Apprentice Greenkeeper Delta Hotels by Marriott
We are looking to recruit an Apprentice Greenkeeper. As a world-class leader in the travel industry, there’s no better place than Marriott International to make your mark. Joining us, you’ll get to entertain and meet people from all over the world as you build your experience.
Closing date: 30 Apr 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£20,800.00
£10 per hour.
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Working week
With this role you will be working 40 hours per week over 5 days, including weekends.
Total hours per week: 40.0
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Expected duration
24 Months
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Possible start date
01 Jul 2023
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Date posted
21 Feb 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Intermediate
Level 2 (GCSE) -
Reference number
VAC1000136764
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Positions
1 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
You will work alongside a team of Greenkeepers with many years of experience in varied roles within the Greenkeeping Industry, initially working on basic Greenkeeping duties and then being introduced to all golf course equipment and machinery, learning skills such as:
- Preparing the golf course for play to the highest standards
- Spraying and disease control
- Construction, aeration, drainage and turfing works
- Learn to operate a wide range of golf course machinery
- Have knowledge of and adhere to health and safety regulations and procedures
- Work alongside a mentor within the department, to learn a variety of skills
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
Training will be provided in the workplace through Myerscough College where you will work towards the Golf Greenkeeper Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard.
The apprenticeship is made up of a number of different nationally recognised qualifications which are as follows:
- City & Guilds Certificate in Golf Greenkeeping
- The qualification is made up of a number of mandatory units designed to have maximum relevance to the job & integrate with day-to-day responsibilities.
- End assessment, conducted by an independent assessor, which include:
- Knowledge test (30% of grading)
- Personal statement & portfolio of evidence (20% of grading)
- Course walk & practical end assessment 5 – 6 hours (50% of grading)
- There will be 3 levels of achievement: Pass, Merit & Distinction.
This standard is recognised by the British & International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA), the Professional Body for Greenkeepers. At the start of the apprenticeship the apprentice will be registered with BIGGA. Upon completion of this standard the apprentice will be eligible to join BIGGA as a full member and become a BIGGA Accredited Greenkeeper.
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
Hopefully to remain with the hotel as a greenkeeping & progress to level 3 greenkeeping training.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 2-9/E-A*) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 2-9/E-A*) Essential
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
Delta Hotels by Marriott
https://delta-hotels.marriott.com/
Address
Priory Country Club
Moor Road
Morley
DE7 6DL
Training
Training provider
MYERSCOUGH COLLEGE
Contact
Employer Services
employerenquiries@myerscough.ac.uk
01995642255
Apprenticeship standard
Golf greenkeeper
Level 2 (GCSE)
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