Greenkeepers

Be part of ‘Our Glorious Playground’…

Gleneagles, an iconic 850 acre country estate set beneath the beautiful Ochil Hills in Perthshire, is currently recruiting a ‘1st Assistant Greenkeeper’ to join our team. A luxury destination for almost a century, located just one hour from Glasgow and Edinburgh, Gleneagles offers the perfect retreat for those looking for relaxation, fun and adventure.

Our people are the beating heart of Gleneagles, delivering legendary service that goes beyond attention to detail - it springs from a love of the place itself. Our ultimate desire is for all guests to experience something so uniquely ‘Gleneagles’, it is beyond comparison.

We are currently looking for experienced Greenkeepers to join our Golf team. We offer a highly competitive salary and excellent company benefits.

Overview:

Working within the Golf team you will work over our three championship golf courses, The Kings Course, The Queens Course and the PGA Centenary Course. The primary responsibility of this role is to ensure the daily maintenance of the three renowned courses is carried out effectively by the team. An already strong and diverse team within the resort you will have the opportunity to work with and gain experience from some of the best within the Golfing circuit.

Accountabilities:

We are currently looking to recruit on a full-time basis 1st Assistant Greenkeeper’s to work over our three Championship Golf Courses. To ensure that the maintenance programmes and daily work schedules are carried out and that standards of presentation are maintained consistently throughout the year as directed by the Golf Course Manager. Ensuring machinery maintenance, team safety clothing and equipment are maintained and comply with legislation and the agreed standards.

The perfect candidate:

The opportunity will suit either experienced Greenkeepers or individuals experienced in Golf Maintenance. Experience within either a Hotel Golf resort or stand-alone quality Golf Club, you will gain experience working on championship courses at the highest level within the industry while experiencing tournament preparation and course set up. You will be provided with full on-site training on our extensive range of equipment in order to carry out your role. We offer:

• A highly competitive salary
• Hotel based incentive and discount schemes
• Excellent training and development opportunities

If you are the perfect candidate, please forward your CV, with a covering letter to: stephen.hamilton@gleneagles.com

or send to:

Stephen Hamilton
The Gleneagles Hotel.
Auchterader,
Perthshire,
Scotland
PH3 1NF

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Regional Sales Manager

Reesink Turfcare UK Limited is the exclusive distributor in the UK and Ireland for the world leading range of Toro professional turf maintenance equipment and irrigation systems, as well as the TYM brand of tractors. Our blend of product offering is well suited to a large range of customers in the Golf, Sports and Grounds sectors.

We pride ourselves in offering an exceptionally high standard of pre-sale and after sales back up for all of the products we distribute.

Due to retirement, we now have the following vacancy:

Regional Sales Manager - Manage and support the activities of the dealer network and retail sales managers within your region. The successful person will also actively pursue and manage sales opportunities to increase the sales of our products across the North of England, North Wales, West Midlands & Lincolnshire.

Reporting to the National Sales Manager, successful candidates must have previous management experience of a team, a proven track record in negotiation skills and be able to sell successfully to dealers as well as end user customers, ideally in the Golf & Grounds sectors.

Candidates will be highly motivated professionals with a pro-active approach and be strong people managers. They will need to display excellent oral and written communication skills and be able to create and maintain strong working relationships at all levels. Good time management, presentation and reporting skills using Microsoft packages are also essential.

This position carries a full remuneration and benefits package including a company vehicle.

If this challenge appeals to you and you feel you have the necessary experience to take on this role, please apply in writing providing a full CV including salary expectations to:

Jayne.ambler@reesinkturfcare.co.uk

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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Assistant Greenkeeper

Founded in 1890, The Wildernesse Club is a private members club located near Sevenoaks in Kent. The course has regularly hosted EGU and County events and has been a Regional Open Qualifying venue since 2015. The Club is seeking to employ a full-time qualified Assistant Greenkeeper with the following attributes;

• Minimum NVQ Level 2 or equivalent
• Be highly self-motivated
• Have a strong and flexible work ethic
• Can work well within a close-knit team
• Good communication skills
• Possess good attention to detail
• The ability to produce and maintain high standards of work on the golf course
• Be able to produce references from previous employers on request
• PA1,PA2,PA6a and chainsaw certificates desirable

The Club boasts some excellent Greenkeeping facilities and a modern fleet of maintenance equipment.

Salary dependent on experience and qualifications.

Applicants should forward their CV together with covering letter to:

Attn. of Mark Todd
Course Manager
The Wildernesse Club,
Park Lane,
Seal,
Sevenoaks,
Kent.
TN15 0JE

Email - golf@wildernesse.co.uk

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BIGGA East of England Seminar

Date: 28th February 2018

The Section returns to Woodhall Spa again this February for our annual seminar and course walk. Full details and booking information will be available next week.

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Qualified Greenkeepers

18-hole Championship Golf Course designed by Doug Carrick.

The Championship Course was the venue of the European Tour in Austria from 2006 until 2009, ranked No. 1 in Austria and 69th in Europe.

We are currently undergoing a full 18 hole renovation with the goal to be in the top 10 in Europe within the the next 5-8 years.

The club seeks to recruit enthusiastic, capable and experienced Greenkeeper’s to join our existing team. These positions are ideally suited for individuals that wish to develop their careers gaining experience in all areas of Turfgrass management and tournament preparation.

Fontana is located 20 km South of the Austrian capital Vienna, which ranks as one of the most attractive cities world wide. The Viennese speak English very well and seem to enjoy practicing their skills at every opportunity.

Candidates will ideally possess all of the following attributes:

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience
• Minimum NVQ Level 2 in Sports Turf Management
• Flexibility and willing to work extra hours if required
• Be able to motivate and develop fellow team members
• Have a sound knowledge of the golf environment, ideally as a player
• You will need to be able to start from March/April and depending on the weather stay until Nov/Dec 2018

We offer competitive rates of pay, clothing is included and accommodation is provided if required. Furthermore, any and all help settling in will be our first priority.

Please apply by sending your C.V, covering letter and photo via e-mail to martin.slater@fontana.at

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Full Time Greenkeepers

We are recruiting for the above positions within the Golf Course and Estates Department at Loch Lomond Golf Club.

Reporting directly to The Golf Course Management Team, the successful candidates will assist with all aspects of golf course management, maintenance and presentation.

The Golf Course Maintenance Department strives for excellence in golf course and turf management and carry out in-house construction and drainage works.

The roles require individuals who are proactive, hardworking and conscientious. The individuals must also be energetic, motivated and flexible.

Full time Greenkeeper

• Applicants for the full-time greenkeepers should have NVQ level 2 or equivalent in greenkeeping and 3 years’ greenkeeping experience.
• PA1, 2 and 6 qualifications are desirable but not essential.

Applicants will assist and/or be exposed to the following:

• Under supervision, carry out effective turf maintenance by following established schedules and maintenance programmes.
• Collection and interpretation of data.
• Scout and identify potential turf problems and provide input for corrective solutions.
• With training and supervision, can calibrate, apply and record fertilizer, pesticide and seed applications.
• Learn how to deal with highly challenging conditions and Member expectations.
• A phased major renovation programme to the golf course which includes a full irrigation and drainage upgrade complimented with sand capping
• Gain an insight into irrigation systems.
• With training and supervision, be able to use a wide range of machinery and equipment.
• Routine workshop practices. E.g. vehicle checks, setting height and quality of cut on mowers.

We are also interested to hear from applicants for seasonal and apprentice greenkeeping positions, who should have a passion for what they do, be motivated and possess a positive attitude and have an interest and knowledge of the game of golf.

Applicants may apply by email to Mary.Danielsen@lochlomond.com

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1st Assistant Greenkeeper

Established in 1920 Thorndon Park is a prestigious members club and is situated in Essex, 10 minutes from J29 on the M25. Thorndon is a classic Harry Colt design and provides excellent playing and working conditions.

