration package will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s level of experience.
To apply please send your CV and a covering letter to Caroline Mackie, HR Co-ordinator, ANM Group Ltd, Thainstone Centre, Inverurie, Aberdeenshire, AB51 5XZ or email [email protected]
Closing Date: 6th June 2022
Thornton Golf Club is seeking to recruit a highly motivated individual for the role of General Manager who has proven management experience and business acumen. As a key member of the Club’s Management Committee, the job holder will be responsible for the Club’s administrative, finance and facilities activities and continuing to improve Club operations and service levels to members.
Situated in the heart of Fife and founded in 1921, Thornton Golf Club is a Par 70, tree lined parkland golf course.
Reporting to the Club’s Treasurer, the role will include the following responsibilities:
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
Personal attributes:
Remuneration:
To apply for the position please send a covering letter and CV to David Rae, Secretary, Thornton Golf Club at [email protected]
Closing date: Sunday 5th June 2022
An historic links course, firmly established in the top 100 UK & Ireland courses.
Our traditional links layout provides a fantastic balance of challenge and fun with views of the sea from all 18 holes and a stunning stretch of three coastal holes hugging the shoreline.
The Elie Links is home to several historical local clubs that date back to the late 1800’s although golf has been played on the links since the late 1500’s, making it one of the oldest in the world. The facility welcomes 1,200 members and over 4,000 visitors every year.
Following the retirement of the current job holder, the Club is looking to appoint a new Assistant Manager who will:
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to get involved in club management for the first time or develop their skills and experience within the industry at a top 100 club.
Reporting directly to the Club Manager you will gain experience in all aspects of managing the club, and receive encouragement for your continued professional development.
This is a full time post with occasional weekend work and in order to meet these challenges the successful candidate must demonstrate:
An attractive package commensurate with experience is on offer to the successful candidate.
Closing date for applications: Mid-day on Thursday 16th June 2022
Interviews on Monday 20 June
This management position is being handled by Contemporary Club Leadership. Please forward your CV and covering letter to Kevin Fish at CCL Ltd by emailing: [email protected]
Assistant required for PGA Pro at Crow Wood Golf Club, Garnkirk Policies, Muirhead, Glasgow G69 9JF.
Role would include sales and stock control in Pro shop, tee bookings for daily and competition times, check-in of players, Junior coaching and golf range operations.
Crow Wood is a James Braid parkland course within half an hour of Glasgow, with two putting greens, practice area and Golf Range. There is a successful Junior coaching programme in place and an opportunity to widen this to adult beginners, one-on-one lessons and establish own client base.
Hours variable as seasonal dependent and can be negotiated.
If interested please apply to:
General Manager, Crow Wood Golf Club, Garnkirk Policies, Muirhead, Glasgow G69 9JF. Email: [email protected]
Closing date to apply: 31st May 2022
We have a vacancy to join the team as an Assistant Professional here at Longniddry Professional Shop.
Longniddry Golf Club is a very busy Links Golf Course situated on Scotland’s Golf Coast East Lothian, 12 miles from the centre of Edinburgh. The club is a former Open qualifying, and Scottish Open Qualifying venue.
This is an excellent opportunity for a pro-active individual to develop their career. The role will include working as part of a team in a busy retail facility where we aim to provide excellent customer service to all members and visitors who come to the golf club. Longniddry provides many different coaching opportunities offering great earning potential for the correct candidate.
The preferred candidate would have experience in the following areas:
For any further information or to apply please send a CV and Cover Letter to Colin Fairweather at [email protected]
Closing date for applications: 31st May 2022
Fairmont St Andrews has two championship golf courses and is a Final open qualifying and European tour host venue.
We require a full time permanent qualified Deputy Head Greenkeeper to join the team to assist in providing and maintaining 1st class standards across the courses and grounds. The successful candidate will report to the Head Greenkeeper. This is an exciting opportunity to join our expanding greens team and contribute to the continued improvement of our links style cliff top courses.
Key Responsibilities and preferred requirements:
Salary: Based on experience
Perks and Benefits include: Golf privileges, Staff uniform, Access to hotel staff canteen and other hotel facilities such a gym and spa. Discounted hotel rooms.
Closing Date: 30th June 2022
Interested applicants should send a cover letter and CV to: [email protected] (Head Greenkeeper)
Fairmont St Andrews has two championship golf courses and is a Final open qualifying and European tour host venue.
We require a full time permanent qualified Senior Greenkeeper to join the team to assist in providing and maintaining 1st class standards across the courses and grounds. The successful candidate will report to the Head Greenkeeper. This is an exciting opportunity to join our expanding greens team and contribute to the continued improvement of our links style cliff top courses.
Key Responsibilities and preferred requirements:
Salary: Based on experience
Perks and Benefits include: Golf privileges, Staff uniform, Access to hotel staff canteen and other hotel facilities such a gym and spa. Discounted hotel rooms.
Closing Date: 17th June 2022
Interested applicants should send a cover letter and CV to: [email protected] (Head Greenkeeper)
Fairmont St Andrews has two championship golf courses and is a Final open qualifying and European tour host venue.
