British & International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA)
Senior Greenkeeper
British & International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA), Fife, Washington, United States
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Hogs Haven Golf Club – Fife – Scotland
Greenkeeper – 7 February 2026
Hogs Haven Golf Club
is pleased to announce the advertisement of various positions within its already impressive Agronomy Team, supporting all stages of a new golf course’s construction, grow‑in, and subsequent maintenance. This world‑class golf development is located just two miles south of the Home of Golf. The development is well advanced, with our agronomy teams focused on phase 1 grow‑in works and phase 2 construction operations. A soft opening is planned for summer 2026, along with a state‑of‑the‑art new golf course agronomy facility, with a full opening scheduled for July 2027, timed to coincide with the return of The Open Championship at the Old Course.
The Agro team’s parent company, A&M Golf, is deeply passionate about the camaraderie of golf, a core value that drives its business. The company owns and operates premium properties, including Hogs Head Golf Club in Waterville, Ireland, and Paako Ridge Golf Club in New Mexico, USA. These venues are designed to engage, inspire, and excite both members and guests, delivering exceptional “Bucket List” experiences with outstanding service and hospitality.
An 18‑hole championship golf course with top‑tier practice facilities
A Par 3 course and a Himalayan putting course
A clubhouse, spa, lodge, and cottages
The restoration of the original farmhouse building to create a unique halfway house dining experience
David Cole, Director of Agronomy, and Michael Hughes, Course Manager, are eager to expand the current Agronomy Team and continue to collaborate closely with the golf course contractors throughout the construction, grow‑in, and long‑term maintenance phases of the golf courses and grounds.
Senior Greenkeepers Reporting to the A&M Senior Agronomy Team, the senior greenkeepers will directly participate in all aspects of the key phases of the construction and grow‑in and long‑term maintenance for A&M Fife’s golf courses and grounds.
Responsibilities
The construction of USGA greens
Extensive drainage and irrigation installation
The construction of bunkers
Sand capping to tees, fairways and primary rough
Playing surface finishing and pre‑plant application
Seeding, turfing and grow‑in establishment
Ongoing assistance with drainage and course improvement projects
Assist with annual seed and turf establishment programmes
Assist with cultural practices applied to all the playing surfaces on the golf courses
Apply pesticide and fertilisers applications by the interpretation of data collation and following an Integrated Pest Management programme
Assist with record keeping and agronomy data collation and ensure they are kept up to date
Apply training for staff on the safe use of operational equipment and care of mowers and other equipment
Assist with the operation and maintenance of the irrigation and pumping systems
The Senior Greenkeepers will be responsible for:
Following guidance from the A&M senior agronomy team, the golf course contractors, the project management team and various consultants assisting and monitoring all aspects of the construction phases for the golf courses and grounds.
Assisting with the maintenance and improvements of the putting greens, tees, fairways, practice facilities, roughs, bunkers and associated facilities
Identifying potential problems and providing corrective solutions and recommendations to the Director of Agronomy
Assisting with drainage and course improvement projects
Assisting with annual seed and turf establishment programmes
Assisting with cultural practices to all the playing surfaces on the golf course
Ensuring proper use of pesticide and fertilisers applications and equipment by following an Integrated Pest Management programme
Assist with training programmes for the safe use of operational equipment and care of mowers and other equipment
Ensuring all record keeping is accurate and kept up to date and all golf course related tasks are recorded
Assist with any relevant administration such as H&S, Training Manuals, Record Keeping, Purchasing, and data collation are maintained within correct legislation
Ensure the Golf course conditions are in line with A&M expectations
Other duties as assigned by the Director of Agronomy/General Manager/Director of Golf/Company Directors
Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and repairs, and communicate with the senior agronomy team and staff with all golf course operations
Assist with monitoring water requirements with the use of ET and moisture devices and apply irrigation based on weather conditions and turfgrass requirements.
Maintaining good communications with all the senior agronomy team and staff and offer assistance and advice when required
Applicants should have:
A consistent history of employment at a good Greenkeeping level
A professional track record in the areas of:
NVQ level 3 or equivalent in Greenkeeping and Sports Turf Management
PA1, PA2 and PA6 spraying certificates but not mandatory
The game of golf
Turf‑grass management
Good working knowledge of golf course operations
Excellent organisational and communication skills
Be an individual with presence and possess the skill and ability to influence others
Experience of working within a similar quality‑orientated organisation
Confidence, and a passion for what you do and not be afraid to talk out
A drive to stay current with continual professional development through industry conferences, and educational opportunities
To Apply Please email michael.hughes@amfife.com with a cover letter explaining your interest in the role, along with an up‑to‑date CV.