Applicants will be working under direction from the Head Greenkeeper and Deputy Head Greenkeeper. You need to be able to demonstrate positive and assertive skills. You will play an important role within the team to ensure the high standards are met and to lead by example to demonstrate your high level of skill and workmanship. You will lead and motivate the team in the absence of the Head Greenkeeper and the Deputy.

The following qualification skills held by the candidate will be an advantage:

• Willing to work flexible hours (average of 46 hours per week, including alternate weekends)
• A sound knowledge in modern Greenkeeping machinery and its maintenance
• A good knowledge of health and safety requirements
• NVQ level 2, aspiring to do level 3.
• Up to date spraying and Chainsaw certificates.
• Knowledge of irrigation systems
• Good communication skills.
• Good turf management.

This is an excellent opportunity for the right person to work closely with the green keeping team and further their skills and training. We have a very motivated team that aspire to high standards and good team moral.

Salary negotiable depending on experience and qualifications.

Closing date: 23.2.2018

If you wish to apply then send your cover letter to state your suitability and CV to:

Head Greenkeeper, Robert George.

Thorndon Park Golf Club,

Ingrave, Brentwood, Essex CM13 3RH

or robert.george@thorndonpark.com

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Another clean sweep for BIGGA members at Golf Environment Awards

The winners of the 2018 Golf Environment Awards were announced at The Crown, Harrogate, in a ceremony hosted by STRI Group and the R&A.

Environmental Golf Course of the Year 2018 ??“ Carnoustie Golf Links

Conservation Greenkeeper of the Year 2018 ??“ Stephen Thompson (John O’Gaunt Golf Club)

Outstanding Environmental Project of the Year 2018 ??“ Abergele Golf Club

Operation Pollinator 2018 ??“ Kingsdown Golf Club

STRI ecology consultant, Sophie Vukelic, said: “A huge congratulations to the winners and finalists of this year’s awards, you each showcase what sustainable management is within golf. The golf environment is a better place with you all working to protect it”

The annual Golf Environment Awards provide the platform from which the golf industry can demonstrate environmental excellence in all its forms. Established in 1995, the awards have gone from strength to strength and in 2018, attendees to the awards almost tripled in numbers.

Carnoustie Golf Links were awarded Environmental Golf Course of the Year for their incredible work within the local community and their continued environmentally conscious practices in all areas of golf course management. Each decision at the golf facility considers the impact on the environment and each member of staff is trained to work in such a way.

Conservation Greenkeeper of the Year was received by Stephen Thompson of John O’Gaunt Golf Club for his passionate dedication to nature conservation within golf. Stephen has extensive biodiversity records for both courses at his club, enabling him to tailor the management of the mosaic of habitats accordingly.

Abergele Golf Club won Outstanding Environmental Project of the Year for their Tir Gwylllt (Wild Land) area. Darren, his team of greenkeeping staff and several members have created a wildlife haven from materials ready to hand or donated. The project is a remarkable example of people pulling together to create something spectacular.

Operation Pollinator was awarded to Kingsdown Golf Club where Tom Freeman had introduced extensive native wildflower areas with the help of local primary school children. Not only did this Operation Pollinator project provide for nectar and pollen loving insects, it also provided a great golf education to the younger generation.

STRI is indebted to lead partner, The R&A, and the sponsors - Ransomes Jacobson, Aquatrols, Syngenta, Tillers Turf and Wiedenmann and would like to thank them for their continued support. The R&A’s involvement in the GEA Awards does not elicit its endorsement for the sponsor’s products or services.

Fancy having a go yourself? The entries for the 2019 Golf Environment Awards are now open and we encourage all golf clubs, big or small, to enter and show off their hard work. Enter today at www.golfenvironmentawards.com

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BTME 2018 signs off with innovation, excitement and evolution

Three days of exhibitions, across four halls at the Harrogate Convention Centre, and more than 3,000 individual education experiences during Continue to Learn, combined to make BTME 2018 a huge success.

From the opening of the education programme on Sunday, right through until the show’s closing on Thursday, BTME was filled with non-stop action and events.

From innovative new seminars and workshops right through to the latest product launches from exhibitors, the Harrogate Convention Centre was once again transformed as BTME reaffirmed its position as the premier turf management exhibition in Europe.

BIGGA Chief Executive Jim Croxton said: “We’ve had a great few days with record numbers in the education. It’s been really buzzing in the seminars and workshops. Out in the halls the last few days have been absolutely packed, too full in fact, and there has probably not been quite enough room for everyone, but there’s been great feedback so far.”

And it wasn’t just visitors from the UK who visited BTME, but delegates from all over the world. Among those were the TurfNet delegation, with a record 16 American course superintendents joining the trip, and world-class speakers such as Micah Woods, of the Asian Turfgrass Center.

Adam Butler of Baroness UK commented on the international flavour to the entire event. He said: “We’ve had a great few days at BTME 2018. It’s great to see so many people from the UK visit us, but also our international customers. We’ve had people from Austria, Sweden, Denmark, Luxembourg, so it’s really good to see them and we’re looking forward to next year already.”

Other highlights of the week included the BTME Breakfast Club: Cutting Edge Turf Management, the first-ever Young Greenkeepers Conference, and the BIGGA Welcome Celebration, which continues to grow in popularity and saw the crowning of the BIGGA Awards winners.

Alistair said: “I’m absolutely delighted to have won, I certainly never expected this! I’m from a small village of around 300 people, we rely mainly on tourists, and I do have a good relationship with my club. As a small community you get to know everyone at the club, as they’re all friends, family, neighbours, and I’m delighted to have been able to represent them on such a massive scale.”

All eyes now turn to BTME 2019, which will see the exhibition evolve into a new form, with new halls being utilised that will allow the exhibition to expand further than ever before.

Jim added: “For next year I’m really looking forward to the fact that we are going to improve the visitor experience. It’s going to be more pleasant, people are going to stay longer around the halls, take a break, get some food and drink, see some innovations and have a look at some of the things we offer our members as well.”

You can read more about all the announcements, awards winners and other fantastic events that took place at BTME 2018 in the February edition of Greenkeeper International.

We’d love to hear your feedback and your experiences from BTME 2018. Get in touch on social media at @BIGGALtd and by using #BTME2018.

See you all back in Harrogate in 2019!

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Assistant Greenkeeper

Fairhaven Golf Club is an 18-hole private members club in Lytham St Annes, Lancashire, which was found in 1895. The Club moved to its current location in 1923 due to flooding from the sea.

The James Braid course has been remodelled over the years to retain the risk and reward element of the design.

Fairhaven is one of the finest courses in England and has hosted many major championship including, Final Qualifying for the Open, R&A Junior Open, Girls British Open Amateur, the Astor Trophy, the Logan Trophy, Girls Home International Matches and is currently host to Regional Qualifying for the Open.

The ideal candidate should be able to demonstrate the following attributes:

• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years’ experience (Preferred)
• High level of competence with modern greenkeeping machinery
• PA1 and PA2 spraying certificates
• Chainsaw licence (not essential)
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Be able to work to the highest standards and possess a keen attention to detail with an ability to provide the best possible playing surfaces
• Have the ability to provide input into work discussions and course development
• Have a keen interest in ecology and sustainability management
• Excellent communication and timekeeping skills

The application to build a career in golf course management and the determination to continue and accelerate professional development

The position is full-time, permanent and offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits. Weekend and bank-holiday duties are covered on a rota and paid at overtime rates.

Please apply in writing or e-mail with a cover-letter and CV to:

Martin Robinson, General Manager
Fairhaven Golf Club
Oakwood Ave
Lytham St Annes
Lancashire.
FY8 4JU

martin@fairhavengolfclub.co.uk

Closing date: Friday 23rd February 2018

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Team Green to distribute Durabunker in France and Morocco

Durabunker and Team Green have used BTME 2018 to announce the formation of a partnership that will bring the synthetic bunker edging product to France and Morocco.

