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The Atmosphere:
Located on banks of the Fraser River in beautiful Vancouver, British Columbia, Point Grey is a premier private golf club focused on high-end playing conditions and an exceptional golf experience since 1922. The golf course is currently planning major course improvements to charter a successful, and exciting path for Point Grey.
The Opportunity:
The Point Grey Course and Grounds team is seeking a highly motivated and experienced
Assistant Superintendent who is eager to grow their career. This opportunity is ideal for individuals who are interested in developing their leadership, communication, financial, and agronomic skills to successfully manage a golf course with high expectations.
Operationally, the Assistant will partner with the Associate Superintendent to lead and coordinate maintenance activities and develop a team that is committed to high standards. The successful candidate will be driven, respectful and detail oriented.
Responsibilities:
- Recruit and retain quality golf course maintenance staff.
- Effectively lead and schedule staff to ensure best in class golf course conditions.
- Collect, record, and interpret course data to make maintenance decisions.
- Proactively identify and correct agronomic problems that may arise.
- Ensure staff receives proper safety and skills training to effectively complete maintenance activities.
Qualifications:
- Completed a degree or two-year diploma in a turfgrass related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in golf course maintenance with 1 year in a supervisory or leadership role.
- Strong knowledge of turfgrass management practices, irrigation systems, and equipment operation.
- Able to make decisions and influence change.
- Proven track record of being detail oriented.
- British Columbia Landscape Applicators License or the ability to obtain one.
- The start date for this position is Fall 2024 (flexible).
Our Benefits:
As a valued member of our team, you will have access to services and benefits that help you get the most out of work and life. Your total compensation package includes:
- Annual salary range of $75,000 – $90,000, based on experience
- Possible moving/relocation allowance
- Cell phone allowance
- Comprehensive Health and Dental benefits package
- Employer pension matching program, up to 5% annually
- Access to the golf course and practice facilities
- Retail discounts
- Staff social events
- Development opportunities (tuition reimbursement, leadership development, and more)
- A supportive team of colleagues to work alongside
About the Golf Course:
Point Grey’s Course & Grounds team is committed to developing careers. Examples of this commitment include an employee bursary program, and the Vancouver Turf Internship program which has placed multiple Assistant Superintendents.
The club is equally committed to creating a golf course system that will thrive in future climatic, economic, and regulatory environments. This process started in 2019 when the club rebuilt three new holes and a driving range that require fewer synthetic inputs and water. Current planning includes the opportunity to rebuild the remaining 15 holes, which can be seen in this video rendering.
Point Grey Golf & Country Club is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We would like to thank all applicants, however only those of interest will be contacted.
Apply Today by Sending Your Resume!
To apply to this position, please send your resume to Kate Baker, HR Administrator at Point Grey Golf & Country Club
hradmin@pointgreygolf.com
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