Two Positions Available – 2IC Greenkeeper & Greenkeeper

Circumstances have allowed for two fantastic opportunities to join the team at Ohope Beach Golf Links. Located in the Eastern Bay of Plenty, Ohope Beach Golf Links is a beautiful links course ranked #21 in New Zealand by Top 100 Golf Courses. The Whakatane/Ohope area offers an awesome lifestyle with easy access to great walks, swimming, fishing, the odd whale spotting in the harbour, and obviously playing golf at the best golf course in the Bay!

Both positions are to assist our Ohope Beach Golf Links greenkeeping team, caring for grounds throughout the year. These positions are a 40-hour a week, permanent role, including working a flexible weekend roster.

2IC Greenkeeper

We are looking for someone with:

• Minimum Level 3, preferably Level 4, Sports Turf qualification.

• Current Growsafe certificate and spray experience.

• Experience with RainBird irrigation systems.

• A strong eye for detail and pride in maintaining high-quality turf.

• A positive and professional approach with members, visitors and staff.

• Flexibility and the ability to work independently.

Key responsibilities include:

• Working alongside the Head Greenkeeper to plan and schedule daily work.

• Basic machinery maintenance and reporting faults.

• Assisting with health and safety systems and records.

• Training staff and volunteers in turf machinery and tasks.

• Leading project work and volunteer teams.

• Taking responsibility for the course when the Head Greenkeeper is away.

Greenkeeper

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a positive attitude and takes pride in their work.

• Loves working outdoors.

• Flexibility and willingness to undertake a variety of duties.

• Strong adherence to health and safety procedures.

• Works well in a team and unsupervised.

• An optional attribute would be, to be trained in sports turf or to have worked in the turf industry, this is not essential.

What’s on offer:

• A varied role with interesting projects and opportunities to grow.

• Training and development opportunities within a progressive and reputable golf club.

• Competitive remuneration, with all equipment provided.

• A supportive and enjoyable team environment.

• Full playing membership of the golf club.

• Greenkeeper position: A fully funded and supported Sports Turf apprenticeship, leading to a recognised qualification.

Ohope Beach Golf Links is an equal opportunities employer, providing competitive remuneration and structured support for your career development. If you are passionate about the outdoors, producing quality turf surfaces and being part of one of New Zealand’s finest golf courses then we would love to hear from you.

Please let us know which position you are applying for. Applications will be reviewed on receival, and the positions remain open until filled. To apply, send your CV and covering letter to James Rawsthorne, Head Greenkeeper at greenkeepers@ohopegolf.nz, 027 215 5580 or check out https://www.ohopegolf.co.nz/