Team Green will join a growing network of Durabunker distributors and sales agents, that now includes Australia, South Korea, USA and much of Europe.

Formed in 2003 and based close to Lyon, France, Team Green has become one of the leading distributors of seed, fertiliser and soil amendments in the French golf industry.

Rhydian Lewis, founder of Durabunker, said: “Team Green is a highly-respected and well-established company in the French and Moroccan markets. We look forward to strengthening our presence in both markets through Team Green’s extensive sales network and highly-regarded levels of customer service.”

Team Green export manager Dolf Keller added: “We are very pleased with this partnership, allowing us to present the many qualities and advantages of the Durabunker solution to our customers.”

You can keep up-to-date with all the latest developments at BTME 2018 by following us on Twitter using @BIGGALtd and the hashtags #BTME2018, #ContinueToLearn and #GolfBIC

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Blec 'bounces back' at BTME

BTME 2018 saw BLEC bouncing back and looking bright under the stewardship of Charterhouse Turf Machinery.

The range of specialised landscaping and turfcare equipment has been streamlined and re-engineered by the Redexim team to feature a wealth of features. Manager of the BLEC division, Curtis Allen, will be ‘on-stand’ to happily explain what 18 months of hard work at Redexim has achieved.

In line with demand, the BLEC range has been rationalised to a number of core machines which sit happily alongside, as well as expanding, the current offering from Charterhouse in the UK. Additionally, each of the models in the new BLEC portfolio have been refined and further developed thanks to Redexim’s manufacturing techniques to ensure maximum suitability and efficiency for the market.

One such example of product development is the BLEC Turfmaker, a seeder which uses front castellated rollers to crush lumps whilst producing small pockets to accept the seed. The rear set of rollers than split the shallow ridge formed by the front roller, incorporating the seed evenly in the top 12mm, whilst keeping surface disturbance to a minimum. The Turfmaker has now been updated to include a new seed control rate system, new seed feed mechanism and weight ballast kits, all alongside a new look.

With the machinery developments complete, Charterhouse have also been busy appointing dealers to distribute the range. The wide variety of applications BLEC machines can satisfy requires a new network of dealers, and there has been a great deal of interest ??“ the one criteria being a name renowned for quality and service.

The first new BLEC dealer has been confirmed as Acorn Tractors. Based in Derbyshire, Acorn Tractors stock tractors, mowers and other turfcare equipment from a range of established industry manufacturers. Acorn Tractors Owner Julian Simpson says, “We are delighted to have been appointed as BLEC dealers for the Central UK region. We have been involved with BLEC products for many years, both from using the machinery on contracting projects to selling as well. We look forward to offering BLEC machines for purchase or hire to new & existing customers.”

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The Young Greenkeepers Committee held its first national conference

The first-ever Young Greenkeepers Conference brought together some of the brightest developing talent in the industry.

YGC Chairman Tom Smith was blown away by the reaction to the conference.

“It’s been absolutely amazing,” said Tom. “We’ve been working on this for the last year and to have more than 70 people here on our first go is fantastic.”

Aside from invaluable networking opportunities, the conference provided educational seminars on topics ranging from social media to career progression to turf management.

“Having the likes of James Bledge [course manager at Royal Cinque Ports] inspiring people here is great,” he said. “If they take anything away it’s seeing guys like that who’ve been in their position and gone on to be a course manager.”

“It’s bringing a lot of greenkeepers together from all over the country,” said Bill. “I bumped into someone who I met at The Open and then with the likes of Twitter, it’s a way of connecting with people you don’t see on a regular basis and you get to put some faces to names.

"The networking side of things is genuinely brilliant. It’s been very good speaking with some people you might only see on social media, and now you get to speak to them in person.
"I’ve been very impressed with how far the Young Greenkeepers Committee has come along to now have its first national conference.
"It helps with education and development as well. It shows how many more qualifications are out there that you might not have known about before.”

You can keep up-to-date with all the latest developments at BTME 2018 by following us on Twitter using @BIGGALtd and the hashtags #BTME2018, #ContinueToLearn and #GolfBIC

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The BTME Breakfast Club kicks day two of BTME off in style

Four of the turf management industry’s leading names came together on Wednesday to share stories from their stellar careers and discuss the issues they’ve faced.

Kenny Mackay, Darren Baldwin, Stuart Kerrison and Keith Kent spoke at BTME 2018 about their roles at Wentworth, Tottenham Hotspur, Essex Cricket Club and the Rugby Football Union.

Kenny and his team at Wentworth won the BIGGA Championship Performance of the Year Award for turning the course around between the 2016 and 2017 BMW PGA Championships.

“The team is everything in this,” he said. “It is in all the sports industry. You talk to the guys right through the team who really make a difference, it doesn’t matter who you are, you aren’t going to deliver that without the right people alongside you.”

Darren Baldwin is head groundsman at Tottenham Hotspur and is currently working on one of the most fascinating projects in the industry.

The innovative design for Tottenham’s new stadium will feature an NFL pitch underneath its primary football pitch, which will slide away into a garage before being rolled out for Tottenham fixtures.

“They’re two different playing surfaces,” said Darren. “We have a deal with the NFL to host two games per season for the next 10 years.

"But the damage these guys do to a playing surface is unbelievable, so the chairman had a vision to slide the pitch out, under one of the new stands and underneath will be the NFL pitch. His drive to achieve the best both on and off the pitch is second to none.”

While much of BTME is exhibitors showcasing how best to grow grass, for Stuart Kerrison the opposite is true.

As head groundsman at Essex Cricket, he told of how his job revolves more around killing grass than growing it.

“People say that we’re trying to kill the grass and there’s a lot of truth in it,” he said.

“We spend half the season trying to destroy the grass. We’re starving it of moisture, we’re putting three-tonne rollers on it 20 or 30 times. And then you’ve got 16-stone blokes with spikes on their boots trampling all over it.

"We’re having to work within massive budget restraints but the demands are much the same. Cricket’s king in India. We can have a cricket game with 5,000 people in the ground and 25,000 watching on TV and half a billion watching in India, so there’s still the same pressure.”

Keith Kent has worked at Manchester United and Leicester City and is now overseeing things with the Rugby Football Union at Twickenham.

Despite spending more than 30 years in football, Keith said he found the transition to rugby to be quite straightforward.

He said: “It was quite easy because the wear patches are different. There’s a bit of a diamond shape in football but it’s chaos in rugby.

"You can have a scrum or maul anywhere on the pitch and there’s 15-a-side rather than 11, but most of all I enjoyed the switch, because I don’t understand the game, so I enjoy it.

"We’re trying to catch up with football. With rugby there’s so much compaction so aeration is key. At Twickenham we want to have the best pitch in the world. We can’t be old-fashioned groundsmen saying ‘You can’t play on our pitch’ so we have to find ways to improve.”

You can read more in the February edition of Greenkeeper International, out soon.

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Club Car introduces new Tempo golf cars at BTME

Club Car, a global leader in golf and utility vehicles and a brand of Ingersoll Rand, has unveiled its new golf car, Tempo, at the BTME 2018. Featuring a rust-proof aluminum frame, new alloy wheels, premium comfort seats and spacious dashboard, as well as proven engineering and industry-leading durability, the new Tempo golf car is designed to deliver an enhanced ride comfort.
“This is a milestone year for Club Car as we celebrate 60 years in the industry and the development of the new Tempo vehicle not only enables us to deliver connectivity and customisation to the golf course, it also ensures we continue to move the game forward,” said Mark Wagner, President of Club Car. In addition, the vehicle includes Club Car’s industry-leading connectivity platform, Visage Fleet Management, which enables golf operators and their staff to simplify operations, control costs and maximise course efficiencies. The fully-connected technology also enables operators to monitor performance, track the entire fleet, control the speed of the vehicles and implement no-drive areas to prevent the cars from driving onto tees and greens to reduce maintenance cost and time.
Club Car is an Official Supplier to The European Tour and an Official Supplier to The Ryder Cup. It will provide a 500-strong fleet of golf cars and utility vehicles for the 2018 edition of the biennial match later this year at Le Golf National. Tempo is now available through Club Car’s dealer network. For more information visit www.clubcar.com
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BTME 2018: What happened on day one?

