Groundsperson - Hamilton Island
Escape winter and work on one of the most beautiful golf courses in the world! Greenkeeping qualifications highly desirable. Must love golf!
Summary about this job
Gardening & Landscaping
Company: Hamilton Island Enterprises
Location: Melbourne
Work type: Full Time
Salary: subsidised accom island discounts
Phone: +61-3-7478-2485
Fax: +61-3-7981-3220
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Detail information about job Groundsperson - Hamilton Island. Terms and conditions vacancy
Work on one of the most beautiful golf courses in the world! We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Groundsperson to join our team at Hamilton Island Golf Club.
Perfectly situated on Dent Island, nestled in the middle of a National Park you will get to experience a unique and exquisite working environment. The 360 degree views of the out-laying islands and the sparking blue water of the Whitsunday passage make this truly one of the most beautiful offices in the world.
In this role, you will assist our Golf Course Superintendent with preparing and maintaining the golf course greens and garden areas. Your role will be ensuring all golf course equipment is maintained and all tasks are completed to a high standard to ensure guest satisfaction. We offer fantastic career progression and have a stable, knowledgeable and outstanding team committed to operating at the highest standards.
About the Role
- Full time permanent position
- Live on Hamilton Island and commute 7 minutes by ferry to the Golf Course
- Apply fertilizers as directed by the supervisor, including maintaining a log of application
- Assist with course irrigation as directed
- Set tee markers and pins on greens daily for play
- Maintain oil, fuel and fluid levels for all types of grounds-keeping machinery on a daily basis
- Maintain a high level of product and service knowledge
About You
- Previous experience in a similar role
- Sound knowledge of machinery and equipment related to this industry
- Open manual driver licence (Essential)
- Greenkeeper qualification (Highly regarded)
- Irrigation experience (Desirable)
- A positive attitude and a passion for golf
- Team Worker with good communication skills
Culture and Benefits
- Largest inhabited island in the Whitsundays
- Award-winning international holiday destination
- Pick up extra shifts through our multi-hire program
- Opportunity to progress quickly in your professional career
- Gain a qualification at the Robert Oatley College on island
- Subsidised staff accommodation - opportunity to save money
- Employee discounts on a range of restaurants and activities
- Discounted ferry tickets
- Close-knit social environment and work culture
- Walk to work - forget city traffic and stress