Assistant Greenkeeper
Listing ref e9f00e269c
- WhereKnutsford
- Posted27 August 2026
- Maintain turf health through mowing, aerating, fertilising, and pest control
- Set up and maintain course elements including bunkers, hazards, and tee markers
- Operate and maintain greenkeeping equipment safely and efficiently
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations across all work areas
- Communicate effectively with team members, management, and golf course users
- Apply golf rules and etiquette in course maintenance activities
- Support renovation projects and ornamental area maintenance as required
- Monitor and report on course conditions and operational issues
- Attend training sessions and meetings to enhance skills and knowledge
- Uphold The Mere's values and maintain high standards of professionalism
Please note that we believe in flexibility and multi-skilling, and you may be asked to do different tasks from time to time to enable us to meet the needs of our guests and colleagues.
- NVQ Level 2 in Sports Turf Maintenance (or working towards) preferred
- PA1, PA2, PA6 spraying certificates desirable
- Minimum 2 years of experience in greenkeeping, sports turf, or grounds maintenance
- Experience operating turf machinery including mowers, tractors, and implements
- Knowledge of turf care, including mowing, aeration, irrigation, and nutrition
- Understanding of UK Health & Safety regulations, including safe machinery use and COSHH
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
- Strong communication skills and a positive, team‑focused attitude
- A passion for golf course presentation and delivering exceptional playing conditions
What is in it for you?
- Exclusive Discounts:
- Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere, Spa and Golf discount
- Fairmont, Raffles, and Accor Hotels (friends and family rates are included)
- 20% off food and beverage in on-site restaurants
- Colleague restaurant
- Being part of The Mere Team – our culture is unique!
- You will benefit from training and development opportunities
- Competitive salary and benefits including pension
- 28 days of holiday including public holidays
- 1-5 days service award based on length of service
- Special rates for Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere colleagues and their friends & family and discount across Accor hotels worldwide
- And last but not least you will get to work with a team of EXTRAORDINARY people
What this role involves
General background for groundsperson roles. This listing’s own employer, location, pay and hours are shown above.
- Repair or renovate damaged areas
- Operate horticultural equipment and machinery
- Maintain racecourse turf, fences and drainage
- Typical pay (UK)
- £19,000 starting · £28,000 experienced
- Typical hours
- 39 to 42 a week
Career background: National Careers Service · Open Government Licence v3.0
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