BTME 2018 laid to rest any doubts about the exhibition being the most influential event in the turf management calendar as 1,573 delegates flooded through the doors of the Harrogate Convention Centre.

More than 150 exhibitors filled four halls at the centre, while the day was capped off with the BIGGA Welcome Celebration sponsored by Textron Golf.
Here are some of the highlights of day one of BTME 2018

1. Former Wentworth head man takes on BIGGA presidency

Chris Kennedy, who oversaw 56 European Tour events during his career, was appointed BIGGA President 2018, succeeding Sid Arrowsmith MG.

2. John Deere renews partnership with Ladies European Tour

John Deere and the Ladies European Tour announced an extension to their partner agreement, ensuring the machinery manufacturer continues its role as the Tour’s official supplier of course maintenance equipment.

3. The winners of the BIGGA Awards were announced at the BIGGA Welcome Celebration

Deeside Golf Club, Alistair Morrison of Durness Golf Club and The Wentworth Club all received BIGGA Awards at the BIGGA Welcome Celebration sponsored by Textron Golf.

4. Headland Amenity discussed new innovations in the light of chemical withdrawals

When the announcement came that a number of fungicides were to be banned in 2017 and 2018, it forced greenkeepers to use new measures when it comes to disease management, writes Liam Williams.

5. The Amenity Spray Operator of the Year award was presented for the first time at BTME

The prestigious title of Amenity Sprayer Operator of the Year has been won by Nathan Hume, contracts manager and ecologist for national grounds maintenance experts, SH Goss Ltd.

6. Rain Bird appointed Rigby Taylor as UK golf products distributor

Global manufacturer of irrigation product and services, Rain Bird, has announced the appointment of Rigby Taylor as its golf products distributor for the UK market.

7. Bernhard announced a new partnership with MLR

Bernhard and Company have announced a new partnership with Norwegian supplementary lighting business, MLR, promising to deliver their products to “all four corners of the globe”.

8. Bayer ‘Tech-Talks’ are an exhibition first

The Bayer Turf Solutions Team have been running a series of 'Tech-Talks on stand A46.

You can keep up-to-date with all the latest developments at BTME 2018 by following us on Twitter using @BIGGALtd and the hashtags #BTME2018, #ContinueToLearn and #GolfBIC

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Bernhard announce new partnership with MLR

Bernhard and Company have announced a new partnership with Norwegian supplementary lighting business, MLR, promising to deliver their products to “all four corners of the globe”.

The long-term deal will see Bernhard and Company used as MLR’s global distributor for its complete range of products.

The lighting company, founded in 1998, are already well established within a variety of sports, working with Premier League football club Brighton and Hove Albion, and a number of top European football clubs in Monaco, Kiev and Copenhagen.

Director for Bernhard, Steven Nixon, explained that they plan to use their connections to grow MLR within the golf industry.

He said: “This is the perfect partnership for Bernhard and we are delighted with it.

"We’re looking for niche products all the time. It’s an expansion from Subair, TurfBreeze and other technology that’s a little bit different and fits with the same philosophy. For us it’s brand new and we’re excited about learning about it and developing it.

"Plant health is at the very heart of our business, it complements and enhances the products we already offer.

"The partnership makes perfect sense. Together we are taking care of the most common issues to groundsmen and greenkeepers - too much water, too little air, not enough light and unhealthy turf. In effect, we now control all the elements that the plans needs for healthy growth.”

MLR general manager, Hermann Sather, said: “I’m delighted to start this relationship with Bernhard. Its business is renowned throughout the turf industry and is a perfect fit to help us deliver our products across the globe.”

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Bayer 'Tech-Talks' an exhibition first

‘Life after Iprodione’ is a major focus at BTME for the Bayer Turf Solutions Team, who have been running a series of 'Tech-Talks on stand A46, to explain what the future of turf pest and disease management will look like as the industry loses chemistry.

Dr Colin Mumford is also giving a dedicated seminar on Wednesday 24 January at 10am in the Queen’s Suite.

Iprodione, the active ingredient in Chipco Green and Interface, was officially withdrawn from the market in November 2017. The sale of the product is permitted until March 2018, and greenkeepers then have a further three months to 5 June 2018 to use up all stocks.

Neil Pettican, Bayer head of sales for turf and amenity, explained that although a valuable ingredient is leaving the market, innovation is ongoing, and the organisation is working hard to develop new products, both now and into the future.

He said: “We introduced Exteris Stressguard to the UK market in January 2017. Not only was this a new active ingredient, but a whole new chemical group, aiding resistance management.

"With the loss of products, the message is clear: the future of disease control is preventative, not curative, and greenkeepers need to change their approach, with resistance management being key to this strategy.

"So, the tech talks are a great 'bite-size’ learning opportunity to explain some of the technical terms with an interactive approach.

As take-home references, the new Microdochium Patch guide will be available to pick up free of charge, and the updated TurfXpert App, which is free to download, will be at the show.

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Deeside bounces back from flooding devastation with BIGGA Awards success

The greenkeeping team at Deeside Golf Club in Aberdeenshire is celebrating after being crowned BIGGA Awards winners at BTME 2018.

Led by Course Manager Neil McLoughlin (41), the greenkeeping team were announced as the winner of the BIGGA Greenkeeping Achievement of the Year Award sponsored by Baroness, at a ceremony held this evening in the Harrogate Convention Centre’s Royal Hall.

When Storm Frank hit Aberdeenshire the day before New Year’s Eve in 2015, it caused the River Dee to reach record levels, three times covering the course in a thick layer of silt and debris.

In the aftermath, the team was able to get 10 holes reopened after just 77 days and the clean-up saw over six tonnes of grass seed laid down, 10,000m2 of turf laid and all 98 bunkers rebuilt, using 3,000 tonnes of sand for topdressing and bunkers.

During 2017 the hard work continued, with the silt layer impeding drainage. Over 400m of drainage was installed and a programme of scarification and topdressing helped break down the silt layer further.

The Deeside team was presented with the award by television presenter and #ThisGirlGolfs ambassador Naga Munchetty at the BIGGA Welcome Celebration sponsored by Textron Golf. The awards ceremony is one of the highlights of BTME 2018, the premier turf management exhibition in Europe.

Neil said: “It’s a real honour to win this award. Storm Frank came in and devastated the whole Dee Valley and the golf course ended in a hell of a state.

"We do flood quite a lot, but generally we call them clean floods - the water comes in and goes out but that year the Dee rose to a record level and brought so much of the soil and everything else with it and deposited it on the golf course.

"Without these guys we wouldn’t have got the golf course back open so quickly so hats off to all of them. It’s been nice to bring all these guys down with me.”

BIGGA Chief Executive Jim Croxton said: “Of the golf clubs who were hit hard by the devastation that Storm Frank wrought in December 2015, it was perhaps Deeside who were hit hardest of all.

“For greenkeepers who dedicate their lives to maintaining a relatively small patch of land, the damage must have been heartbreaking. It is therefore to Neil and his team’s immense credit that they were able to pick themselves up and restore the course to its former glory.

“I cannot praise the greenkeeping team highly enough for the work they have done to get Deeside back on its feet. They are truly an inspiration to greenkeepers all over the country and they are worthy recipients of this year’s BIGGA Greenkeeping Achievement of the Year Award sponsored by Baroness.”

