Date: 15th March 2018
Another workshop dealing with identifying stress in yourself and others.
The day will be hosted by Richard Elwell.
Appointment of Assistant Superintendent
Morfontaine is the N°1 golf course in France and one of the premier courses of Europe, with 27 holes designed by Tom Simpson in 1913 and 1927. In maintaining this position the Club’s aims are to produce the highest standards of course presentation for today’s golfer, while sustaining the longstanding traditions of heathland golf.
To help us achieve these aims we are now seeking an Assistant Superintendent who will be able to manage, motivate and organise a team of 9 greenkeepers. The successful candidate will have an extensive range of skills, including the following key qualities :
The remuneration package offered will reflect the qualifications and experience of the candidate
To apply, please send your CV and covering letter by e-mail to: basqueromain@yahoo.fr
or by post to:
Romain Basque, Golf de Morfontaine, 60128 Mortefontaine, France.
Toro Student Greenkeeper of the Year is returning for 2018, with two prizes once again up for grabs.
Last year Nick Machin of Royal Cinque Ports and Angus Roberts of Roxburghe Hotel & Golf Course were crowned winners of the awards, which for 30 years have sought to recognize and acknowledge the brightest talents in the future of the industry.
Nick was crowned Toro Student Greenkeeper of the Year 2017, while Angus became only the second winner of the Toro Young Student Greenkeeper of the Year Award.
Nick said: “The whole process was quite nerve-wracking, but at the same time it was really enjoyable and something I worked hard on. As nervous as I felt at times, I wish I could do it all again!
“All I can say is that if you are thinking about applying for Toro Student Greenkeeper of the Year, then do it. If you know someone you could nominate, then put their name forward and help them to apply.
“To win the competition is a potentially life-changing event, but it is also one of the best experiences you’ll ever have!â€
The prize for the Toro Student Greenkeeper of the Year winner is an incredible six-week scholarship, which sees them travel to the University of Massachusetts to study turf management and also includes a trip to the Golf Industry Show and a visit to the Toro factory in Minneapolis.
The winner of the Toro Young Student Greenkeeper of the Year award receives a two-week work placement at the exclusive Vidauban Golf Club in France, plus a trip to Continue to Learn at BTME.
Major prizes are also available for the awards runners-up and those who nominate the students.
Reesink Turfcare is the UK distributor of Toro machinery and irrigation products and one of the award sponsors. Managing Director David Cole, an award judge, said: “We recently caught up with last year’s winners and both have reported similar benefits of winning. It was deemed life-changing and both said it had offered them career-enhancing opportunities they simply wouldn’t have had before.
“Another point they made was how anyone passionate about greenkeeping should ‘have a go’ and apply. As it was so rightly pointed out, we’re not looking for the ‘perfect’ student, we’re looking for talent and knowledge, of course, but also self-belief, determination and promise. Winning is possible, whoever you are.â€
The Toro Student Greenkeeper of the Year award is available to all greenkeeping students studying for eligible qualifications, while the Toro Young Student Greenkeeper of the Year award is specifically for greenkeeping students aged 20 years and under at the time of the closing date for entries.
The deadline for applications is 18 May 2018. Regional interviews take place from 2-13 July 2018, and the national final will take place at BIGGA House, near York, on 17-18 September 2018.
Click here to apply to take part in the awards.
Click here to endorse an application.
Date: 21st November 2018
Our annual Greenkeepers vs Secretaries match. More info to come…Date: 20th September 2018
Our annual Greenkeepers vs Reps match. More info to come…Date: 26th April 2018
Our annual Spring Meeting Tournament Tee off time is 12pm followed by a 2-course meal More info to come…Company Engelmann is looking to hire a Deputy Greenkeeper to join our team at the number one golf course in Slovakia, the links inspired Heritage Course at Penati Golf Resort.
Penati Golf Resort is located one hour north of Bratislava and is a 36 hole Golf Resort, with the Jonathan Davison designed Heritage Course and the Nicklaus designed Legend Course.
