Careers

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We operate the PGA Services at Ferndown Golf Club and have this fantastic opportunity for someone to further their career in the golf industry.

Employment Status: Full Time Employee or Self Employed Role

Package: Competitive Salary + incentive-based bonus scheme + Lessons Income

Ferndown Golf Club ’ The Old Course' was Designed by Harold Hilton, the Open Champion in 1892 and 1897. Harold was in fact, the only British amateur golfer to win the British and US Amateur titles in the same year (1911). Ferndown opened for play in 1913 and has become one of the top Golf Clubs in Dorset and the UK. The ‘Alliss Course’ designed by Mr J Hamilton Stutt, was constructed and launched in 1969. Consisting of 9 holes, but with a variety of tee positions offering 18 different starting points, this challenging course is enjoyed by members and visitors alike and is a valuable addition to all that Ferndown can offer. A founder member and past Chairman of the British Association of Golf Course Architects, Mr J Hamilton Stutt had previously worked alongside Mackenzie Ross on such well-known courses as Turnberry – Ailsa Course, and St Mellion.

A members Club managed by an Executive Committee dedicated to improving the course and the whole golf experience.

The Club in 2020 invested in a NEW driving range which includes 4 Outdoor & 4 Indoor bays, Also they invested in a Trackman Performance Studio for Teaching & Custom Fitting.

The successful candidate will replace our PGA Golf Manager who is leaving after a successful 8 years stint.

The role will take responsibility for the experience of both members and visitors, alongside development of the Retail business within the Professional Shop. You will be required to manage:-

Tee Times

Members Competitions via Intelligent Golf

Driving Range

Fleet of Lithium Battery Buggy’s with GPS

Fleet of Electric Trolleys

Support Staff within the Shop

Reporting to the Captains Committee

Integral Part of the Organisation for Corporate Days, Charity Days & The Festival Week

Alliss Course Academy Organiser

Golf coaching and associated qualifications would be advantageous but not mandatory, golf shop management experience would be required together with a management focus for members and visitors.

Qualities & Experience

Golf qualifications are Important but not essential 

Intelligent Golf Software Experience 

Knowledge of golf, retail, coaching,

Experience in Staff Management 

Driving Range Management 

Golf Buggy Fleet Management 

Proficient IT skills

Ability to manage the demands/Golf Experience of members and visitors

Ability to manage in a cost sensitive environment

Personal Attributes

Good business acumen

Driven by Presentation  

Willing to deliver change and encourage Retail Sales

Customer & Members focused

Self-motivated

Good interpersonal skills

Positive attitude

Please email applications to craig@evolutiongolf.co.uk by the 14th February 2021