Golf Course Maintenance Operative

Job description – Golf Course Maintenance Operative

Trump International Doonbeg is a coastal haven, hidden on a sheltered corner of the Wild Atlantic Way where world-class golf meets an intimate Spa, amazing food and access to the best activities, culture, heritage and one of the most picturesque settings Ireland has to offer for conferences, meeting, incentives and special events.

Recognised among the best championship Links Courses in the world and named best Golf Resort in Ireland by the Irish Golf Tour Operators Association. At the heart of the resort is the Irish Country house hotel with one of Irelands best Hotel Restaurants, the Ocean View Restaurant. And Ocean is a recurring theme, ever present with stunning views of the rolling waves and the rugged landscape stretching as far as the eye can see to the Cliffs of Moher.

Trump International Doonbeg is home to a proud and motivated workforce of over 300 staff during high season, offering a world class 5 Star Hotel workplace, with the beauty and balance of west Clare living.

Job Title:                                                Golf Course Maintenance Operative (with specific duties focused on monitoring and maintaining the dune face of the golf course) on a daily / weekly basis.                                             

Department:                                       Golf Maintenance

Responsible To:                                  Golf Course Superintendent 

Main Purpose of Job:                        To monitor and maintain the dune face using various methods, to minimise the impact of erosion on the golf course and the land overall. The areas to be maintained run along the golf course from the southern end (hole 18) to the northern end (hole 9).

Liaises with:                                        Golf Course Superintendent and General Manager

MAIN DUTIES

• Inserting, monitoring and maintaining structures (pallets, netting, marram grasses….otherwise known as soft measures) that are designed to capture sand, stabilise the dune face and minimise / grow the land f the golf course seawards where possible.
• Harvesting and sprigging marram grass on the dune face.
• Creating additional structure work that will help to accumulate sand, seeding, & hydroseeding
• Operates some light powered equipment if required to achieve the above objective (Training may be required).
• To ensure signage remains in place that discourages members of the public climbing the dune face.
• To assess and report back on the condition of the dune face following storm events.
• To work in association with the Golf Course Superintendent in maintaining a photographic record of the dune face in paces or overall, weekly.
• Picking any litter or debris that may occur daily.
• Reports all findings to the Superintendent/Assistant Superintendent and General Manager.
• To be actively engaged and proactive in seeking solutions in relation to this important matter.
• Perform other ad-hoc duties as assigned by Management.

QUALIFYING CRITERIA

• Ideas focused and solution driven.
• Flexible with working hours.
• Good organisational skills.
• Operates to a very high-quality standard with a keen eye for detail.
• Strong team player with the ability to multi-task.
• Positive attitude, cheerful and courteous demeanour.
• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Ability to remain calm whilst under pressure. 

BENEFITS

• Regularly stocked canteen for meals, snacks and beverages while on duty.
• Discounts in our Spa, Hotel & Golf course.
• Discounted staff and friends and family rates available in other group properties in the United States, and the United Kingdom
• Free Car parking.
• Regular staff appreciation initiatives.
• Opportunities to develop and grow through assisted educational opportunities.
• Sick Benefit scheme.
• Personal locker where required.

• Opportunity to learn and play golf out of hours plus the opportunity to invite golf guests at a reduced rate.