Second Assistant Superintendent
The London Hunt and Country Club is accepting applications to join our Senior Grounds Management Team as a Second Assistant Superintendent
The London Hunt and Country Club with over 125 years of tradition is one of Canada's oldest and history rich sporting institutions; including golf, tennis, pickleball, trap and skeet shooting sports. Our Club prides itself in creating an exceptional membership experience while striving to provide a work life balance environment. We are proud of our Grounds culture where talent, leadership, and commitment to each other results in excellence.
This year-round position will present the opportunity to:
- Aspire, grow, develop, teach, lead, learn
- Work with the Senior Club Management Teams to achieve excellence through initiative, commitment to others and self
- Assist, educate, train, develop and encourage team members by example to achieve established goals
- Exposure to leading industry professionals within the OGSA, CGSA, GCSAA, GCBAA, and the ASGCA including Hurdzan Golf
- Carry out tasks to a high standard in a timely and efficient manner, while ensuring the safe use of equipment
- Maintain accurate and detailed records as part of the agronomic and IPM programs
- Implementation of chemical and fertilizer applications along with other cultural practices
- Water management ranging from hand-watering, programming, service, and repair
- Global networking within the turfgrass industry while representing the Club as a professional leader
- Observe with curiosity all things turf...an inquisitive mind leads to lifelong learning
Qualifications required:
- Graduate of a recognized post-secondary turfgrass management program
- 5+ years experience in the golf course industry with emphasis on proven results and future growth
- Possess a valid Ontario pesticide licence with IPM agent qualifications an asset
- Proven leadership and effective communication skills - observation, listening, problem solving, forward thinking
- Experience with irrigation system control and repair procedures, including troubleshooting and maintenance
- Sound organizational and time management skills.
- Excellent communication skills both verbally and written
- Highly motivated, dependable professional, who thrives in an environment that reflects the highest standards in golf
- Character, commitment to learning, integrity, and a desire to the climb the mountain
Compensation for this full-time leadership position provides a competitive wage, RRSP program, short term housing, education, and a health benefits package; renumeration $60,000-$70,000. It is a great role for an aspiring turfgrass professional looking for a long -term growth opportunity and advancement within the Club. If you are committed to playing a key role and joining a talented Senior Grounds Management Team, we invite you to e-mail your resume to Jayson Griffiths, Golf Course Superintendent, jgriffiths@londonhuntclub.com
Application deadline: February 28, 2025 (position filled March 2025)
The London Hunt and Country Club is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equity, value diversity, and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. The London Hunt and Country Club provides accommodation to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, the hiring manager and Controller will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.