We require a full time permanent qualified Assistant Greenkeeper to join the team to assist in providing and maintaining 1st class standards across the courses and grounds. The successful candidate will report to the Head Greenkeeper. This is an exciting opportunity to join our expanding greens team and contribute to the continued improvement of our links style cliff top courses.
Key Responsibilities and preferred requirements:
Salary: Based on experience
Perks and Benefits include: Golf privileges, Staff uniform, Access to hotel staff canteen and other hotel facilities such a gym and spa. Discounted hotel rooms.
Closing Date: 17th June 2022
Interested applicants should send a cover letter and CV to: [email protected] (Head Greenkeeper)
Cathcart Castle Golf Club was established 1895 and is one of the oldest in the south side of Glasgow. The James Braid designed golf course is played over undulating parkland and offers a challenge to all levels of golfers. The course is surrounded by picturesque and panoramic views of the City of Glasgow, Campsie Fells and beyond.
We are currently looking to hire an enthusiastic and motivated assistant greenkeeper to join our experienced team. You will be responsible for supporting the Head Greenkeeper with the upkeep of the course to the highest possible standard.
Ideal candidate will preferably have:
The salary (paid monthly) will be commensurate with the abilities of the successful applicant and a contributory pension and 29 days annual leave will be included.
Applicants should submit their CV & covering letter, experience and relevant qualifications to the Managing Secretary, Alan Pollock, by email to [email protected]
Closing Date – 17th June 2022
David Lloyd Rouken Glen is looking for an Assistant Greenkeeper to work at their busy 18 holes golf course and leisure club. Duties will involve undertaking a wide range of Greenkeeping duties under the supervision of the Head Greenkeeper and general maintenance of the leisure clubs surrounding grounds/gardens.
The successful applicant will have experience of working outdoors in a grounds maintenance role.
Experience of working on golf courses would be a distinct advantage.
In return we offer the following:
Job Type: Full-time
Immediate start
To apply, please send a cover letter and CV to our Golf Manager at [email protected]
Closing date: 30th July 2022
Dunblane New Golf Club is a well-presented parkland golf course set in the Cathedral city of Dunblane, Central Scotland. The Club is seeking an enthusiastic, highly motivated Assistant Greenkeeper with good communication skills, the ability to work both autonomously and within a dedicated team.
Working under the direction of the Course Manager or his Deputy, the successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that the course and practice facilities are maintained to a first-class playing condition as well as assisting with numerous exciting course projects.
The ideal candidate will have the following:
The successful applicant will have an eye for detail, be self-motivated and be able to deliver the high standards expected by the club.
This is a physically demanding role which requires working outdoors in all weather conditions with rostered weekend shifts.
We also have a range of benefits for the successful candidate:
If you feel you have what it takes to succeed in this position then please Apply Now.
Wesley Saunders
Course Manager
Dunblane New Golf Club
Closing Date – 5th June 2022
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our team at Helensburgh Golf Club.
Established in 1893, HGC is a James Braid designed 18-hole moorland course situated near Loch Lomond. We are looking for a qualified, highly motivated, career driven and experienced individual to join our team of greenkeepers to help take the course to the next level.
Reporting directly to the Course Manager, you should have proven ability as an assistant greenkeeper and be able to work under pressure and respond proactively to the varied requirements of a busy golf club. Attention to detail and a flexible approach (includes weekend work on a rotational basis), the successful candidate will have an excellent work ethic, positive attitude along with good communication skills.
Competitive salary based on experience along with pension contributions.
Closing date: 21st June 2022
Job Title: Seasonal Greenkeeper
Reporting to: Course Manager |
Duration of Post: Seasonal (Apr-Oct)
Working Hours: 20-40 hours per week Start Date: TBC |
Main Purpose of Role
To carry out ground maintenance duties as directed, ensuring that the courses are at all times presented in the best possible condition. By consistently demonstrating our values-led approach, our customers and colleagues always experience quality interactions and service.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Person Specification
This section details the attributes e.g. skills, knowledge/qualifications and competencies which are required in order to undertake the full remit of this post.
Attributes | Essential | Desirable | Means of Assessment |
Education & Qualifications
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Good basic education
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SVQ/NVQ 2 in Sports Turf Maintenance or equivalent PA1, 2 & 6 Spraying Certificates
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CV and interview |
Experience & Knowledge |
Experience of working as a greenkeeper Basic golf knowledge
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CV and interview | |
Competencies & Skills
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Effective communication skills Ability to work on own or as part of a team, to follow procedures and direction Attention to detail
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Experience in the use of golf course machinery
Current full driving licence |
CV, interview and references |
Other Attributes/Abilities
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Self-Motivated Positive, can do attitude Reliable
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Interview |
Essential Criteria – requirements without which a candidate would not be able to undertake the full remit of the role. Applicants who have not clearly demonstrated in their application that they possess the essential requirements will normally be rejected at the short listing stage.
Desirable Criteria – requirements which would be useful for the candidate to hold. When short listing, these criteria will be considered when more than one applicant meets the essential requirements.
Obligations as an Employee
Other Information
To apply for this position, please submit a CV and covering letter to [email protected]