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Oyster Reef Golf Club is a hidden gem on Hilton Head Island, offering a well-balanced blend of challenging play and natural beauty. Nestled in the peaceful community of Hilton Head Plantation, the course is known for its scenic layout and top-notch conditions. Oyster Reef takes pride in maintaining excellent course conditions. The greens roll smoothly and consistently, and the fairways are kept in fantastic shape. Even during the summer months, the course holds up well under heavy play, which is a testament to the hard work of the grounds crew.
Job Summary (Essential Functions)
Manage and maintain golf course properties including golf course, clubhouse grounds and landscaping, open spaces and the equipment used to maintain these areas at the direction of the Superintendent.
Responsible for the implementation of all golf course maintenance programs.
Job Tasks/Duties
Maintains all grounds and course maintenance equipment according to the club’s / company’s
turf management program with the assistance of the Superintendent.
Schedules, trains, supervises and evaluates all personnel assigned to department with the assistance of the Superintendent.
Maintains accurate work records for all personnel in the department with the assistance of the Superintendent.
Supervises and/or executes all planting, fertilizing, care and removal of turf, plants, shrubs, trees and
other facilities on the golf course.
Maintains course in proper playing condition.
Inspects course regularly to evaluate and recommend improvements.
Inspects irrigation pump station frequently to ensure safe operation.
Helps to ensure that entire golf maintenance facility is clean and organized (including irrigation parts room, chemical storage room, and mechanics parts room).
Oversees repairs of broken water lines or valves and may perform necessary repairs in an emergency.
Records all maintenance on course for review with the Superintendent.
Establishes short- and long-range plans for the golf course with the Superintendent.
Oversees the application of fertilizers and nutrients for the property.
Works closely with the Superintendent to implement the property’s safety program.
Ensures that chemicals, petroleum, and other controlled products are used, stored and disposed of in accordance with local, state and federal regulations; maintains required records and strives to minimize
the use of chemicals and petroleum products.
Communicates as necessary with the golf shop relating to on-course activities.
Attends staff and management meetings.
Keeps members informed about current and future maintenance activities.
Conducts daily facility security checks ensuring accurate inventory of equipment and keys.
Plans professional development and training activities for subordinates including safety training for equipment use and proper handling of fertilizers, herbicides, and all other chemicals used on course; assures that SDSs are available in convenient location.
Works with Superintendent to ensure proper landscaping for property outside of golf course including the clubhouse and surrounding areas.
Helps to coordinate applicable work with outside contractors.
Determines when course should be closed due to weather conditions that may damage the course if play continues.
Conducts other appropriate
Previous work as an assistant to an experienced Golf Course Superintendent is required
Previous supervisory experience in a club or golf course setting.
Have a basic understanding of the rules of golf.
Be up to date on federal, state, and local laws on golf course operations.
Some administrative and executive ability, especially critical in problem-solving and decision-making. Need to work in “team” atmosphere while executing the vision of the Superintendent.
Ability to perform required role in emergency situations.
Golf Course Superintendent Association of America (GCSAA)
Pesticide Application certification.
Valid driver’s license.
Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions.
Frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
Able to meet and perform the physical requirements and to work effectively in an environment which is typical of this position.
Frequent lifting, bending, climbing, stooping, and pulling.
Heritage Golf Group is the Fastest Growing Country Club Lifestyle company in the United States fueled by an abundance of industry leadership experience and strong relationships. In nearly 3 years, Heritage has grown in size from 6 owned clubs to now 28.
Mark Burnett, Heritage's President and CEO with 30 years of industry experience took the helm with new ownership in January 2020. The new leadership team has a passionate vision to purchase clubs, modernize amenities for current and future members by investing millions while also improving current operations and experiences.
The company is becoming well known for being innovative and transformative throughout all Member and Guest areas while bringing new technology and futuristic thinking.