ASSISTANT GREENKEEPER
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Position Overview & Specifications
LOCATION
ADDRESS: Knutsford, Cheshire, United Kingdom
COUNTY: Cheshire
POSTCODE: WA16 6LJ
EMPLOYMENT
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Permanent
SALARY: £24274.00 to £24274.00
DESCRIPTION
The Mere Golf Resort & Spa is a destination for business and pleasure, with an 81 bedroomed hotel, expansive wedding and event spaces, Championship golf course and an award-winning spa, set in the heart of the Cheshire countryside.
We are currently expanding our dedicated Greenkeeping team and have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Greenkeeper, who will have a vital role in ensuring our golf course is maintained to a championship standard.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Previous experience as a greenkeeper
- NVQ level 2 (or equivalent) in sports turf
- Ability to work unsupervised and in a team
- High level of attention to detail in all tasks undertaken
- Good communication skills
- Strong work ethic and self-motivation
- Good time management
The below attributes would be an advantage:
- Spraying Pa1, 2 and 6
- Chainsaw cs 30/31
- Possesses a positive ‘can-do’ attitude
- A sound understanding of the game of golf
Duties will include:
- Daily turf maintenance and preparation to high standards
- Maintaining bunkers
- Preparation and routine maintenance of machinery
- Communicating effectively with colleagues, supervisors, members and guests
- Monitor and maintain health and safety working practices
In return as our Assistant Greenkeeper, you will receive some excellent benefits, including:
- Full uniform and PPE
- Up to 28 holiday days a year which increase with length of service
- Free parking
- 20% off food in all outlets
- Discounted health club membership
- 20% off spa treatments
- 10% off spa products
- Use of the golf course & driving range
- Preferential rates for hotel accommodation
If you feel that you have the skills and experience to join our friendly team at our stunning and unique venue as our* Assistant Greenkeeper, provide your C.V and cover letter by clicking ‘apply’* today.
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: £24,274.00 per year
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for ASSISTANT GREENKEEPER roles across The Mere Resort's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £24,274 - £24,274 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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