Golf Course Superintendent - Oyster Reef Golf Club (HHI) in Hilton Head Island, SC for Heritage Golf Group - Oyster Reef Golf Club
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Golf Course Superintendent - Oyster Reef Golf Club (HHI)
Heritage Golf Group - Oyster Reef Golf Club
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Posted: 02-Mar-26
Location: Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Type: Full Time
Salary: 110000-115000
Categories:
Golf Course Superintendent
Salary Details:
Salary commensurate with experience, health, dental, vision beneftis, 401k option, earned personal time off
Preferred Education:
BA/BS/Undergraduate
Certifications:
CGCS
Class A
Position Available Due to Retirement of Long-Tenured Superintendent
After years of dedicated leadership, our respected Superintendent is retiring, creating a rare opportunity to lead one of Hilton Head Island’s most scenic and established golf properties. Oyster Reef Golf Club is seeking a forward-thinking, hands-on Golf Course Superintendent to build on a strong agronomic foundation and continue elevating course conditions and team culture.
About Oyster Reef Golf Club
Nestled within the gated community of Hilton Head Plantation, Oyster Reef is a semi-private 18-hole championship course known for its rolling topography, mature oaks, tidal marsh views, and elevated finishing holes overlooking Port Royal Sound. The course is a favorite among members and visiting golfers alike for its strategic design and natural beauty.
This is a high-visibility role with strong member engagement and an ownership group committed to maintaining exceptional playing conditions while supporting capital improvement initiatives.
Position Summary
The Golf Course Superintendent is responsible for the overall management, maintenance, and agronomic performance of the golf course and surrounding grounds. This includes leadership of the maintenance team, budget oversight, long-range planning, environmental stewardship, and collaboration with Club leadership to deliver exceptional course conditions year-round.
The successful candidate will combine technical expertise with strong communication skills and a passion for team development.
Key Responsibilities
Agronomy & Course Conditioning
Develop and execute comprehensive turfgrass management programs
Maintain exceptional playing conditions for greens, tees, fairways, and roughs
Implement IPM and environmental best practices
Oversee irrigation system performance and water management strategy
Lead short- and long-term agronomic planning
Leadership & Culture
Recruit, train, mentor, and retain a high-performing maintenance team
Foster a positive, accountable, and safety-focused culture
Communicate effectively with ownership, leadership, members, and guests
Participate in planning meetings and provide regular course updates
Financial & Operational Management
Prepare and manage annual operating and capital budgets
Monitor expenses, payroll, and purchasing
Manage equipment fleet maintenance and replacement planning
Oversee vendor relationships and contract services
Educational Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Horticulture or Plant Science.
Associate’s degree from an intensive two-year turf grass management program.
Experience Requirements
Minimum 5 years of experience in a leadership role (Superintendent or Senior Assistant ready to advance)
Proven success managing warm-season turf in coastal climates
Strong knowledge of irrigation systems and water management
Experience preparing and managing operating and capital budgets
South Carolina pesticide applicator license (or ability to obtain)
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.
