Job Description

Gibbston Valley Golf Club is one of New Zealand's newest premium golf clubs, offering a unique nine-hole experience set amongst the vineyards of Gibbston Valley.

We're looking for a Golf Experience Coordinator to join our team and help shape the day-to-day experience of our members and guests.

Working closely with our Director of Golf, you'll coordinate the daily operation of the Club, ensuring every guest receives a warm welcome, every booking runs smoothly, and every visit reflects the premium experience Gibbston Valley is known for.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing Golf Club from the early stages of its journey and develop your career as the Club continues to evolve.

About the Role

• Location: Gibbston Valley Wines - Otago, Gibbston
• Employment type: Full-time permanent position
• Hours of work: 40 hours per week on a roster, including weekends

As Golf Experience Coordinator, you'll be responsible for coordinating the daily operation of the Golf Club, including:

• Delivering an exceptional experience for members and guests.
• Managing daily golf bookings, check-in and equipment hire.
• Coordinating memberships and maintaining member records.
• Overseeing the presentation and operation of the Golf Shop.
• Coordinating golf events, competitions and club activities.
• Working closely with Hospitality, Events and other teams to deliver a seamless guest experience.
• Coordinating Casual Golf Pro Shop Attendants during the golf season.

Note: As a premium destination, our Golf Club operates an annual winter maintenance closure (typically early July through late August). Employees are expected to utilize the majority of their annual leave during this period.

About You

You'll enjoy working with people and take pride in creating exceptional experiences.

You'll also bring:

• Experience in hospitality, tourism, golf operations or another customer-focused environment.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy environment.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to take ownership.
• Confidence using booking systems, POS systems and Microsoft Office.

Previous golf industry experience is an advantage but not essential.

Why Join Gibbston Valley?

This is an opportunity to help shape one of New Zealand's newest golf clubs while working within one of the country's leading wine and tourism destinations. In addition to a competitive salary, you'll enjoy:

• Staff golf privileges and discounted green fees.
• Discounts on Golf Club food and beverage.
• Discounts on Golf Shop retail and equipment hire.
• Access to Gibbston Valley staff benefits, including discounts across our Winery Restaurant, Lodge, Spa and Cellar Door.
• Birthday leave after one year of service.
• Professional development opportunities.
• The opportunity to grow your career as the Golf Club continues to develop.

Apply Now

If you're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences and are excited by the opportunity to grow with a premium golf club, we'd love to hear from you.

* Please note: We are only accepting applications from candidates who have full, unrestricted work rights in New Zealand. Unfortunately, visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Due to the high level of interest in roles at Gibbston Valley, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.