The other finalists for the BIGGA Greenkeeping Achievement of the Year Award sponsored by Baroness were Andrew Brougham, head greenkeeper of Astbury Golf Club, and Stuart Imeson, course manager at Dunstanburgh Castle Golf Club.

BTME 2018 runs until Thursday 25 January and features more than 150 exhibitors from all aspects of the turf management industry. Each year more than 4,500 greenkeepers, trade members, club managers and other representatives of the golfing industry come together to network and share news of the latest education and innovation.

Visit http://btme.org.uk/ for more information.

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Rain Bird appoints Rigby Taylor as UK golf products distributor

Global manufacturer of irrigation product and services, Rain Bird, has announced the appointment of Rigby Taylor as its golf products distributor for the UK market.

Golf course managers will continue to access products through the UK-wide network of approved Rain Bird contractors, but they will now receive additional support, new product information and after-sales service from Rigby Taylor’s 50-strong sales force.

Jimmy Sanderson, regional golf sales manager for Rain Bird in the UK, Ireland, Iceland and Scandinavia, said: “We want to provide the very best levels of service and support to all our customers. By having Rigby Taylor in place as a strong UK distribution partner for our golf course irrigation products, contractors and course managers will all benefit from a quicker, more efficient service.”

Chris Clark, Rigby Taylor’s executive chairman, added: “We are very pleased in this partnership agreement to become the authorise UK distributor of Rain Bird golf course irrigation products. The coming together of two of the major names in the industry will bring significant synergistic benefits and our highly-skilled field personnel will be working closely with Rain Bird’s UK team and their contractors to further establish this exciting range of products as the UK’s brand leader.”

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Headland Amenity discusses innovations in the light of chemical withdrawals

When the announcement came that a number of fungicides were to be banned in 2017 and 2018, it forced greenkeepers to use new measures when it comes to disease management.

Last year Tebuconazole and Prochloraz were banned, with Iprodione set to be prohibited this summer, effectively ending the option of reactive fungicide applications.

Headland Amenity have continued to develop their “20-20-30” non-pesticidal tankmix, which contains 30 litres of Seamac ProTurf Fe, 20 litres of Liquid Turf Hardener plant protectants and 20 litres of Turfite elicitor.

Andy Russell of Headland Amenity warns that prevention is becoming evermore important than the cure, explaining that they have continued to develop and refine their mix as a solution.

He said: “For 11 years we’ve been working on the 20-20-30 mix and established it does a good job, but what we’re doing is looking for things we can add to that to improve the efficacy and get an even better result.

"After Iprodione is banned it’s going to be very difficult to deal with established disease outbreaks. The focus has to be on prevention and on minimising disease in the first instance before you get it.”

Andy sympathised with greenkeepers who’ve been affected by the change in legislation, and felt it’s been a particularly tough couple of years for greenkeepers who have had to turn to alternative methods of turf management.

He said: “We knew this was coming. This message has been communicated over the last couple of years. So the next few months is the run down of the chemical, then it will stop and hopefully now people understand we’ll have to go to more preventative measures.

"Especially in this last 18-24 months, people have wanted to try different preventative measures because they knew we would be in this position, and that coincided with a particularly high disease period.”

Headland have been attending BTME for more than two decades, and Andy illustrated the role the exhibition plays in their business.

“It’s important in the respect that it gives us an opportunity to see a lot of customers in a short period of time,” he said.

“We also get to spend some time with them and it’s a chance for them to see the new products on the market. It’s important for our guys to understand what’s happening the market. There are a number of real positives to coming.”

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'Most north-westerly' greenkeeper gets BIGGA award

Talented young greenkeeper Alistair Morrison is celebrating after winning a BIGGA Award at BTME 2018.

Alistair (25) is head greenkeeper at Durness Golf Club and was announced as the winner of the BIGGA Young Greenkeeper of the Year Award sponsored by Textron Golf at an awards ceremony held this evening.

Alistair began his career as an apprentice at Brora, before moving back to his hometown club at Durness. As the only member of the greenkeeping team at the most north-westerly course on mainland Britain, the role requires a huge amount of dedication and commitment to personal development and the development of the course.

During his three years at Brora, Alistair volunteered at three European Tour events, including the European Masters in Switzerland.

Alistair’s award was announced by television presenter and #ThisGirlGolfs ambassador Naga Munchetty at the BIGGA Welcome Celebration sponsored by Textron Golf. He was presented with his award by Andre Andrade, director of international sales at Textron Golf. The awards ceremony is one of the highlights of BTME 2018, the premier turf management exhibition in Europe.

Alistair said: “I’m absolutely delighted to have won, I certainly never expected this! From a small village of around 300 people we rely mainly on tourists, and I do have a good relationship with club. As a small club you know everyone, they’re all friends, family, neighbours, and I’m delighted to be have able to be able to represent them on such a massive scale.”

BIGGA Chief Executive Jim Croxton said: “I’m delighted that we have been able to recognise the efforts of Alistair, who has achieved professional and personal development despite the challenges faced of preparing a course in tough economic time. The fact Alistair is able to prepare a thriving course for his golfers, despite working on his own and in such a remote location, is no mean feat and he is an inspiration to us all.”

The other finalists of the award were Angus Roberts of Roxburghe Hotel & Golf Club and Carl Sharp of Royal Mid-Surrey Golf Club.

Jim added: “Congratulations must also go to Angus and Carl who did incredibly well to reach the finals of the awards. With such outstanding candidates, it’s great to see that the future of greenkeeping is in safe hands.”

BTME 2018 runs until Thursday 25 January and features more than 150 exhibitors from all aspects of the turf management industry. Each year more than 4,500 greenkeepers, trade members, club managers and other representatives of the golfing industry come together to network and share news of the latest education and innovation.

Visit http://btme.org.uk/ for more information.

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John Deere renews partnership with LET

Ladies European Tour chairman Mark Lichtenhein attended the opening day of BTME 2018 to announce John Deere would remain the Tour’s official supplier of golf course maintenance equipment.

LET tournaments, including the Solheim Cup at Gleneagles in September 2019, will be supported by John Deere equipment through the company’s European golf dealer network.
The announcement was made by Mark on the John Deere stand at BTME 2018 on Tuesday 23 January.
He said: “We are delighted that John Deere has decided to extend its relationship with the Ladies European Tour for the next two years, beyond the 2019 Solheim Cup at Gleneagles. This is a testament to our enduring partnership since 2006 and demonstrates the alignment of our brands and our joint objective to ensure a bright future for the women’s game.”
John Deere officials will also continue to work closely with the LET’s agronomists, with the goal of helping to produce better quality playing surfaces across the continent.
Carlos Aragones, European turf sales and marketing manager for John Deere, said: “We are also delighted that what has already proved to be a fruitful relationship with the Ladies European Tour is continuing to grow. The strength of the John Deere brand is based on the quality of our products and customer service, and we are very proud to be associated with both the LET and the Solheim Cup.
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Amenity spray operator of the year winner announced at BTME 2018

The prestigious title of Amenity Sprayer Operator of the Year has been won by Nathan Hume, contracts manager and ecologist for national grounds maintenance experts, SH Goss Ltd.

ASOY rewards top sprayer operators across the amenity industry, with the aim to share their best practices to enhance standards for all.

Nathan primarily specialises in the prevention of invasive non-native plants. He operates in a wide variety of sites including airports, railways, cemeteries, rivers, forests, nature reserves, construction sites and golf courses.

“It was an honour to receive the award,” he said. “Myself and the company have always followed best practice so it’s a nice justification that we are doing things right.”

Presented for the first time at BTME Harrogate this week, the ASOY Awards are organised by the Amenity Forum, and sponsored by ICL and Syngenta, in association with BASIS.

