Mechanic

Tralee Golf Links was established in 1896 and is situated on the southwest coast of Ireland.

Tralee Golf links is a traditional links golf course consisting of a world renowned 18-hole championship course, a 6-hole par 3 course and top-of-the-range practice facilities. The club is seeking applications for a Mechanic who is a highly motivated, team-orientated individual to join our Greenkeeping team. Knowledge of turfgrass maintenance equipment would be advantageous, although full training will be provided in necessary aspects if not. Tralee is ranked among the Top 100 Links Courses in the world and is regularly voted in the Top 10 of Golf Digests Top 100 Courses in Ireland. The successful candidate will strive to have all machinery operating at the top level to make Tralee Golf Links the best it can be on a daily basis.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform preventative maintenance on all equipment.
• Maintain and repair petrol and diesel engines.
• Repair and maintain hydraulic systems.
• Repair and/or replace electronic components on equipment.
• Operate diagnostic equipment to assist in equipment failure evaluation.
• Keep records of all preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Sharpen blades, reels and bed-knives on all mowers.
• Adjust height of cut and reel to bed-knife levels on all mowers.
• Order parts when approved by supervisor.
• Keep accurate parts inventory and records.
• Gain complete knowledge of all equipment.
• Inspect equipment performance in the field.
• Clean and organize shop and equipment storage areas.
• Other duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate will need to possess the following qualifications, experience, and skills:

• Experience of working with golf course machinery (Beneficial but not essential)
• Experience in dealing with hydraulic systems (minimum 2 years)
• Experience in dealing with electrical components on machinery (minimum 2 years)
• Experience in using grinding equipment for reels and bed-knives (training provided)

Benefits:

• Full training on all aspects of Greenkeeping Equipment
• Working with new machinery
• Staff uniform
• Golfing privileges
• Contributory pension scheme

Salary:

Competitive salary will be determined based upon the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate.

Tralee Golf Club, West Barrow, Ardfert, Tralee, Co.Kerry.

Please click the APPLY NOW button to upload your CV and a cover letter.

Closing date for applications: February 21st, 2025.