Greenkeeper’s Assistant (Project Focus)

Whangarei Golf Club – Opportunity to shape our future

Are you a hands-on, practical individual looking for a challenging and rewarding role in a stunning outdoor environment? Whangarei Golf Course is seeking a motivated Greenkeeper’s Assistant to support our Greens Team in delivering key course improvement and enhancement projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with parks or recreation experience, a strong practical skillset, and a solid work ethic to contribute directly to the ongoing development and presentation of our golf course and facilities.

The Role Working closely with the Head Greenkeeper and the Greens Team, you will assist with a range of capital works, upgrades, and general maintenance activities that are critical to maintaining and improving course quality. Key responsibilities include:

• Course Infrastructure: Assisting with irrigation and drainage installation and repairs
• Playing Surface Enhancement: Repairs and improvements to teeing grounds
• Hazard Management: Supporting bunker renovation and improvement projects
• General Maintenance: Operating light machinery and undertaking tasks required to support project and maintenance work

Key Requirements and Skills The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Practical Experience: Background in parks, horticulture, landscaping, grounds maintenance, or recreation services (highly desirable)
• Machinery Operation: Experience operating machinery, particularly a small digger/excavator (certification or proven experience is an advantage)
• Initiative & Attention to Detail: Ability to work independently, take initiative, and deliver a high standard of finish
• Health & Safety Focus: Strong commitment to workplace health and safety practices
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively and follow direction from the Greens Team

Employment Details

• Position: Greenkeeper’s Assistant
• Hours: Part-time – minimum of 16hrs per week
• Remuneration: Competitive and commensurate with experience, in line with NZ employment requirements
• Leave Entitlements: Standard New Zealand holiday and leave provisions apply
• Location: Whangarei Golf Club - 10 Par Lane, Tikipunga

How to Apply If you are practical, motivated, and keen to contribute to the continued success of our course, please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience (particularly machinery operation) and your general weekly availability to office@whangareigolfclub.co.nz.

Applications close: Monday 9th February 2026 at 5:00 pm Please note: We may begin interviewing suitable candidates prior to the closing date, so early applications are encouraged. Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.