Workshop & Equipment Manager

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Workshop & Equipment Manager - Woking, UK

We are a trusted partner to golf club owners, managers, Committees, and greenkeepers, delivering customised course maintenance solutions focused on continuous improvement, environmental sustainability, and operational excellence. With 35 years of leadership in the Irish golf services industry, we are now expanding into the UK and seeking to recruit a Workshop & Equipment Manager based in Woking.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking company dedicated to agronomic innovation, digitalising maintenance operations, and enhancing course performance through rigorous testing, efficiency improvement and exceptional customer service.

Key Deliverables

• Inspects, diagnoses, and repairs mechanical defects/failures in various golf course maintenance equipment, including, diesel, electric- and gasoline-powered automobiles, mowers, tractors, rollers, and other mechanical equipment used in utility work.
• Instructs and/or trains golf course maintenance workers regarding preventive maintenance, and the proper cleaning of and safe operation of equipment.
• Keeps records for equipment and parts inventory purchases and completed works.
• Completes regular servicing of all equipment and sharpening of mowing equipment.
• Complies with all legislation and regulations including provisions contained in the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974.

Role Specific Skills

• Keen attention to detail with the ability to produce a high standard of work
• Maintain detailed maintenance records
• Knowledge of electrical, electronic, and hydraulic system

Soft Skills & Competencies

• Team player: Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative
• Leadership: Ability to delegate, inspire and communicate effectively
• Communication: Adept at communicating with colleagues and clients
• Punctual & Reliable: Excellent timekeeping and reliability
• Problem Solving: Has the critical thinking skills to analyse problems thoroughly and accurately; takes a structured approach to identifying appropriate solutions

Experience Required

• Qualified Mechanic
• Electro-hydraulic experience is an advantage
• Proficient use of operating reel and bed knife grinders
• Previous experience in a similar role dealing with golf course equipment, agricultural equipment, or plant
• Hold a full driving license
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and use of IT systems

Desirable but not essential

• Welding/fabrication experience
• Practical experience in greenkeeping and/or working with golf course equipment
• Holds a trailer license

Benefits

• Quarterly performance bonus scheme
• Company vehicle
• Mobile phone
• Laptop
• Private Health Insurance