As well as the overall top operator, Nathan Hume was the winner of the Landscape & Industrial using hand held equipment category.

Also recognised by the Awards were Chris Phillips of Complete Weed Control South Wales, as the top operator for Sports turf using boom sprayer or hand held equipment, along with the company’s Lee Harrison, winner of the Landscape & Industrial using vehicle mounted equipment category.

Commenting on Nathan’s success, from a record entry in the third annual ASOY Awards, Professor John Moverley, Chairman of the Amenity Forum, said: ‘‘The awards seek to recognise the quality and level of professionalism in our sector. They highlight how professional amenity maintenance keeps Britain moving.

“All of the category winners have demonstrated an extremely high level of professionalism, and picking an overall winner was extremely difficult,” he reported. “They have all demonstrated the exceptional skills of operators across the amenity sector - doing their jobs to an extremely high standard every day.

“Secondly, they have exemplified the whole concept of the safe use of pesticides, being applied correctly and in a sustainable manner.”

ICL Landscape and Industrial Manager Mark Pyrah added: “Accurate application, ably demonstrated by the skills of all the ASOY entrants, is a key element of effective stewardship of products and helping to ensure they will remain available.

“It is all about sprayer awareness - maintaining good application to maintain the product so that the individual is promoting best practice.”

Daniel Lightfoot, Syngenta Turf UK Business Manager, believes the awards should be a shining light of the amenity industry’s approach to safe and sustainable spray application.

“The independent judging panel highlighted Nathan has shown outstanding skills and worked to very high standards to achieve the best possible results,“ he said. "He has proved a worthy winner by showing that best practice can deliver efficient, cost effective and, above all, safe amenity spraying.

“Syngenta recognises that the skills of the sprayer operator are paramount in achieving the full potential from all applications and assuring the future sustainable use.”

Click here for a round-up of everything else that happened on day one of BTME 2018.

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Former Wentworth head man takes on BIGGA presidency

The former courses and estates manager at The Wentworth Club, who worked closely with Ernie Els during the four-time Major winner’s renovation of the West Course, has been announced as President of BIGGA for 2018.

Chris Kennedy, who retired from his role at Wentworth in 2012, succeeded Sid Arrowsmith MG as BIGGA President and was appointed at the BIGGA AGM, held on Tuesday 23 January at the Harrogate Convention Centre during BTME 2018.

Chris said: “I would like to thank Sid for all his hard work over the past two years, as Vice President and then president of BIGGA. I have enjoyed being able to spend time with him over the past year and he’s one of the great characters of the greenkeeping industry. It’s been a real privilege and I am looking forward to taking on this role and representing this fantastic association as best as I am able.”

In a greenkeeping career spanning more than half a century, Chris secured one of the most coveted jobs in golf when he joined Wentworth in February 1990.

Chris began his career at Cowglen, before moving to Haggs Castle, where he spent 20 years. During his time there he oversaw the 1972 reconstruction of the course under the direction of Dave Thomas and Peter Alliss, which led to his being chosen by Wentworth, where the South Course was being constructed.

During his time at Wentworth, Chris oversaw 56 European Tour events. He retired from the courses and estates managers role at Wentworth in May 2012 following his final tournament, the BMW PGA Championship, won by Luke Donald, and with his good friend Ernie Els coming in seventh.

Former BIGGA President Sid Arrowsmith MG said: The main joy of the year has simply been meeting fellow greenkeepers, discussing their issues and their problems and the way they’re going to go about solving them. That’s been the most enjoyable part. I would have to give BIGGA a big round of applause for the work they’re doing. They’ve been working in the background making sure we’re equipped with education and training in order to take on the big responsibilities we’re tasked with in this job.

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Wentworth greenkeeping team receives BIGGA Award

The greenkeeping team at The Wentworth Club in Virginia Water has been recognised for its incredible performance in preparing the course for the BMW PGA Championship 2017 with the BIGGA Championship Performance of the Year Award sponsored by Rigby Taylor.

The redesign of Wentworth’s famous West Course was conducted by European Tour Golf Design, with the support of Ryder Cup captains Paul McGinley and Thomas Bjorn and the Ernie Els Design group. But it was Director of Estates and Golf Courses Kenny Mackay and his team who were responsible for ensuring the changes were implemented ahead of the BMW PGA Championship in May 2017.

All 18 greens were stripped of the old turf and re-seeded with a new creeping bent, while four greens ??“ on the eighth, 11th, 14th and 16th holes ??“ were completely rebuilt. A sub-air system was also installed on all the greens, while new drainage and irrigation was introduced.

Furthermore, all the bunkers were redesigned and reconstructed, with 29 completely removed from play.

European Tour Chief Executive Keith Pelley said: “The greens are spectacular and aesthetically the golf course is considerably stronger. Stephen Gallacher was walking by and he said, ‘The golf course has significantly improved. It’s just absolutely fantastic and the greens are great’.”

Kenny accepted the award at the BIGGA Welcome Celebration sponsored by Textron Golf, held this evening in the Harrogate Convention Centre’s Royal Hall. The awards ceremony is one of the highlights of BTME 2018, the premier turf management exhibition in Europe.

Kenny said: “It’s a very close-knit team. The big challenge we’ve seen is preparing the greens from tournament.

"When the new owners came in we knew we had a plan together. There was a lot of work behind the scenes and all that research came off. It’s two years in the making to get to here.”

BIGGA Chief Executive Officer Jim Croxton said: “This was nothing short of a superhuman effort by the team at The Wentworth Club, who worked non-stop from the moment the 2016 BMW PGA Championship ended until the 2017 event began to ensure the course matched up to the incredible standards required when hosting the European Tour’s flagship championship.

“Well done to Kenny and to all his team on this spectacular achievement, and on being crowned winners of the Championship Greenkeeping Performance of the Year at BTME 2018.

“Congratulations also to the Dundonald Links and Moor Allerton teams, who were both worthy finalists after hosting exceptional tournaments during 2017. All are a credit to BIGGA and the greenkeeping industry as a whole.”

BTME 2018 runs until Thursday 25 January and features more than 150 exhibitors from all aspects of the turf management industry. Each year more than 4,500 greenkeepers, trade members, club managers and other representatives of the golfing industry come together to network and share news of the latest education and innovation.

Visit http://btme.org.uk/ for more information.

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Assistant Greenkeeper

The opportunity has arisen to join the greenkeeping team at Trentham Golf Club in Staffordshire.

We are looking for an Assistant Greenkeeper to join the existing team to maintain our 18 hole Championship golf course. The right candidate will need to be motivated, driven and looking to further their career at one of the Midlands most prestigious clubs. Working under the Course Manager and Assistant Course Manager you will be part of a team of 8 greenstaff and two part-time gardeners.

Having recently installed a new state of the art irrigation system, Trentham Golf Club is committed to producing the very best standards for the members and their guests, together with setting up a course capable of hosting county and national events. Trentham is currently on the approved R&A courses list and an England Golf Championship venue.

The ideal candidate should;

• Hold an industry related qualification such as NVQ level 2 or equivalent
• PA1&6 spraying certificates
• Have a minimum 2 years greenkeeping experience
• Be able to work as part of a team
• Be looking to further their career through training and further qualifications and be looking for further responsibility when it arises

Applicants should send their CV and covering letter stating why you are interested in the post, together with current salary to;

Ed Stant, Course Manager, Trentham Golf Club, 14 Barleston Old Road, Trentham, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST4 8HB or by email to:

coursemanager@trenthamgolf.org

Closing date for applicants: 22nd February 2018

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Head Greenkeeper

Head Greenkeeper

Llanishen Golf Club, in Cardiff, has an exciting opportunity for an experienced and qualified Head Greenkeeper to take responsibility for the management and development of our 18-hole golf course and related surrounds.

