Job Description

Golf Course Superintendent: Sand Hills Golf Club

Sand Hills Golf Club is a picturesque 18-hole golf course that will challenge experienced players, while still providing new golfers with an enjoyable experience. Established in 1996 Sand Hills Golf Club is a hidden gem offering lush, manicured fairways and exceptional greens. You will find Sand Hills located in the rolling countryside of Lambton County, within the small community of Port Franks, minutes away from the beautiful beaches of southern Lake Huron and a short drive from Grand Bend, London, and Sarnia.

In the fall of 2016 Sand Hills was purchased by GolfNorth Properties. With multiple GolfNorth facilities within a short 30-minute drive, Sand Hills offers many reciprocal playing privileges within the area. GolfNorth offers many opportunities for growth and career advancement with 40+ facilities within its family of golf properties.

Location

Sand Hills Golf Club, Lambton Shores, ON

Posted

2026-08-20

Deadline

2026-11-30

The Golf Course Superintendent is the primary caretaker of the golf course and performs a wide variety of tasks. The Superintendent is entrusted with the maintenance, operation, and management of all turf-related responsibilities of the golf course. These responsibilities include but are not limited to supervising construction and renovation of the golf course, the repair and maintenance of equipment, irrigation, the scheduling and hiring of associates, preparation of yearly recaps as well as rendering professional advice, opinions and assistance while working with the Regional and General Manager on long term planning for the facility.

Responsibilities

• Construction, renovation and/or reconstruction of such properties, whether performed by maintenance staff or outside contractors. The superintendent must submit written plans for course construction, reconstruction, or renovation projects to the General Manager.
• Interviews, hires, trains, directs, and supervises a staff of employees for the purpose of maintaining the property. The superintendent has authority to terminate employment of subordinates.
• Plans all maintenance and project work, applying his or her agronomic and administrative expertise to achieve the agreed-upon maintenance standards and long-range goals.
• Oversees the scheduling and routing of personnel and equipment to accomplish the work. The superintendent frequently inspects the golf course and related areas to evaluate how well the management standards are being achieved and to effect changes in management programs.
• Acquires equipment and purchases necessary supplies to maintain the golf course.
• The superintendent is responsible for inventory control and oversees all golf course operated equipment maintenance programs.
• The superintendent approves all expenditures and exercises cost control measures to keep, as nearly as possible, operating, and capital expenses in line with the approved budgets.
• Keeps accurate and complete records on payroll, inventory, weather data, maintenance procedures, pesticide applications, etc.
• Responsible for completing a yearly recap of responsibilities as set by the VP of Operations and VP of Agronomy as per the stipulated timeline.
• Communicates regularly with other members of the top management group to discuss activities, goals, plans, and member/customer input.

Qualifications

• Requires advanced knowledge of agronomy and turf grass management practices; a working knowledge of golf facility construction principles, practices and methods; and a thorough understanding of the rules and strategies of the game of golf.
• Requires a high degree of administrative and executive ability, especially in terms of problem solving and decision-making.
• Requires excellent oral and written communications skills.
• Requires knowledge of current federal, provincial, and local laws and regulations affecting the management of golf course operations (including, but not limited to, employment, safety and environmental standards, laws and regulations).
• Requires participation in continuing education opportunities such as seminars, workshops, correspondence courses, field days and trade shows.

Special Requirements:

• WHMIS training (will provide)
• First Aid Certification
• Current Spray License
• Valid exterminators license
• IPM Certification

Compensation

• Salary commensurate with experience.
• Seasonal employment, March 1st – December 31st.
• Meal plan

Benefits/Perks

• Ability to grow and expand your career with GolfNorth, one of the fasting growing golf companies in Canada with golf course locations from coast to coast.
• Meal plan
• Flexible schedule
• Golf Membership

Employment Duration

• Seasonal with potential year-round employment.
• Starting date March 2027

Contact Information

Forward resume and cover letter to:

Andrew Palmer

General Manager | Forest Golf Club & Inn