Golf Course Assistant Superintendent

Title:Golf Course Assistant Superintendent Reports to:Golf Course Superintendent Job Type:Full Time, Year-Round Location: Inverness, Nova Scotia, CANADA B0E 1N0 The Cabot Collection Cabot is a global developer and operator of world-class golf destinations with a growing portfolio of six Cabot properties and four Cabot-managed properties. The Cabot portfolio includes Cabot Cape Breton in Nova Scotia, Canada, Cabot Saint Lucia in the Caribbean, Cabot Revelstoke in British Columbia, Canada, Cabot Citrus Farms in the United States, Cabot Highlands in Scotland, and Cabot Bordeaux in France. With extensive expertise in golf and hospitality management, Cabot also oversees the operations of several premier golf courses through its Cabot-managed properties in the U.S., including: Cascata Golf Club and Serket Golf Club in Las Vegas, Nevada; Grand Bear Golf Club in Saucier, Mississippi; and Chariot Run Golf Club in Laconia, Indiana. Cabot continues to cultivate a legacy of excellence, providing guests and homeowners with exclusive access to bespoke, destination-inspired experiences and a commitment to exceptional service across its luxury residential and boutique resort offerings. Cabot Cape Breton Located along the coast of Cape Breton, Nova Scotia and nestled between the Atlantic Ocean and the picturesque town of Inverness, Cabot Cape Breton is an unrivalled destination offering one of the best resort experiences in Canada. Featuring 46 spectacular holes—including Cabot Links and Cabot Cliffs, two 18-hole layouts ranked among the world’s top 100 courses, and The Nest, an 11-hole par-3 course—Cabot Cape Breton offers a rare chance to experience golf as it was meant to be played: on firm, sandy turf, with the ocean breeze shaping every shot. With award-winning accommodations at Cabot Links Lodge, upscale Golf Villas, luxury homes, and exquisite dining options, Cabot Cape Breton is intended to excite and inspire at every turn. If you join our team, you will live our values: Confidence, Authenticity, Humility, Warmth Position Overview The Assistant Superintendent will bring a strong presence and leadership to support the Superintendent and their team, through this, help create superior course conditions for our resort guests. In addition, the successful candidate will bring passion, team leadership, attention to detail, and the ability to support their department in an inclusive and supportive manner, all with the united goal of achieving organizational success. Core Accountabilities Ability to train and oversee the scheduling of all turf maintenance staff. Understand comprehensive course maintenance schedules, including all clubhouse grounds. Ensure the prolonged health and sustainability of the turfgrass with the use of appropriate applications. In conjunction with the Superintendent, oversee and implement various on-course projects and development. Understanding irrigation systems and pump house operations. Ability to repair and troubleshoot irrigation issues. Have or be willing to get a Nova Scotia Pesticide Applicators license. Assist with all winter snow clearing and maintenance requirements. Excellent communication skills when dealing with guests and colleagues alike. Must be proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) Work with other Agronomy team members to ensure facility success. Essential Responsibilities & Duties Implement Cabot operating, human resources, safety policies and procedures for the turf department and golf course operation and maintenance. Report daily to the Superintendent on golf course conditions and concerns, staffing issues and activities, equipment, and inventory status. Implement planned scheduled work duties of department personnel. Monitor performance to ensure safety, customer service standards and productivity goals are achieved. Keep overtime hours to a minimum. Coordinate and oversee the Turf Department personnel's daily activities, monitor performance, provide evaluations, and implement performance improvement plans as appropriate. Ensure that the grounds are maintained per Company cleanliness and appearance standards. Implement all approved agronomic plans according to written and verbal instructions. Coordinates golf course improvements, repairs and maintenance programs while considering player access, golf season peaks and company goals. Ensure accurate tracking of inventories, fertilizer and pesticide applications, cultural activities, and weather conditions. Maintain a pleasant and professional manner when addressing associates, contractors, sales personnel, and guests. Maintain knowledge of current industry developments through continuous attention to golf industry periodicals and participation in relevant trade associations and organizations. Ensure all practices and tasks comply with the company's environmental protection policy. Accountable for all accurate calibration of all application equipment required for fertilizer and pesticide applications. Perform additional duties as required. Experience, Qualifications & Skills Looking for a team member with great attitude, passion, drive, and experience. Post-secondary degree or diploma in turfgrass science or a related field 3+ years in a similar management role in the golf industry Our Benefits Access to learning & training opportunities to build your career. Complimentary Green Fees Complimentary Family Golf Round Friends and Family Rates for Golf and Lodging Discounts in our Retail Shops & Restaurants Access to our Employee Assistance Program Healthcare benefits for permanent and returning seasonal team members. Employer Matched-Contribution RRSP program

Support the Superintendent in maintaining superior course conditions through the leadership of turf maintenance staff and the implementation of agronomic plans. Oversee irrigation systems, pesticide applications, and general grounds maintenance to ensure facility success.

Requires a post-secondary degree or diploma in turfgrass science or a related field and at least 3 years of management experience in the golf industry. Candidates must be proficient in MS Office and willing to obtain a Nova Scotia Pesticide Applicators license.

• Learning & training opportunities • Complimentary Green Fees • Complimentary Family Golf Round • Friends and Family Rates for Golf and Lodging • Discounts in Retail Shops & Restaurants • Employee Assistance Program • Healthcare benefits • Employer Matched-Contribution RRSP program

• CommunicationSouhaitée
• Gestion de projetSouhaitée

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Turf Maintenance
• Team Leadership
• Irrigation System Repair
• Pesticide Application
• Staff Scheduling
• Agronomic Planning
• Budgeting
• MS Office
• Inventory Tracking
• Communication
• Project Management
• Environmental Protection

• Sports & Recreation
• Hospitality
• Management & Leadership
• Agriculture
• Environmental & Sustainability

Formation minimale

Diplôme collégial

Expérience minimale

2+ ans

Postuler avant le

24 sept. 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Mid-Senior level