Groundskeeper

Job description

Job Number 24072735
Job Category Landscaping & Grounds
Location Hanbury Manor Marriott Hotel & Country Club, Ware, Hertfordshire, HERTFORDSHIRE, United Kingdom VIEW ON MAP
Schedule Full-Time
Located Remotely? N
Relocation? N
Position Type Non-Management

With its fragrant walled gardens, stately Jacobean country house & 200 acres of Hertfordshire parkland, the historic Hanbury Manor Marriott Hotel & Country Club makes a lasting impression. Marriott International the world’s largest hotel company with more than 500 global locations and 600,000 associates worldwide is redefining the art of hosting so that our guests can travel brilliantly. Combining old school, classic elegance and impressive grandeur with a contemporary, holistic approach, Hanbury Manor Marriott delivers premium choices, sophisticated style, and well-crafted experiences for the discerning.

An exciting career opportunity has arisen to join the Greenkeeping and Estates team at Marriott Hanbury Manor. We are currently looking for a Greenkeeper or someone looking for a change in career to join our team to help maintain and drive the standards of our championship golf course.

The successful candidate will ideally possess the following attributes and qualifications:

·  Full UK driving licence.
·  Be self-motivated, a team player with a positive “can do” and practical attitude.
·  Ideally you will have some previous experience in greenkeeping or horticulture but it is not essential, the position is also open to people looking for their first job in the industry with the aim of moving forward with their career development for the future.
·  NVQ in sports turf or a land-based subject would be advantage but not essential, although a willingness to learn is a must.
·  A flexible approach to work is essential as you will be working on a rota system, which will include some weekends.
·  Must have the ability to produce a high standard of work as part of a team or alone.
·  A desire to further your skills, training, and experiences in the turfgrass industry.

Applicants will be working under the guidance of the Head Greenkeeper and closely with the existing team to continue to present the course and estate to the highest possible standard. Work on the course will involve a variety of duties so this position requires an individual who is able to use their skills in all areas of course maintenance and construction when needed.

About the Property:

Hanbury Manor is part of the Marriott Hotel Group, The Golf Course was designed by, and built under the supervision of, Jack Nicklaus II and Golden Bear Design Associates, a leading US golf course design group.

The first professional tournament that the Course held was the 1996 European Women’s Open followed by the English Open in 1997, 1998 and 1999. The next events to return to Hanbury were The Willow Senior Golf Classic in 2016, 2017 and 2018. This event was then renamed the Sinclair Invitational in 2019.The Course's most recent Tournament was the English Championship held in 2020.

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.

Marriott Hotels strive to elevate the art of hospitality, innovating at every opportunity while keeping the comfort of the oh-so-familiar all around the globe. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep the promise of “Wonderful Hospitality. Always.” by delivering thoughtful, heartfelt, forward-thinking service that upholds and builds upon this living legacy. With the name that’s synonymous with hospitality the world over, we are proud to welcome you to explore a career with Marriott Hotels. In joining Marriott Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.

JW Marriott is part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio and consists of more than 100 beautiful properties in gateway cities and distinctive resort locations around the world. JW believes our associates come first. Because if you’re happy, our guests will be happy. JW Marriott associates are confident, innovative, genuine, intuitive, and carry on the legacy of the brand’s namesake and company founder, J.Willard Marriott. Our hotels offer a work experience unlike any other, where you’ll be part of a community and enjoy true camaraderie with a diverse group of co-workers. JW creates opportunities for training, development, recognition and most importantly, a place where you can pursue your passions in a luxury environment with a focus on holistic well-being. Treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we take care of our associates. That’s The JW Treatment™. In joining JW Marriott, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work,​ begin  your purpose,  belong  to an amazing global​ team, and  become  the best version of you.