The Royal Sydney Golf Club is one of Australia’s most prestigious golf clubs.
World renowned architect Gil Hanse has delivered a fresh, innovative course design that will reflect our original native heathland charm, and ensures 2025 will be an exciting and historic time for golf as the Club re-opens its Championship Course.
Royal Sydney is a Club that provides a supportive workplace that values hard work, talent and respect for traditions. It is recognised internationally for its world class facilities which include two golf courses, 18 tennis courts, bowling greens, croquet lawns, squash courts, a gym, pools, cafes, a fine dining restaurant, accommodation rooms and multiple function rooms.
The Role
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, this position is responsible for the delivery of a ‘best in class’ golf experience to members and guests, respecting the tradition of the game whilst appreciating a modern view of golf, adapting programs to a broad and inclusive membership base, ranging from competitions to social play.
The success of golf at Royal Sydney is driven by extensive industry knowledge and an understanding of what it takes to deliver world class golf experiences. You will have the ability to lead with impact, supporting a welcoming service culture within the team.
Responsibilities includes:
- Delivering a clear vision for the Golf Department, aligned with the Clubs strategic objectives
- Drive innovation and excellence for the Club’s golf programs
- Oversee daily operations including tee times, competitions, annual calendar of events,
- Develop an innovative retail strategy and review ordering, stock control and merchandising
- Working closely with the Mens and Women’s Captains support and attend sub-committee meetings ensuring effectiveness and strong governance.
- Inspire, lead, manage and mentor a team of staff including operations, administration, retail and Golf Professionals.
- Influence and positively manage the development of member focussed and service-oriented culture which values and invests in the personal development of our team.
- Maintain and develop the Club’s relationship within the industry including with other Clubs, Golf Australia, the PGA, GMA and suppliers.
Essentials
- An exceptional leader, ideally a PGA professional, with a minimum of 10 years’ experience in managing, leading and developing in a similar environment.
- Ability to build and encourage strong working relationships with team members, peers, managers and members
- Ability to inspire and motivate the team to demonstrate the Club values and elevate the service experience for members to new heights.
- Possess a high level of business ethics and integrity.
- Solution focussed and ability to deliver to deadlines.
- Intermediate to advanced computer skills
The Benefits
You will receive a competitive salary and an engaging working environment. Employees enjoy daily staff meals, discounts on cellar door and sporting goods, a staff Wellbeing Program which includes limited access to sporting facilities, staff fitness classes, EAP and regular training opportunities.
This is a rare opportunity to join a world class, private and exclusive Sporting and Hospitality venue. The Club is seeking the right cultural fit within the leadership team; someone who is passionate about contributing positively to those around them.
To apply visit https://www.envoygolf.com/copy-of-executive-jobs-apply-page
