The North Battleford Golf and Country Club is now accepting applications for the Assistant Superintendent position. North Battleford is located in north central Saskatchewan, one hour west of Saskatoon. The Battlefords is a growing community of 20,000 people which offers affordable living, excellent amenities and abundant recreational opportunities.

The golf course is situated in the North Saskatchewan River Valley on rolling terrain with tree lined fairways. The HDP irrigation system includes Toro sprinkler heads controlled by the Lynx program. Future upgrades to the golf course are under the guidance of a Gary Browning Design master-plan.

The successful applicant will be highly motivated, goal oriented and dedicated to achieving success in turfgrass management. As the Assistant you will report directly to the Superintendent and will play a key role in our turf management team

The Assistant will be expected to:

• Report daily on course conditions

• Assist in scheduling and daily planning

• Participate in all aspects of the maintenance program

• Assist in training and evaluation of employees

• Apply fertilizers and pesticides

• Supervise staff in projects and in-house construction

. The successful applicant will possess the following:

–  turf education or relevant experience
– a minimum of two years turf maintenance experience
– good supervisory, training and coaching skills
– good verbal and written communication skills
– a familiarity with automated irrigation
– a familiarity with fertilizers and pesticides as well as calibration
– a strong understanding of cultural practices
– a pesticide applicators certificate or ability to obtain one
– a desire to learn and lead

This is a year round position. This hiring is meant to be included in a succession plan.

This is a year-round position. The successful applicant will possess a strong desire to become a Golf Course Superintendent. This hire can be considered part of a succession plan.

Contact info:

Grant Sawchyn

Golf Course Superintendent

North Battleford Golf and Country Club

#1 Riverside Dr.

North Battleford, Sask.

S9A 2Y3

Or
gsaw@sasktel.net