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Greenkeeper Apprentice

Avington Park Golf Course · ITCHEN ABBAS

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Pay
£16,224 a year
Hours
39 a week
Length
15 months
Starts
1 Dec 2026
Advertised closing date
14 Nov 2026
Openings
1 position
Last checked
an hour ago
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What you would do

Train as a Greenkeeper Apprentice at Avington Golf, learning turf care, machinery operation and course setup while working outdoors. You’ll gain hands‑on experience, full training and mentoring, with clear progression into qualified roles. Ideal for someone motivated, reliable and keen to build a career in sports turf.

Day to day

  • Prepare greens, tees, fairways, bunkers and practice areas
  • Operate mowers, strimmers, tractors and other turf‑care machinery
  • Carry out irrigation checks and assist with minor repairs
  • Maintain tidy, safe working areas across the course
  • Support senior greenkeepers with seasonal and renovation work
  • Monitor turf conditions and report any issues

What you would study

Golf greenkeeper (level 2)

Training will be delivered by Train Together through a mix of workplace learning and scheduled off‑the‑job training. The apprentice will complete practical skills development on the golf course alongside structured teaching sessions provided by Train Together. They will attend regular training days covering the Level 2 Golf Greenkeeper Standard, supported by assessor visits, progress reviews and guided learning tasks. All training is planned and monitored to ensure the apprentice meets the full requirements of the standard.

Other training

Train Together will deliver the apprenticeship through a structured blend of workplace learning, assessor support and scheduled off‑the‑job training. The programme includes regular training days, progress reviews and guided learning tasks, with assessor visits to monitor development and ensure the apprentice stays on track. Training is planned around the requirements of the Level 2 Golf Greenkeeper Standard and coordinated with the employer to support consistent learning and progression.

Training provider: TRAIN TOGETHER LIMITED

Working week

You’ll work 39 hours per week, Monday to Friday, typically 7am to 3pm. Summer hours are 6am to 2pm. Some early weekend work may be required during busy periods or events.

What you need

Skills they are looking for

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Patience
  • Physical fitness

After the apprenticeship

After completing the apprenticeship, you can move into a qualified Greenkeeper role and continue building your skills and experience in sports turf and grounds maintenance.

Where

ITCHEN ABBAS, South East (SO21).

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About Avington Park Golf Course

Avington Park Golf Course is a well‑maintained 18‑hole course set in peaceful parkland near Winchester. The team focuses on providing a welcoming environment for golfers and keeping the course in excellent condition throughout the year. We are a small, friendly organisation where staff work closely together to support the day‑to‑day running of the course.

Benefits

Standard employment benefits provided; no additional company benefits offered.

Things to consider

Must be comfortable working outdoors in all weather. The role involves physical activity, including lifting and using machinery. Early start times are required, and occasional weekend work may be needed during busy periods. Reliable travel to the golf course is essential.

Reference 2000059065.

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Greenkeeper Apprentice, Avington Park Golf Course