Greenskeeper at Hylands Golf Club

WHO WE ARE

The Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services’ (CFMWS) supports the Canadian Armed Forces members and their families wherever they are in the world through the provision of fitness, recreation and leisure activities, family and charitable support, retail as well as personal financial services. We offer our employees the opportunity to work with a purpose every day in an inclusive, healthy, respectful and rewarding work environment.

THE ROLE

Since its inception, Hylands Golf Club has matured into a top-quality golf facility that offers a full range of services and amenities to its1200 members and their guests. A true jewel among Canadian Forces golf facilities, Hylands continues to host numerous regional, national and international events. As part of CFMWS, our mandate is to provide affordable golf to our local military personnel and their families.

Working in a team, the incumbent will maintain the golf course property using powered and manual equipment and ensuring compliance with the Health and Safety Programs, in conjunction with management.

QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED

Education, Certifications and Licenses

High School diploma AND some years of experience in landscaping

Valid driver’s license class G (Ontario) or equivalent

Experience

In landscaping or grounds maintenance
In operating specialized turf care equipment

Knowledge

Of landscaping practices and techniques
Of health and safety practices
Of the rules and strategies of the game of golf, an asset
Of Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)

Competencies, Skills and Abilities

Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

English or French Essential, Bilingual an asset

Reading: Functional

Writing: None

Oral: Functional

BENEFITS AVAILABLE

Health Benefits: Drug coverage, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.

Work Life Balance: A wide range of paid/unpaid leave, including paid vacation, family related leave and personal days.

Retirement Planning: A Defined Benefit Pension Plan and Group Savings Plans.

Learning and Development: Tuition Assistance Program and Advanced Learning Program, payment of professional association memberships, online learning opportunities and second language training.

Perks: Discounts through CFAppreciation.

OTHER INFORMATION

Multiple positions available:

• Seasonal Full Time
• The anticipated Term of this position is: April - November
• Hours of Work: 75 - 80 hours per pay period

This unionized position is open to all interested parties. Preference will be granted in accordance with the Collective Agreement for the UFCW local 175 bargaining unit at CFSG Ottawa-Gatineau.

START DATE

As soon as possible

INCLUSION AND ACCOMMODATION

CFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who can help us build a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live. Accommodations are available to all candidates identifying a need during all or any parts of the selection process.