The successful candidate will report directly to the Manager and will be responsible for the management of their team, their budget and the course and they will be the key member of the Club’s Greens Committee.

The Role:

• Preparation and maintenance of the 18-hole golf course and surrounds, including practice area(s)
• Develop and improve current working practices and course conditions.
• Plan, organise and motivate the greens’ staff team.
• Management of plant and machinery to ensure all equipment is correctly maintained and serviced.
• Improve presentation and organisation of Greenkeepers compound.
• Management and development of the Club’s course maintenance and development plans.

Skills and experience

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Sports Turf Maintenance.
• PA1, PA2 and PA6 spraying certificates.
• CS30 and 31 Chainsaw licence. (desirable but not essential)
• Practical experience and skills in machinery maintenance and setup.
• Ability to be able to complete tasks to a high standard.
• Competent in mowing techniques with high standards.
• Knowledge of all relevant Health and Safety including knowledge on chemical and waste management.

The successful candidate will be a permanent full time member of the staff with a commensurate salary, to be negotiated.

CV to manager@llanishengolfclub.com

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BTME 2018: Continue to Learn kicks into high gear

The Continue to Learn kicked into high gear on Monday, as the second day of education saw more than 400 delegates take part in the world-class career development programme.

With events divided between the Queen’s Suite in the Harrogate Convention Centre and the Majestic Hotel, there was a wide range of seminars and workshops on offer for BIGGA members at all stages of their careers.

Jeremy Marchant, specialist in emotional intelligence, was speaking at Continue to Learn for the first time. He said he was surprised at how interested BIGGA members were in a topic that wasn’t directly greenkeeping-related, and how ready they were to embrace new ideas.

He added: “I was nicely surprised by the degree of interest, just watching people’s body language as I was talking. There was a lot of interest, and I was primed for that because people told me how much the members of BIGGA are interested in their personal development and how much they’re ready and willing to find out new stuff. It was a really rewarding experience to see that degree of interest.”

The Turf Managers’ Conference, held in the Majestic Hotel, was compered by BBC Radio Leeds sports editor and former BIGGA employee Gareth Jones, who enjoyed his reintroduction to the world of greenkeeping.

“I was really excited to come back, when Sami asked me to be involved,” said Gareth. “Seeing the amount of work that goes into BTME and into the education over the next couple of days. It was always one of my most favourite times of the year, and coming back I got that buzz again. It has reminded me just how important this event is to the whole industry.”

The first day of Continue to Learn on Sunday saw 207 delegates brave the snowy conditions to take part in the education programme.

Continue to Learn at BTME is the largest single education programme for the turf management industry outside of the United States, and is a major feature of the overall exhibition.

Continue to Learn runs until Wednesday 24 January and features more than 250 hours of education.

Although bookings have closed now the show is underway, there are a host of other events taking place at BTME 2018 that are free of charge to those attending BTME. Among them is the BTME Breakfast Club: Cutting Edge Turf Management, and the BIGGA Welcome Celebration sponsored by Textron Golf.

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Seasonal Greenkeepers (April to October)

The Grove, London’s country estate and one of England’s finest luxury golf courses, is excited to announce that we are seeking applications for Apprentice Greenkeepers and fixed term seasonal Greenkeepers (April - October).

The successful candidates will be joining an established and dedicated team participating in the maintenance and development of the championship golf course, artificial football pitch used by the English FA, Premier League teams and the NFL, hotel grounds and surrounding estate.

We are seeking highly motivated, flexible individuals with a passion for golf course maintenance who will thrive in a dynamic and challenging outdoor environment.

Full training will be provided prior to using any equipment and throughout the season we will be looking to run various seminars, workshops or external training courses to further develop each individual.

Working under the direction of the Golf Course Manager and Head Greenkeeper, successful candidates must possess the following attributes and qualifications:

• Self-motivation and a positive attitude, ability to work to high standards.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• A strong work ethic and ability to demonstrate they can work as part of a team and as an individual.
• Good time management and communication skills.
• A full UK Driving Licence is preferable but not essential.
• Previous experience is desired but full training will be provided.

The right candidate will further their skills and training whilst joining a very motivated team who aspire to high standards and possess good team morale.

Our generous company benefits package includes.

• Use of leisure facilities including gym, golf and swimming pool
• One free meal in staff canteen whilst on duty
• Uniform
• Generous discount for you and your family/friends on food and beverage, room rate, and spa treatments
• Dental care
• Subsidised staff accommodation if required
• Excellent training and development opportunities from a gold standard Investor in People
• Discounts with high street retailers through our Benefits App

If you are interested in the above position then please apply via e-mail to Human Resources at recruitment@thegrove.co.uk

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Head Greenkeeper

Llanishen Golf Club, in Cardiff, has an exciting opportunity for an experienced and qualified Head Greenkeeper to take responsibility for the management and development of our 18-hole golf course.

The successful candidate will report directly to the Manager and will be responsible for the management of their team, their budget and the course.

The position is based on a 42.5 hour week, including weekends, worked on a rota basis; flexibility will be essential, particularly over the summer months.

In return, you will receive a competitive salary package.

If you feel that you are the right person for this position then apply with a CV and covering letter to: manager@llanishengolfclub.com

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Assistant Greenkeeper

Established in 1903 East Berkshire Golf Club is a members club located in the village of Crowthorne in the heart of Berkshire. From its origins as a Heathland Course, East Berkshire has matured into a tree lined course of great beauty.

We have employed an architect to provide us with a masterplan for future improvements. This is an exciting time for the club, having recently invested in the construction of a new tee and the drainage of 3 greens and 2 approaches.

As a minimum, the applicants will be expected to demonstrate the following:

• A positive attitude to work, self-motivated and a team player
• A flexible approach to work, work hours and weekend duties
• Must hold NVQ 2 or equivalent qualification and 3 years’ experience
• Be able to work to the highest of standards and possess a keen attention to detail
• Carry out work in accordance to health and safety guidelines
• Want to further their skills, training and development

The following qualifications would be an advantage:

• Spraying Certificates PA1, PA2 and PA6
• Chainsaw Certificates CS 30/31

Benefits:

• 28 days holiday per annum (including bank holidays).
• Educational opportunities.
• Uniform & PPE.
• Lunch on duty
• BIGGA Membership
• Salary expectations are £21,500 - £26,500 p/a based on qualifications, this includes some overtime for weekdays and weekends
• 2 bedroomed accommodation may be available with this role

Apply by e-mail with covering letter and full CV to coursemanager@eastberkshiregolfclub.com

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Greenkeepers in Sweden

Greenkeepers in Sweden

Could this be the next step in your career development?

Agon Golf seek highly skilled and motivated Greenkeepers of all levels for the most prestigious courses in Sweden.

These opportunities will allow you to work as part of a world class team maintaining the course and facilities and delivering a course to tournament standard.

As part of this opportunity you will be provided with:

• Excellent salary
• Accommodation
• Golf privileges
• Clothing
• Any PPE required

English and most dialects is the working language!

Email: Graham@agonconsultancy.com

Call: 0046 739 031214 OR 0044 7497 323496

We will be at the BTME in Harrogate on 23rd - 25th January. Hopefully see you there!

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Head Greenkeeper

Head Greenkeeper - Vilnius, Lithuania

Location: V Golf Club, Vilnius Grand Resort

Job Description

V Golf Club is looking to employ an enthusiastic, highly motivated and ‘hands-on’ Head Greenkeeper, with a solid track record of people management and of their development, to lead their team of dedicated greens staff and enhance the reputation and status of both the golf course and the club itself.

The successful candidate will be confident and knowledgeable about the game, be able to build relationships and lines of communication with staff, members and Club management.

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate a proven track record of high standard golf course presentation.

