Golf Course Assistant Superintendent

Cabot Link at Inverness Limited Partnership•Inverness, NS

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Superintendent will bring a strong presence and leadership to support the Superintendent and their team, through this, help create superior course conditions for our resort guests. In addition, the successful candidate will bring passion, team leadership, attention to detail, and the ability to support their department in an inclusive and supportive manner, all with the united goal of achieving organizational success.

Requirements

Have or be willing to get a Nova Scotia Pesticide Applicators license.
Excellent communication skills when dealing with guests and colleagues alike.
Must be proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
Post-secondary degree or diploma in turfgrass science or a related field
3+ years in a similar management role in the golf industry

Nice To Haves

Looking for a team member with great attitude, passion, drive, and experience.

Responsibilities

Train and oversee the scheduling of all turf maintenance staff.
Understand comprehensive course maintenance schedules, including all clubhouse grounds.
Ensure the prolonged health and sustainability of the turfgrass with the use of appropriate applications.
Oversee and implement various on-course projects and development in conjunction with the Superintendent.
Understand irrigation systems and pump house operations.
Repair and troubleshoot irrigation issues.
Assist with all winter snow clearing and maintenance requirements.
Work with other Agronomy team members to ensure facility success.
Implement Cabot operating, human resources, safety policies and procedures for the turf department and golf course operation and maintenance.
Report daily to the Superintendent on golf course conditions and concerns, staffing issues and activities, equipment, and inventory status.
Implement planned scheduled work duties of department personnel. Monitor performance to ensure safety, customer service standards and productivity goals are achieved. Keep overtime hours to a minimum.
Coordinate and oversee the Turf Department personnel's daily activities, monitor performance, provide evaluations, and implement performance improvement plans as appropriate.
Ensure that the grounds are maintained per Company cleanliness and appearance standards.
Implement all approved agronomic plans according to written and verbal instructions.
Coordinate golf course improvements, repairs and maintenance programs while considering player access, golf season peaks and company goals.
Ensure accurate tracking of inventories, fertilizer and pesticide applications, cultural activities, and weather conditions.
Maintain a pleasant and professional manner when addressing associates, contractors, sales personnel, and guests.
Maintain knowledge of current industry developments through continuous attention to golf industry periodicals and participation in relevant trade associations and organizations.
Ensure all practices and tasks comply with the company's environmental protection policy.
Perform all accurate calibration of all application equipment required for fertilizer and pesticide applications.
Perform additional duties as required.