Head Golf Course Superintendent

Job Description

Job Description

Wyndham Grand Rio Mar is looking for GRAND people like you! At Wyndham Grand Rio Mar, our people are our greatest treasure. Every smile, every effort, every shared moment shapes experiences that enrich lives and touch souls. We are more than a workplace. We are a community where your growth, ideas, and well-being matter. From meaningful learning opportunities to benefits that enhance life on and off the clock, we invest in our people because when they thrive, our guests and community thrive too. For almost 30 years, we have celebrated each success, built connections, and created joy together. Join a team that uplifts one another, transforms moments into memories, and helps make Wyndham Grand Rio Mar the most admired and transformative hospitality brand in the world.

Your impact starts here!

The Head Golf Course Superintendent is responsible for the maintenance of the golf courses and grounds at the property, delivering exceptional playing conditions in a warm-weather environment. This role directs turf management, irrigation, equipment, and the grounds team, and manages agronomic programs, budgets, and environmental compliance.  The Head Golf Course Superintendent contributes directly to course quality, member and guest satisfaction, and the protection of the property's landscape assets. Through strong leadership, this position keeps the courses in outstanding condition.

Education & Experience

Required Qualifications

•    Degree or certification in Turfgrass Management, Agronomy, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

•    Five or more years of golf courses maintenance experience, including supervisory experience.

•    Strong knowledge of turf management, irrigation, and equipment.

•    Ability to obtain and maintain a pesticide applicator license or certification as required by the applicable jurisdiction.

•    Ability to communicate effectively with guests and team members. 

•    Bilingual English and Spanish

Preferred Qualifications

•    Experience with warm-season turf.

•    Certification from a recognized golf or turf organization.

•    Experience managing budgets and environmental programs.

Physical Requirements

•    Move throughout the golf courses and grounds for extended periods.

•    Operate and inspect grounds equipment.

•    Occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

•    Work outdoors in all conditions with sustained exposure to heat, sun, and seasonal weather consistent with the property's climate.

LOCATION AND WORK ARRANGEMENT

• Location: Onsite. This role is performed at the assigned LionGrove property, working across the golf courses, grounds, and maintenance facility.
• Schedule Considerations
• Requires early morning starts, weekends, and holidays, with hours that vary by season, weather, and the golf and events calendar.
• Travel Requirements: Minimal. Occasional local travel or infrequent non-local travel for training may be required.

DUTIES & FUNCTIONS

•    Direct the maintenance of the golf courses, turf, and grounds to high playing standards.

•    Develop and manage agronomic, fertilization, and pest management programs.

•    Lead, schedule, and develop the golf maintenance team.

•    Manage irrigation systems and water use.

•    Develop and manage the department budget, equipment, and inventory.

•    Ensure safe handling, storage, and application of chemicals in compliance with regulations.

•    Coordinate courses’ conditions with golf operations and events.

•    Oversee equipment maintenance and the maintenance facility.

•    Ensure environmental and safety compliance.

•    Administer performance management and recognition fairly, in partnership with Talent and Culture.

•    Monitor courses conditions and adjust programs to weather and play.

•    Perform other duties as requested by management.

Set between the Atlantic coast and the foothills of El Yunque, Puerto Rico's only tropical rainforest, Wyndham Grand Rio Mar spans 600 acres in Rio Grande, just a short drive from San Juan. Here, two championship golf courses wind through rainforest and coastline, a mile of secluded beach meets the Mameyes River, and nearly a dozen restaurants and lounges bring the island's flavor to every table. It is a rare setting where mountain, river, and sea come together, and for almost 30 years it has been a place where careers grow alongside unforgettable guest experiences. Join us, and become part of work that changes lives, starting with your own.

From opportunities for learning and growth to benefits that help our team live better lives, we’re always finding ways to foster a fun and inclusive environment.

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