Clifton Springs Golf Club is seeking an experienced and motivated Course Superintendent to lead the presentation, maintenance, and continued development of our golf course. This is a key leadership role within the Club, responsible for delivering consistently high playing conditions and leading an engaged course maintenance team. The successful candidate will bring strong agronomic knowledge, practical operational capability and a genuine passion for golf course presentation. Reporting to the CEO and working closely with Golf Operations, the Course Superintendent will manage all aspects of course maintenance, including turf health, irrigation, machinery, staff, budgets and course improvement projects.

Key responsibilities

Lead, develop and supervise the course maintenance team

Deliver a consistently high standard of presentation across greens, tees, fairways, bunkers, gardens and surrounding course areas

Develop and implement annual maintenance, agronomy, irrigation, fertiliser and chemical application programs

Monitor turf health, soil conditions, pests, diseases and weather impacts

Manage daily work schedules, staff rostering and contractor requirements

Oversee the safe operation, maintenance and replacement planning of course machinery and equipment

Prepare and manage course maintenance budgets, including labour, materials, chemicals and capital requirements





Support the planning and delivery of course improvement and capital works projects

Work collaboratively with the CEO, Head of Golf, Golf Operations and Club management on course set-up, competitions, events and member expectations

Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety, environmental and chemical-handling requirements

About you

Demonstrated experience as a Course Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent, or senior turf professional

Relevant qualification in Sports Turf Management, Horticulture, or a related discipline

Strong knowledge of golf course agronomy, irrigation systems, turf nutrition, and chemical applications

Proven experience leading, developing and motivating a team

Sound financial and budget-management capability

Strong communication skills and the confidence to work with members, management, contractors, and suppliers

A proactive, practical, and hands-on leadership style

Current driver's licence: chemical accreditation and relevant machinery licences are highly regarded

Availability to work early mornings, weekends and public holidays as required

About us

Clifton Springs Golf Club offers an exciting opportunity to lead the course operation at a progressive and growing Club, with a strong commitment to course presentation, member experience and future investment.

Clifton Springs Golf Club is an equal prospect employer.

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📌 Course Superintendent (Greater Geelong City)
🏢 Clifton Springs Golf Club
📍 Greater Geelong City