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Hogs Haven Golf Club – Fife – Scotland
Greenkeeper – 7 February 2026
Hogs Haven Golf Club
is pleased to announce the advertisement of various positions within its already impressive Agronomy Team, supporting all stages of a new golf course’s construction, grow‑in, and subsequent maintenance. This world‑class golf development is located just two miles south of the Home of Golf. The development is well advanced, with our agronomy teams focused on phase 1 grow‑in works and phase 2 construction operations. A soft opening is planned for summer 2026, along with a state‑of‑the‑art new golf course agronomy facility, with a full opening scheduled for July 2027, timed to coincide with the return of The Open Championship at the Old Course.
The Agro team’s parent company, A&M Golf, is deeply passionate about the camaraderie of golf, a core value that drives its business. The company owns and operates premium properties, including Hogs Head Golf Club in Waterville, Ireland, and Paako Ridge Golf Club in New Mexico, USA. These venues are designed to engage, inspire, and excite both members and guests, delivering exceptional “Bucket List” experiences with outstanding service and hospitality.
An 18‑hole championship golf course with top‑tier practice facilities
A Par 3 course and a Himalayan putting course
A clubhouse, spa, lodge, and cottages
The restoration of the original farmhouse building to create a unique halfway house dining experience
David Cole, Director of Agronomy, and Michael Hughes, Course Manager, are eager to expand the current Agronomy Team and continue to collaborate closely with the golf course contractors throughout the construction, grow‑in, and long‑term maintenance phases of the golf courses and grounds.
Senior Greenkeepers Reporting to the A&M Senior Agronomy Team, the senior greenkeepers will directly participate in all aspects of the key phases of the construction and grow‑in and long‑term maintenance for A&M Fife’s golf courses and grounds.
Responsibilities
The construction of USGA greens
Extensive drainage and irrigation installation
The construction of bunkers
Sand capping to tees, fairways and primary rough
Playing surface finishing and pre‑plant application
Seeding, turfing and grow‑in establishment
Ongoing assistance with drainage and course improvement projects
Assist with annual seed and turf establishment programmes
Assist with cultural practices applied to all the playing surfaces on the golf courses
Apply pesticide and fertilisers applications by the interpretation of data collation and following an Integrated Pest Management programme
Assist with record keeping and agronomy data collation and ensure they are kept up to date
Apply training for staff on the safe use of operational equipment and care of mowers and other equipment
Assist with the operation and maintenance of the irrigation and pumping systems
The Senior Greenkeepers will be responsible for:
Following guidance from the A&M senior agronomy team, the golf course contractors, the project management team and various consultants assisting and monitoring all aspects of the construction phases for the golf courses and grounds.
Assisting with the maintenance and improvements of the putting greens, tees, fairways, practice facilities, roughs, bunkers and associated facilities
Identifying potential problems and providing corrective solutions and recommendations to the Director of Agronomy
Assisting with drainage and course improvement projects
Assisting with annual seed and turf establishment programmes
Assisting with cultural practices to all the playing surfaces on the golf course
Ensuring proper use of pesticide and fertilisers applications and equipment by following an Integrated Pest Management programme
Assist with training programmes for the safe use of operational equipment and care of mowers and other equipment
Ensuring all record keeping is accurate and kept up to date and all golf course related tasks are recorded
Assist with any relevant administration such as H&S, Training Manuals, Record Keeping, Purchasing, and data collation are maintained within correct legislation
Ensure the Golf course conditions are in line with A&M expectations
Other duties as assigned by the Director of Agronomy/General Manager/Director of Golf/Company Directors
Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and repairs, and communicate with the senior agronomy team and staff with all golf course operations
Assist with monitoring water requirements with the use of ET and moisture devices and apply irrigation based on weather conditions and turfgrass requirements.
Maintaining good communications with all the senior agronomy team and staff and offer assistance and advice when required
Applicants should have:
A consistent history of employment at a good Greenkeeping level
A professional track record in the areas of:
NVQ level 3 or equivalent in Greenkeeping and Sports Turf Management
PA1, PA2 and PA6 spraying certificates but not mandatory
The game of golf
Turf‑grass management
Good working knowledge of golf course operations
Excellent organisational and communication skills
Be an individual with presence and possess the skill and ability to influence others
Experience of working within a similar quality‑orientated organisation
Confidence, and a passion for what you do and not be afraid to talk out
A drive to stay current with continual professional development through industry conferences, and educational opportunities
To Apply Please email michael.hughes@amfife.com with a cover letter explaining your interest in the role, along with an up‑to‑date CV.
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