Reporting to: Director of Golf

Vilnius Grand Resort is one of the top luxurious hotels in the Baltic States. Overlooking two scenic lakes, Vilnius Grand Resort lies amidst 670 acres of lush, rolling countryside, and is only a few minutes drive from the centre of the capital. The resort is surrounded by our magnificent 18-hole championship golf course which weaves among beautiful lakes and spectacular silver birch trees and pine forests.

The Role

The Head Greenkeeper will, amongst other things:

• Be entrusted with the daily maintenance, operations and management of the golf course in accordance with Club Policies.
• Possess a wealth of technical greenkeeping and agronomy skills together with impeccable standards of course preparation and a keen eye for presentation and detail.
• Manage financial resources including control of budgets and management of stock levels throughout the season.

Experience

Your experience should be commensurate with the role; however the following are considered essential:

• A minimum of 5 years Head Greenkeeper experience.
• A thorough understanding of the day to day requirements of a golf maintenance team as well as having played an active role in strategic planning of golf course maintenance.
• Professional qualifications suitable for this senior position, NVQ Level 4 or equivalent, including spraying and certificates for agronomy practices.
• IT skills particular to the greenkeeping industry.
• Mechanical and maintenance skills would be highly advantageous but not essential.
• A keen interest in the game of golf.

Salary commensurate with experience.

Applicants are requested to apply via email, no later than 28th February 2018 to: bjdhalla@specgroup.co.uk

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SE Regional Golf and Dinner

Date: 9th March 2018

Invitation to book onto one of the oldest events in the BIGGA calendar at the prestigious Walton Heath Golf Club

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London Section Turkey Trot

Date: 1st March 2018

The format of the day will be a Texas Scramble competition. (4 ball teams) Arrival: From 8am for coffee & bacon rolls Golf: Shotgun 9am The cost of the day is £35 each for BIGGA Members and Section Sponsors and £50 for non-members). 18 holes Golf followed by 2 course meal. (Please inform us of any dietary requirements) The dress code for the dinner is smart casual, however jeans and trainers are not permitted. PLEASE NOTE: PAYMENT FOR THIS EVENT MUST BE PRE-PAID BY Friday 23rd FEBUARY

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Groundsperson

ABOUT THE RACECOURSE:

It means more at Ascot. Everything is in its place as we meticulously apply the finishing touches to create breathtaking occasions at the iconic Ascot Racecourse. We strive to deliver an uplifting guest experience; an experience which always anticipates our guest’s needs and is seemingly effortless. We are custodians of over 300 years of history, we have a duty to respect and celebrate our heritage which makes us original. We always look and act the part. We are smart, stylishly turned out and courteous, communicating with respect. This is the Ascot Way.

THE ROLE:

To work on all aspects of the Flat and National Hunt courses and grounds maintenance and upkeep, operating machinery and tractor driving as required. This will also involve attendance on racedays, including those that take place at weekends.

Principle responsibilities

• To operate machinery and tractor drive as required
• To assist in the preparation of all racing surfaces and course renovation after racing
• To build and repair (maintenance) of hurdles and fences
• To assist with the movement of the course running rail
• To assist with moving of all grass areas
• To operate the irrigation system and water the track and other areas as instructed
• To assist with the maintenance of non-grass areas inside perimeter fencing
• To assist with the maintenance of car park areas as and when required
• To assist with the preparation of planting schemes
• To carry out general maintenance of machinery as required

In accordance with Health and Safety regulations the job holder is required to take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and of the persons who may be affected by their activities. The job holder must co-operate with the company to enable them to meet their legal duties. This will include awareness of all Health and Safety issues relating to the role including risk assessment, emergency procedures, office safety and any additional relevant training. This list is not definitive.

• To undertake such other duties as the Company may at times reasonably require
• This position requires the job holder to be “on-call”, which may, at times, lead to the necessity to attend work outside of the normal working day

IDEAL CANDIDATE FOR THE ROLE:

The job holder should have experience in general grounds maintenance and use of relevant machinery, including experience in tractor driving. The candidate must hol a valid Full UK Driver’s License or equivalent.

The jobholder should possess core competencies to enable them to promote Ascot as a first-class leisure venue and to ensure that all customers receive the best possible level of service. These include:

• Customer Service
• Forward thinking
• Common sense
• Commitment
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Initiative

BENEFITS AVAILABLE TO THE ROLE:

Alongside a very competitive salary, you will be able to take advantage of a great package. We offer complimentary tickets for each race day that you can give to friends or family, discounts in selected stores on Ascot High Street, as well as Pension Scheme and Life Assurance. We are also keen to support employees with opportunities to grow and develop within Ascot Racecourse.

All applicants for this vacancy should apply via our website www.ascot.co.uk, or alternatively please contact the below:

Donovan Reece - 07939201338

Reon Sanford - 07850914607

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Assistant Greenkeeper

Vacancy Assistant Greenkeeper

Williamwood Golf Club is a parkland, private members golf club located in the south side of Glasgow, which is maintained to the highest standard achievable. The club’s main focus implemented by Course manager Gerry Bruen and the club’s Agronomist is to produce firm playing surfaces with a view to promote and sustain the finer grasses.

The vacancy of Assistant Greenkeeper has arisen and is an excellent opportunity to join a hardworking and committed team.

Below we have listed the responsibilities and qualifications required.

Applicants will, as a minimum, be expected to demonstrate a proven track record of the following:

• A positive attitude to work, self-motivated with excellent time management.
• A flexible approach to work, work hours and weekend duties.
• Must hold NVQ 2 or equivalent qualification and 3 years’ experience.
• PA1, PA6 spraying certificates.
• Be able to work to the highest of standards and possess a keen attention to detail with an ability to provide the best possible playing surfaces.
• Carry out work in accordance to health and safety guidelines.
• Want to further their skills, training and development and involvement with BIGGA.

It would be an advantage but not essential to have:

• PA2 spraying certificate.
• NPTC Chainsaw license.
• Good working knowledge and maintenance of fine turf machinery.

What the club provide

• BIGGA Membership.
• Staff uniform.
• Educational opportunities (Seminars, Training courses, Qualifications).
• Resources to carry out all tasks to the highest of standards.
• An opportunity to increase you skill set, knowledge and enhance your career.

Apply in writing or e mail giving full CV details to gerrybruen1@gmail.com

Mr Gerry Bruen Course Manager

Williamwood Golf Club

690 Clarkston Road

Glasgow G44 3YR.

Closing date 2nd February 2018

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Seasonal Greenkeepers - Sweden

Seasonal Greenkeeping Positions - Sweden 2018

Add European experience to your CV!

What we can offer

• The opportunity to gain European experience working on top golf courses across southern Sweden
• Competitive rates of pay aligned to your individual experience
• FREE ACCOMODATION including bills and WIFI
• Transport made available for local travel
• All work clothing included
• 6 month contracts

What we’re looking for

• Greenkeepers of all levels of experience and positions
• Flexibility and a positive attitude
• Formal qualifications in turf management are a benefit
• Ability to assist with maintenance of machinery or irrigation are particularly desirable
• Desire to work in a dynamic environment

Who we are

Interactive Management Agency Limited specialises in the recruitment of sports turf professionals excited at the prospect of gaining international experience. Our client, GML Sport manages an expanding portfolio of top golf courses across the Stockholm and Gothenburg regions of southern Sweden. With 25 years of experience working with greenkeepers from the UK and Europe, GML Sport aims to provide a big step in the education curve. They offer the opportunity to work with experienced golf course managers who will give you the knowhow on running an efficient golf business and provide you with the opportunity to learn more about the operation of machinery, working practices and agronomics in a severe climate.

Want to know more?

We’ll be at the BTME so if you’d like to arrange an appointment or want to know more, call us on 07799 315255.

Otherwise send your CV to info@interactive-management.co.uk or visit our website at
www.interactive-management.co.uk and we’ll be in touch.

Twitter @IntActiveMan

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