Maintenance/Mechanical Operative.

Golf Course Maintenance Services (GCMS Ltd) is a trusted partner to golf club owners, managers, Committees and green keepers, our customised course maintenance solutions provide continuous, never-ending improvement through environmentally friendly and sustainable agronomic leadership, rigorous testing and measuring, improving productivity, maximising efficiency and digitalisation of maintenance operations, which heightens customer satisfaction, bolstering the reputation and appeal of their courses. The company has been a leader in golf services in Ireland for 35 years.

We are now looking to recruit a full time Golf Course Maintenance Operative  who will report to the Head Mechanic and overseas a comprehensive maintenance programme. This includes repair of failing equipment and keeping records (Job Cards) of part and labour needed to maintain each piece of equipment. The operative discusses items required to maintain or service equipment with the Purchasing Manager/Head Mechanic. The operative properly communicates any needs or problems relating to the maintenance or repair of equipment to the head mechanic. Safety should always be a priority and the operative is responsible for maintaining a clean work environment and maintenance building.

Typical Duties & Responsibilities

1. Inspects, diagnoses and repairs mechanical defects/failures in various golf course maintenance equipment, including, diesel-, electric- and gasoline-powered automobiles, trucks, trenchers, sweepers, rollers, mowers, and other mechanical equipment used in utility work.


2. Instructs and/or trains golf course maintenance workers regarding preventive maintenance, and the proper cleaning of and safe operation of equipment.


3. Grinding and Sharpening of Cylinder Mowers 


4. Maintains a preventive maintenance programme within budget on all equipment, and purchases repair parts and replacement supplies.


5. Keeps a complete set of records for equipment and parts inventory purchases, equipment conditions, costs of repairs and preventive maintenance for all equipment.


6. Spot checks equipment for performance on the course, makes emergency repairs to equipment on the course, and services or supervises servicing of equipment prior to use.


7. Responsible for use and care of all shop tools and to keep a neat, clean, and safe work area.


8. Monitor opening and closing of entrance/exit gates to insure the security of golf course maintenance facility.

Desirable but not necessary qualifications 

1. Mechanical experience


2. Abrasive wheel training


3. Forklift licence


4. Experience with grass machinery


5. Clean driving licence 

Benefits

-Monday to Friday only with flexible hours

-Professional Development available

-21 days annual leave

- Full training will be provided