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Course Description:
Shannon Lake golf course nestled into the beautiful mountain sides of West Kelowna is a 6121 yard 18 hole semi private course and one of the busiest in the Okanagan Valley. Established in the early 80’s as a 9 hole, we quickly expanded to 18 holes in the late 80’s.
Shannon Lake has hosted various zoned amateur events over the years and although we don’t have a long yardage we have some very challenging greens which many players often overlook when first reading the scorecard, par is often well protected.
We are in the 1st phase of a full hdpe, 18-hole Rainbird irrigation system replacement designed by Reg Down of Pacific Irrigation Consultants and installed by Olsen Beatty Irrigation. Completion of the first phase is scheduled for May of this year (9 holes). The second phase is tentatively scheduled to begin in September of this year. We will be working with Rainbirds latest Cirrus Pro software.
There are several course improvement projects scheduled over the coming years including new greens complexes, re designed 1st tee area, tee box and bunker renovations. We worked with Goodwin Golf in 2022 to build 4 Better Billy bunkers which have been a big success, as well as enlarging and re leveling 4 sets of tees. Course improvements are approved based on a long range master plan the course has in place.
Shannon Lake has a board of directors who are responsible for all major decisions regarding the club.
Position:
Shannon Lake are accepting applications for the position of Assistant Superintendent. At an exciting time in our course development we are seeking a candidate who is hard working, dedicated, a people person, fun, career orientated and always looking to improve their own professional development as well as the
golf course and our staff.
The Assistant Superintendent will work alongside and report directly to the golf Course Superintendent and General Manager and become part of the clubs 7 person management team. This role is ideal for someone wanting to move up in the industry with goals to become a Superintendent in the future.
Specific Requirements and Qualifications Include, but Are Not Limited To:
- Turf grass Management Diploma, studying towards their diploma, or we will consider candidates with no prior Turf grass education
- Possess or obtain BC pesticide applicators certificate (within 3 months) and keep up to date on CEC’S or re certification. (course pays)
- Be directly involved in Shannon Lakes IPM program, weekly IPM reporting as well as completing post spray reports for IPM record keeping
- Be directly involved in maintaining, operating, and managing other staff members maintaining the golf course irrigation system including, scheduling, repairs, and general upkeep
- Training staff
- Occasionally running staff morning meetings, job delegation, scheduling, staff monitoring and record keeping
- Apply or manage/train others applying granular fertilizer applications
- Proficient in the use of Word, Excel, or their equivalents
- Manage the turf care crew independently in the absence of the superintendent. Typical in season shift will be Sunday to Thursday
- Assistance, training, and support will be given to ensure all candidates can complete the above requirements if they do not already feel fully qualified to do so
Compensation and Benefits:
- $55,000 to $65,000 annual salary. (full time paid position)
- Matching RRSP contributions up to 5% of salary on 2 year work anniversary. 2nd year of employment will count towards contribution
- Extended health and dental benefits program available
- Food and beverage allowance of $1700 per season (1 meal per working day on average)
- Profit sharing
- Extended time off from Christmas until early February
- Association dues
- Clothing allowance
- Pro shop discounts
- Free golf at Shannon Lake with some exceptions on tee time availability
Application Closing Date:
Thursday February 29th 2024
Start Date:
March 2024
Apply Today by Sending Your Resume!
To apply for this position please send your resume and cover letter to Thomas Calder, Superintendent at Shannon Lake Golf Course
super@shannonlakegolf.com
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