Course Manager

Do you dream of working in the Hebrides and have a passion for golf? Do you enjoy island views? If so, we want you! Join us and be part of a team that values connection, creativity, and making a positive impact on people's lives.

Everyday your backdrop will be an iconic Scottish championship links stretching over 7000 yards from the back tees. An original Willie Campbell design dating back to 1891 and redesigned in 2018 by David J. Russell to modern championship standards, this course is now designed to be played in all conditions.

The perfect links terrain is set on unique dunelands bordering on the magnificent Laggan Bay in Islay.

We’re looking for a Golf Course Manager that can make a difference and run the behind the scenes of our golf links course smoothly. Right now, purpose counts, that’s why at Another Place The Machrie, our overriding purpose shapes our culture, principles and direction. We believe happiness is simply made, that the little things add up, and that people need the time and space to be at their happiest.

If you’re looking for a role that will recognise your talents and provide your future opportunities and career development then we’d like to hear from you.

What your days could look like:

• Oversees the care and maintenance of the turf, ornamental plants, shrubs, trees, natural areas, and water areas on the facility grounds.
• Responsible for all phases of Golf Maintenance and Agronomic operations, cost control, and personnel.
• Works closely with, advises, and coordinates with the Head of Golf Operations on any issues related to golf course maintenance.
• Recruits, supervises and retains maintenance staff. Conducts employee performance evaluations and exercises disciplinary action.
• Provides technical, operational and safety training for employees.
• Develops annual operating budget and plans for maintenance and capital improvement projects.

Job skills and requirements:

• Knowledge of management and maintenance of greens, fairways, roughs, natural sand dunes and potential areas of scientific interest.
• Skill in recruiting, supervising, training, monitoring, evaluating and motivating personnel.
• Ability to anticipate personnel, equipment, and material requirements related to golf course maintenance and repair assignments.
• Ability and knowledge to lay out irrigation patterns, drainage patterns, construct tees and/or greens.

What we can offer in return:

• A relaxed, professional place to work in a beautiful location – Islay ‘the queen’ of the Hebridean archipelago off the west coast of Scotland
• Excellent career prospects in an ever-expanding organisation
• Special rates for you and your friends & family to stay at Another Place Hotels and Watergate Bay Hotel
• Discounts for you and your friends & family to eat at our restaurants
• Team social events throughout the year
• Team assistance scheme – a dedicated helpline for support & advice on topics from mental health through to managing your finances

From discounted stays to training and development opportunities, we're all about helping our team achieve their personal and professional goals. Located above the dunes of a seven-mile beach on the Scottish island of Islay, you'll never be short on inspiration. Working at Another Place isn't just a job - it's a transformative career opportunity.

Apply now and join us in creating memorable experiences that our guests and team remember for a lifetime.