Irrigation Technician
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The Opportunity – Irrigation technician
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About the role:
As an Irrigation Technician at JCB Golf & Country Club, you’ll play a key role in maintaining the health, quality and playability of the golf course through the effective operation and upkeep of the automated irrigation system. You’ll manage day‑to‑day irrigation tasks, support turf health across the course, and ensure the system is functioning efficiently at all times. Alongside your irrigation responsibilities, you will be required to also support the wider golf course maintenance team to help keep the course operating to the highest standards.
What does this role involve day to day?
· Operating irrigation system and adjusting watering levels in dry or high‑priority areas.
· Managing, maintaining and repairing the automated irrigation system.
· Monitoring and carrying out routine maintenance on pump systems.
· Supervising small irrigation projects and contributing to ongoing system improvements.
· Ensuring all work complies with Health & Safety, COSHH, Risk Assessments and SOP guidelines.
· Make recommendations to enhance irrigation processes, procedures and site regulations.
· Protecting turf health and preventing long‑term damage across the golf course.
· Accepting training and guidance to support continued development of technical skills.
· Using tools and equipment correctly for golf course and irrigation maintenance.
· Supporting general golf course maintenance tasks when required.
· Contributing to the overall workflow and smooth operation of the department.
This will be suited to you if…
· You have strong knowledge of golf course care, turf management and irrigation maintenance.
· You understand how to operate and maintain the tools, equipment and systems used in golf course upkeep.
· You hold an SVQ/NVQ Level 2 in Sports Turf Maintenance (or equivalent).
· You have at least 3 years of experience in an assistant greenkeeping role.
· You hold PA1, PA2 & PA6 and First Aid certifications (advantageous but not essential).
· You can supervise others when required and estimate materials, supplies and equipment needed for irrigation repairs.
· You are able to motivate, guide and work effectively as part of a team.
· You have good communication and interpersonal skills and maintain a positive attitude in all work situations.
· You are proactive, safety‑focused and committed to continuous improvement.
· You can confidently manage your own time and take ownership of your department.
What happens next?
Ordinarily, our Resourcing Team reviews and shortlists CVs. If shortlisted, you’ll speak to one of our Recruiters to discuss the role further. Our interview process usually consists of an initial team’s interview followed by an in-person interview. We’ll keep in touch throughout the process but if you have any questions, please get in touch at recruitment@jcb.com
This is your chance to join a company that values expertise not only in rewards but also in real employee care. At JCB you don’t just get a competitive salary, 33 days’ holiday and access to our company pension—you can also use our onsite gym, in-house doctor and dentist. We have an ULEV car scheme available for our employees too. Then there’s the JCB Rewards Hub, which gives you discounts with high street retailers. Feel like biking to work? There’s our Cycle to Work Scheme.
We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
We’re committed to ensuring our recruitment process is fair and inclusive. If you face any accessibility challenges with your online application and require additional support, you have the option of speaking to a member of our Recruitment Team who can support you to complete an application in an alternative format. If you would benefit from this support, please email recruitment@jcb.com, and a member of the team will be in touch.
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