Niall was appointed as our Course Manager of Montrose Golf Courses as from 11 February 2008 having been employed at Montrose since June 2002.
Niall started his Greenkeeping career as an apprentice at Arbroath Golf Club in 1991. Following his training he moved to Newmachar Golf Club where he was appointed as First Assistant and remained there until he moved to Montrose in 2002. In May 2003 Niall was promoted to First Assistant, the position he has held until his appointment as Course Manager.
Course Green Staff - 9 Full-Time
We have a dedicated team of four Green Staff who are all trained to a minimum SVQ Level II in Sportsturf. Two members of the Green Staff have trained to SVQ Level III in Sportsturf. Additional formal training in various areas includes pesticide application, chain saw operation, first aid, excavator operation and vermin control.
A trainee greenkeeper is employed who is working towards SVQ Level II Sportsturf qualification.
A full-time mechanic/greenkeeper is employed to maintain our comprehensive fleet of modern machinery. He also carries out all maintenance and repairs to the irrigation system.
The Green Staff are assisted by one full-time, one part-time and one seasonal labourer on the courses.