We offer a full time position as Deputy Greenkeeper on the Heritage course from 19th March 2018, or as per agreement.
Modern machinery and facilities.
For further information do not hesitate to contact the Course Manager, Magnus Vuorio, by email.
Send your CV to M.Vuorio@golfplatzpflege.com
Mobile 00421 917 383 918 / 0046 70 721 40 56
Date: 24th October 2018
Learn all the top tips when preparing your machinery for winter
Date: 9th August 2018
Course walk and 9 hole texas scramble
Date: 20th June 2018
Full details on application
Regional Qualifier
Date: 22nd March 2018
For full details contact Stuart Imeson
Date: 25th April 2018
A meeting with a panel of like minded turf management professionals
Date: 8th August 2018
First tee from 2.15pm
BIGGA has unveiled the line-up for the volunteer support team that will be heading to Carnoustie Golf Links this July as it hosts The Open for the eighth time.
BIGGA members who gain a place on the team are given unprecedented access to the world’s greatest golf event, with a greenkeeper on hand to assist every single match that will take place throughout the championship.
Each year the R&A requests BIGGA’s assistance with hosting the championship, meaning BIGGA members have been on hand to witness some of the greatest moments in the history of the game, including Jordan Spieth’s spectacular final round at Royal Birkdale in 2017.
Every BIGGA member is eligible to apply to take part and Kimberley Yeldham, deputy head greenkeeper at Royal West Norfolk, is joining the Support Team for the first time.
She said: “I applied to be a part of the team because last year I was given the opportunity to volunteer at the RICOH British Ladies Open, which made me see a different side of greenkeeping and I fell in love with it. I’m really excited to have gotten a place on the team as I hope to be able to promote female greenkeepers and to encourage more to join the industry.
“I also hope to be able to meet new people and take the things I learn back to my own course.â€
The 147th Open Championship will be the eighth hosted at Carnoustie, on the course laid out by legendary course architect James Braid in 1926.
Since then, Carnoustie’s Championship course has been regarded as one of Britain’s finest, and most challenging, tests of golf.
The excellent Carnoustie greenkeeping team, led by the links superintendent, Sandy Reid, and the Championship course’s head greenkeeper, Craig Boath, will have the course in immaculate condition for the world’s finest players.
In January, Carnoustie was named Environmental Golf Course of the Year 2018 at the Golf Environment Awards, in a ceremony hosted by the STRI and The R&A. The award marks the first time an Open venue has been the reiging Environmental Golf Course of the Year and is credit to the hard work of the team within the community and their continued environmentally-conscious practices in all areas of golf course management.
The course’s 112 bunkers can play an important role in deciding who lifts the Claret Jug, as in 1975 when Johnny Miller lost the championship when it took him two shots to get out of a bunker on the 18th, and it will once again be up to the BIGGA Volunteer Support Team to ensure they are maintained to the highest standard.
BIGGA Chief Executive Officer Jim Croxton said: “Carnoustie has played host to some incredible moments in Open Championship history. Who can forget Padraig Harrington’s play-off victory in 2007, or Paul Lawrie’s dramatic victory over Jean Van de Velde in 1999? I’m delighted that once again The R&A has requested the assistance of BIGGA, allowing us the opportunity to offer some of our most hard-working members with such an incredible opportunity to get inside the ropes.
“It’s a long week, and our team works extremely hard, but the rewards are incredible. Playing a small part in the success of the world’s greatest golf event is hugely satisfying.â€
The BIGGA Support Team will be provided with accommodation, food, refreshments and uniform for the event.
The 147th Open Championship takes place from 19-22 July 2018.
Thank you to everyone who applied to be part of this year’s team.
