Assistant Mechanic

TurfNet; Inverness; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A championship golf facility in Inverness is seeking a motivated Assistant Mechanic. This role focuses on turf equipment maintenance with hands-on training in a professional environment. Ideal candidates will have a basic understanding of hand tools, a strong mechanical aptitude, and a desire to develop into a leadership role in equipment management. Responsibilities include assisting with repairs, performing routine maintenance, and ensuring equipment readiness for daily golf operations.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow written and verbal directions.
• Ambition to grow into a lead or head equipment manager position.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with routine maintenance and repair of golf course equipment.
• Performing oil changes, blade maintenance, lubrication, and inspection.
• Supporting daily equipment readiness for course operation.

Skills

Basic understanding of hand tools

Strong mechanical aptitude

Team oriented attitude

Good communication skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Position Overview:

The Inverness Club is seeking a motivated individual to join our team as an Assistant Mechanic. This position is ideal for someone with a basic understanding of hand tools and strong mechanical aptitude who is looking to develop skills in the turf equipment maintenance at a championship-level facility.

Working alongside an experienced equipment, the Assistant Mechanic will be exposed to all aspects of maintaining and repairing golf course equipment, including mowers, utility vehicles, sprayers, tractors, and small engines. Our goal is to develop your mechanical knowledge, diagnostic skills, and preventative maintenance practices in a professional shop environment.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Assisting with routine maintenance and repair of golf course equipment
• Assisting with reel and bed knife grinding and cutting unit set up
• Daily equipment and cutting unit checks for next day use
• Using hand tools safely and correctly
• Performing oil changes, blade maintenance, lubrication, and inspection
• Assisting with troubleshooting and repair of mechanical issues under supervision
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe shop environment
• Supporting daily equipment readiness for course operation
• Ability to help with maintenance of the golf course in the morning when extra help is needed (ex. mowing the range area)

Qualifications:

• Must be able to follow written and verbal directions
• Team oriented attitude and good communication skills
• Ambition to grow into a lead or head equipment manager position over time
• Basic understanding of hand tools is required
• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn
• Previous mechanical, small engine, automotive, or equipment experience preferred but not required
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail is a must
• Availability to work early mornings during golf season
• Availability to work alternating weekends during golf season