Golf


They want to move up as they feel they have outgrown the position. That’s fine, as long as the career structure is there for them


Greens are half Bent and half Poa now


members golf club,” he says. “They want what you want and revenue is ploughed back into the business to develop facilities outside and in the clubhouse.” “In my area, it’s difficult to employ other


greenkeepers as often they don’t want to move so, over the years, I’ve sourced apprentices locally,” he explains. Recruiting a young workforce has major


merits, he believes and socially-minded Craig believes in apprentices big time, but with a twist. “I try to employ youngsters who want to get on the career ladder or even just land a job to give them the opportunity to get


into work. Hopefully, this gives them a good work ethic and chance to learn the skills needed in greenkeeping.” “Some are still here, others have left and


returned. They all think the grass is greener elsewhere, but realise that’s not always true. After five years in the post, they want to move up as they feel they have outgrown the position. That’s fine, as long as the career structure is there for them.” With three of his team still to reach


twenty-five, Craig is striving to create the rungs that will allow them to do just that. His long-standing colleague and right-hand


man is deputy head greenkeeper Luke Jenkins, who came on board in 2006 at the age of seventeen. “He’s starting to have a big input now, overseeing winter work, weekend maintenance and running things when I’m on holiday,” Craig explains. No doubt his role will extend further as


Craig’s involvement with Shooters Hill affairs deepens. He’s one of a growing group of course managers who are entering the boardroom to learn more of the broader management issues of golf clubs. When he’s not attending greens and finance committee meetings, he’s tabling


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