# Senior Greenkeeper - Irrigation & Spraying Specialist

**Company:** [Brocket Hall](https://jobs.workable.com/companies/mt4Nngg6JoBPqsJkQTz5T3.md)
**Location:** Hatfield, United Kingdom
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** Golf

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## Description

Working closely with the Course Manager and wider greenkeeping team, you will play a key role in maintaining and improving our championship courses, with particular responsibility for irrigation management, turf treatments and specialist maintenance activities.

This is a hands-on position requiring strong technical knowledge, attention to detail and the ability to work independently while supporting the wider team's daily operations.

## Key Responsibilities

**Irrigation Management**

-   Operate, monitor and maintain the golf course irrigation systems to ensure effective water distribution and optimal turf conditions.
-   Diagnose and resolve irrigation faults, including sprinkler heads, valves, pipework and control systems.
-   Carry out routine inspections, preventative maintenance and seasonal irrigation adjustments.
-   Support water management strategies to improve turf health, efficiency and sustainability.
-   Maintain accurate irrigation maintenance and repair records.

**Spraying and Turf Management**

-   Undertake the safe preparation, application and recording of approved turf treatments, including fertilisers and plant protection products.
-   Ensure all spraying activities comply with relevant legislation, COSHH requirements and environmental standards.
-   Maintain and calibrate spraying equipment to ensure accurate and efficient application.
-   Assist with developing and implementing turf nutrition, disease prevention and integrated pest management programmes.
-   Monitor turf conditions and identify potential issues, recommending appropriate corrective action.

**Course Maintenance and Team Support**

-   Carry out all aspects of golf course maintenance to a consistently high standard.
-   Support the Course Manager in delivering course improvement projects and maintenance programmes.
-   Assist with supervising and guiding junior greenkeepers, promoting safe and efficient working practices.
-   Ensure machinery and equipment are operated and maintained safely.
-   Contribute to achieving excellent course presentation and playing conditions throughout the year.

## Requirements

-   Proven experience in golf course greenkeeping, ideally at senior greenkeeper level or equivalent.
-   Strong practical experience operating and maintaining golf course irrigation systems.
-   Demonstrable experience in spraying operations and turf treatment applications.
-   **PA1 and PA2 pesticide application qualifications**, or relevant current equivalents.
-   A recognised greenkeeping or sports turf qualification, ideally Level 3 or equivalent.
-   Good understanding of turfgrass management, irrigation scheduling, fertilisation and disease control.
-   Ability to diagnose technical problems and carry out practical repairs.
-   Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and a proactive approach.
-   Ability to work independently and support the wider team.
-   Full UK driving licence.

## Benefits

-   Pension Plans
-   Training & Development
-   Enrolment in Brocket Hall staff benefits program, including free access to golf facility, discounted gym membership, discount on all FB offerings, retail, accommodation and ticketed events.
-   BIGGA membership