Costa Navarino is seeking for a Golf Course Superintendent

Costa Navarino is steadily raising its profile as a prime, sustainable destination in the Mediterranean by offering a world-class golf experience on the first 2 signature golf courses in Greece. With another 2 golf courses on the way, the award-winning Resort, Costa Navarino, is seeking for a Golf Course Superintendent (based in Messinia, Greece), who will be Responsible for the daily golf course maintenance operations.

Being part of our team, you will have as main responsibilities:

• Oversee the daily management of Golf Course Maintenance operations making sure a 5-star level is achieved
• Daily management of personnel enforcing all company regulations and policies
• Manage responsibly and environmentally sensed the daily irrigation water needs in the different areas of the golf course
• Control the daily stock of materials, parts and all other items necessary for the operation and personnel
• Supervise the landscaping team maintenance works and coordinate with landscaping team
• Advise, work closely and coordinate with the Director of Golf Course Maintenance Operations to operate the Golf Course in a financially, environmentally responsible and professional manner

Knowledge & Skills Required:

· Proactivity, ability to work under pressure in a team environment, but independently with good decision-making skills
· Knowledge of management of warm season and cool season grasses, SP Bentgrass greens in the transition zone and overseeding considered to be an advantage
· Ability and knowledge of golf course irrigation management softwares would be an advantage
· Knowledge of use and operating standards of equipment and tools used in golf course construction and maintenance
· Skills in recruiting, supervising, training, evaluating and motivating personnel
· Knowledge of safe use, mixing and application of chemicals and fertilizers
· Knowledge of the game of golf and golf rules
· Ability to anticipate personnel, equipment, and material requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

· 3-5 years’ experience as a Golf Superintendent or 1st Assistant
· 2-year Degree or Certificate in Turf Management (or related field, like agronomy, horticulture, plant science)
· Advanced computer skills required for financial reporting and control of operations, including use of Microsoft Office
· Valid Driver’s License
· Pesticide Application License
· Speak, write and converse freely in English. Knowledge of Greek will be an advantage

Costa Navarino offers:

· Competitive compensation package
· Οn going training opportunities
· Accommodation in the vicinity of Navarino Dunes (for non – Messinian residents)
· Meals within the premises
· Private Medical Plan
· Use of Navarino Dunes Facilities, according to the relevant policies

Please note: CVs not fulfilling the above prerequisites will not be taken under consideration

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please send an English resume with a photograph to: aggelos.fanariotis@costanavarino.com

www.costanavarino.com/golf-resort