Here are the BIGGA members who will be assisting the home greenkeeping team for the duration of the event:
Stuart Aho, Thetford;
Daniel Ashelby, Wilmslow;
Mark Bettell, The Rayleigh Club;
John Bowers, Crail Golfing Society;
Stuart Broom, Honiton;
James Bruder, East Berkshire;
Andrew Cussen, John O’Gaunt;
Stephen Davey, Queenwood;
James Dobie, Leyland;
Anthony Duffield, Ham Manor;
Sam Dunn, Stover;
Josh Dunn, The Belfry;
Glenn Dyer, Huntercombe;
Daniel Evans, Maesdu Llandudno;
Sam Evans, Fulwell;
Stuart Ferguson MG, Dunas Park;
Joe Frampton, Pyle & Kenfig;
Dean Franks, Littlehampton;
Jim Gilchrist, Harborne;
Tony Gooch, Great Torrington;
Richard Holmes, Crosland Heath;
Dale Housden, Hollywood;
Jamie Hughes, Lyme Regis;
Graham Ives, Louth;
Kevin Hensman, Rowlands Castle;
Graeme Macdonald, Newark;
Graeme Main, Porters Park;
Anthony McGeough, Richmond;
Michael Mead, Littlehampton;
George Mitchell, Newmacher;
Grant Moran, Morton Hall;
Richard Mullen, Banchory;
John Murray, Golfpark Oberkirch;
Finbarr O’Mahony, Kanturk;
Richard Ponsford, The Bristol;
Leigh Powell, Windlesham;
Angus Roberts, Roxburghe;
John Scurfield, Morpeth;
Blair Shearer, Dunbar;
Charlie Simper, Hadley Wood;
Ash Smith, Meltham;
Robert Smith, Pannal;
Andy Unwin, Birley Wood;
John Waite, Scarthingwell;
Paul Walton, Sharpley Springs;
Tom Workman, Minchinhampton;
Kimberley Yeldham, Royal West Norfolk
We are looking for an integral member of the green keeping team that will over-see the day-to-day preparation of the golf course in all aspects of grounds maintenance to ensure that the golf course is maintained to the highest possible standard. Working under the direction of the Head Greenkeeper you will be expected to work some Weekends and some Bank Holidays.
Ideally you will have at least 2/3 years minimum previous experience of Golf Course Grounds Maintenance and hold a minimum NVQ Level 2 in Sportsturf. PA1/2 & 6a Spraying Certificates would be desirable, and you should be able to demonstrate a good working knowledge of turf machinery, maintenance and current Health & Safety practices, regulations and legislation when working within Trafford Leisure’s procedures and operations. With excellent communication skills you will have experience of adhering to quality systems and have the ability to meet and exceed performance targets and initiatives as specified by the Head Greenkeeper and Golf Manager.
The Package
• Healthcare package including optician, dental, physiotherapy and much more
• Free Gym membership for you
• Free Gym membership for up to 4 of your family
• Childcare voucher scheme
• Ride to work scheme
• 22 Days Holiday
• Company sick pay
• Pension scheme
• PROfile based learning and developmental opportunities
• PROfile based rewards
• Salary: Starting from £18,000
A bit more about us
We are a leading Community Interest Company based in South Manchester. Within our diverse communities we offer a wide range of exciting and high quality services and products to our customers.
Our Values mean that we are clear about what we must do and how we must do it to achieve our vision and so we ask our people to live our PRO values. Our people are Positive, they act in a Responsible way and approach things with Openness and Honesty to deliver a First Class experience to our customers.
Applications should be sent to supportservices@traffordleisure.co.uk
Applications for this job will close 18th March 2018
The selection process will take place on the week commencing 26th March 2018
Handsworth Golf Club is a well-established, private 18 hole parkland course located only three miles from Birmingham City Centre. Widely acknowledged as a hidden gem, this Colt designed course, first established in 1895, is rich in history and reputation.
Reporting to the Course Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for supervising and motivating the team, while producing and maintaining the highest standards of course presentation to meet the expectations of members and visitors alike.
We require an experienced, hardworking, reliable and motivated individual that has the following skills and attributes:
A competitive salary will be offered and on-site accommodation is available in the form of a 3 bed semi-detached house with garden backing onto a lake. This can be negotiated as part of the remuneration package.
Apply to: Adam Jones, Course Manager info@handsworthgolfclub.net sending your CV and covering letter.
