Seasonal Assistant Greenkeeper

Tyrifjord Golfklubb is located on the peaceful island of Storøya in lake Tyrifjord, 40 minutes from downtown Oslo.

There is more to Tyrifjord than just the golf! In addition to great scenery, Storøya offers a trip through Norwegian history back as far as the Middle Ages with its links to the Vikings, and the development of Christianity in Norway when the island offered refuge for pilgrims from all over Northern Europe on their way to Nidaros catherdral in what is now the city of Trondheim.

Tyrifjord is one of the most popular and picturesque golf courses in Norway. Well known for the quality of its fairways and challenging, undulating greens.

The club has hosted the Norwegian Stroke-play Championship and is ranked in the top 200 golf courses of mainland Europe.

Tyrifjord Golf Club has a renowned reputation for our outstanding service to both members and visitors, as well as being one of the best maintained courses in Norway.

As we prepare for the 2025 season, we have vacancy for Seasonal Assistant Greenkeeper positions on our greenkeeping team.

The role offers an exceptional opportunity for personal development in the greenkeeping industry as you will be working in a tight greenkeeping team under the guidance of our experienced Assistant Head Greenkeeper, Nick Dash.

You will be suitably qualified in the practicalities of producing a very high standard of presentation throughout the golf course. You will be proficient with the use of modern maintenance equipment and shall possess the ability to work on your own initiative but within a team role.

• To assist the Greens team with the daily maintenance of both course and practice areas to keep our course in the very best condition.

• To assist the Greens team to ensure that all equipment is kept in a good working order and to report any faults immediately.

• To adhere to current health & safety procedures.

• To be able to achieve a high level of attention to detail in all tasks being undertaken.

• To be highly motivated and productive with a strong work ethic and able to work as part of a large team.

• To communicate effectively with colleagues, supervisors, and members.

• This position involves early morning starts, working outdoors in all weathers throughout the season.

Job requirements

• Full clean driving license

• Golfing experience (advantageous, not essential)

• Ability to work with others and follow instructions from supervisors and managers

• Chain saw certificate (advantageous, not essential)

• Mechanical experience (advantageous, not essential)

• NVQ Level 2

• High attention to detail

• Social, hardworking, and reliable

Nice to have

• Fluent in English

• Good physics

Benefits

• An attractive package will be offered to the successful applicant.

• Employment to commence March/April 2025, full-time - 40 hrs./week

• On-site accommodation and parking is available.

• Opportunity for subsidized further education/qualifications.

• Salary range (pr hour): 180 - 200 NOK (Gross pay)

To apply, please send your CV and application letter to post@tyrifjord-golfklubb.no