Greenkeeper

We are recruiting on behalf of a public sector client for a qualified Greenkeeper to support the maintenance of six high-quality bowling greens. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced individual to play a key role in delivering exceptional playing surfaces for the local community.

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining the greens to a consistently high standard, ensuring optimal playing conditions throughout the season. A driving licence is essential for this role.

Your Time at Work

• Maintain and prepare all six bowling greens to a high standard
• Carry out mowing, verticutting, aeration, top dressing, fertilisation, and seeding programmes
• Ensure greens are presented and prepared for play, including rink marking and general upkeep
• Monitor turf health and implement treatments for pests, weeds, and diseases
• Operate and maintain specialist turf care machinery and equipment
• Assist with irrigation and drainage maintenance
• Carry out routine maintenance of surrounding areas, including pathways and landscaped spaces
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards at all times

Our Perfect Worker

• Recognised qualification in Greenkeeping, Sports Turf, or Horticulture
• Previous experience maintaining fine turf, ideally bowling greens or similar surfaces
• Full UK driving licence (essential)
• Strong understanding of fine turf management techniques
• Experience using a range of grounds maintenance machinery
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Happy to work in all weather conditions throughout the year
• Must be happy to go through Disclosure checks in line with requirements from Public Sector 

Desirable Skills & Experience

• PA1/PA6 spraying certificates
• Experience working within a public sector or local authority environment
• Knowledge of bowling green maintenance standards and seasonal requirements
• Additional machinery or turf care certifications

Key Information and Benefits

• Earn £14.68 per hour
• Monday to Friday shifts, 8am - 4pm, allowing for great work-life balance
• Outdoor working
• Stable public sector employment
• Opportunity to manage and maintain multiple well-used community bowling greens
• Training and development opportunities
• Supportive team environment

About Brightwork
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Brightwork Ltd offers the services of an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. Brightwork (part of the Staffline Group), do not charge any recruitment or job-seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process.