Job Description: Golf Course Superintendent


Company: Bay of Quinte G & CC
Location: Belleville, Ontario
Job Category: Superintendent
Job Type: Full time
Salary: $TBD - Annually

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Golf Course Superintendent

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Golf Course Superintendent

Bay of Quinte Golf and Country Club

1861 Old Highway 2, Belleville, On. K8N 4Z9

 

Bay of Quinte Golf and Country Club is adjacent to the beautiful Bay of Quinte, just 2 minutes west of Belleville, Ontario. The original golf course was designed by SR Gray/Robbie Robinson, and recently was purchased by a new owner. The Club has added 9 spectacular new holes and is in the process of adding another 9 to become a 36 hole resort. We are looking for a highly motivated,experienced,results orientated and dedicated Golf Course Superintendent to lead our Turf Management Department. this is a year round, salaried position reporting to the Property manager and/or General Manager. As Senior Management, the successful candidate will work closely with other Club Managers. The successful candidates roll will continue to evolve as the operation grows. 

Responsibilities

  • Oversee day to day scheduling of maintenance operation.

  • Oversee completion of work assignments and follow ups.

  • Oversee fertilizer/pcp applications including calibrations and documentation.

  • Proper employee training techniques and keeping a safe workplace.

  • Oversee Health and Safety Committee

  • Assist in grow in of new holes as they are completed

  • Must be willing to work overtime, weekends and holidays.

  • Capacity to schedule irrigation, daily scheduling and installations 

  • Maintain a safe a work environment, and train staff to work in a safe manner

  • Manage IPM scouting and data submission and report in a timely fashion

  • Must maintain and possess a current MOE Pesticide License and IPM Agent certification

  • Manage turfgrass health throughout the property

  • Develope a chemical and fertility program for the property

  • Oversee proper maintenance of equipment, assuring safety standards of all equipment is maintained

  • Work closely with General Manager and Property Manager to operate the facility in a fiscal and proper manner

 

Qualifications

  • IPM Agent (or capacity to obtain within 120 days of employment)

  • Ontario Landscape Exterminators License

  • Valid driver's license

  • Minimum of 5 years turf grass related experience at a golf course facility

  • Degree or Diploma in Turfgrass Management.

  • Experience with Toro irrigation systems as well as capability to troubleshoot and resolve irrigation issues.

  • Proficient computer use.

  • Chainsaw License 

  • Self Motivated, Detailed, Organized, Excellent Communicator and Leads by Example.

  • Understanding of budgets, responsible operational spending and proper inventory controls

  • Proficient in recruiting, supervising, and motivating personnel 

  • Attention to detail and housekeeping

 

Compensation

  • Will commensurate with qualifications

 

Deadline

  • Closing October 31st2024 (position may be filled prior if suitable applicant meets criteria)

  • Start date - no later than January 13th, 2025

  

Interested applicants should forward a detailed resume with cover letter and references, in strict confidence to;

Jim.burlington@bayofquintegolf.com

Bay of Quinte Golf and Country is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations for disabilities will be provided to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process.

Applicants who do not already have legal permission to work in Canada will not be considered.