Kyle Erdman
Dee Why ,NSW
Summary
Experienced Greenkeeper specializing in high-standard maintenance of golf courses and landscapes. Expertise in turf management, irrigation systems, and operation of specialized equipment. Demonstrated success in enhancing course conditions while complying with environmental regulations. Strong work ethic and adaptability, with proven ability to work independently and quickly acquire new skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Greenkeeper Foreman
Cromer golf club
Cromer, NSW
02.2020 - Current
- Maintained golf course greens using specialized tools and techniques for optimal playability.
- Monitored turf health, identifying pest and disease issues promptly.
- Cleared fairways and greens of debris to ensure smooth gameplay.
- Operated equipment, including tractors and mowers, for effective maintenance of golf course features.
- Supported irrigation system operations, optimizing water distribution across the grounds.
- Provided training to new employees on proper golf course maintenance procedures.
- Guided new greenkeepers on effective techniques and best practices in turf management.
- Coordinated construction activities, monitoring progress to ensure compliance with design specifications.
- Performed routine inspections of irrigation systems to ensure proper operation.
- Adjusted amount of water consumption using irrigation methods to prevent waste.
- Checked irrigation lines for leaks or blockages on a regular basis.
- Assisted in the installation of irrigation systems, including running pipes and connecting sprinkler heads.
- Adjusted irrigation systems as needed according to seasonal weather conditions.
- Regularly checked irrigation systems for efficiency and effectiveness.
- Monitored soil moisture levels with automated sensors and adjusted irrigation schedules accordingly.
- Maintained turf health through regular mowing and aeration techniques.
- Operated irrigation systems to ensure optimal water distribution across the course.
- Educated new staff on safety standards and proper equipment usage procedures.
- Applied fertilizer to turf grasses using a spreader.
- Set up courses each day by changing cups, putting out flags and emptying trash.
- Kept appearance of turf neat and professional with daily mowing, trimming and maintenance.
- Mixed and sprayed or spread fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides using hand or automatic dispensers.
Apprentice Greenkeeper
Bayview gold course
Bayview , NSW
12.2018 - 12.2019
- Assisted in maintaining golf course grounds and landscaping.
- Worked closely with mentors to understand project objectives.
- Observed experienced professionals performing their duties in order to gain practical knowledge of industry standards.
- Operated hand and power tools and diagnostic equipment to complete various aspects of jobs.
- Raked bunkers, re-shaped sand traps, removed debris from greens.
- Managed nearby features such as bunkers with raking and regular care.
- Kept appearance of turf neat and professional with daily mowing, trimming and maintenance.
- Removed leaves, clippings and debris with blowers or collection methods.
- Trimmed or edged around flower beds, walks, or walls.
Education
left in year 11 to peruse an Apprenticeship in Greenkeeping -
Pittwater High School
Mona Vale, NSWSkills
- Turf management
- Irrigation systems
- Equipment operation
- Pest control
- Soil analysis
- Project coordination
- Training staff
- Heavy machinery operation
- Insecticide application
Certification
- Certificate III in Sports Turf Management
- AQF3
- I have attended a toolbox team sports turf leadership forum
- My current employer regularly enrols me in information days about turf, irrigation, pests and diseases, etc in the industry from ASTMA, the NSWGCSA, or other companies that provide it
Affiliations
- passionate about the gym and fitness
- I like to wake up early and train before work, as it keeps me clear-headed and motivated for the day ahead
- Love going for walks, seeing nature, catching up with friends, and seeing family regularly
- My side hustle is working on big properties with small golf holes, my own intermediate greenkeeping
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Timeline
Greenkeeper Foreman
Cromer golf club
02.2020 - Current
Apprentice Greenkeeper
Bayview gold course
12.2018 - 12.2019
left in year 11 to peruse an Apprenticeship in Greenkeeping -
Pittwater High School