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Lochie Conboy

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

Dedicated and experienced turf management professional with a strong background in golf course maintenance, irrigation systems, and apprentice supervision. Skilled in turf health, pest control, course renovations, and tournament preparation, ensuring championship-level playing conditions. Proven ability to work in a team, manage resources, and uphold environmental and safety standards. Passionate about maintaining high-quality playing surfaces while optimising efficiency and sustainability in golf course operations.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Greenskeeper

Royal Melbourne Golf Club
11.2022 - Current
  • Turf Management & Maintenance – Expertise in mowing, fertilising, aerating, and maintaining high-quality playing surfaces in line with championship course standards.
  • Irrigation System Operation & Repair – Knowledge of automated irrigation systems, troubleshooting leaks, and ensuring proper hydration for greens, fairways, and bunkers.
  • Equipment Operation & Maintenance – Proficiency in using and maintaining specialised golf course machinery such as fairway mowers, greens rollers, and bunker rakes.
  • Pest & Disease Control – Ability to identify and manage turf diseases, weeds, and pests using industry-approved treatments and preventative measures.
  • Attention to Detail & Course Presentation – Ensuring bunker raking, tee box setup, and overall course aesthetics meet the expectations of a world-class golf club.
  • Tournament Preparation -Assisted in course preparation for major tournaments, including the Asia Pacific Golf Tournament and the Australian Open at Kingston Heath, ensuring championship-level playing conditions through precision mowing, bunker maintenance, irrigation management, and overall course presentation.

Greenskeeper (Completed Apprenticeship)

Corowa Golf Club
12.2018 - 11.2022
  • Learning & Applying Turf Science – Studied and applied principles of turf management, including grass types, growth cycles, and soil conditions for optimal playing surfaces.
  • Machinery & Equipment Training – Developed hands-on experience with mowers, aerators, topdressers, and other turf maintenance equipment under the supervision of experienced greenskeepers.
  • Course Setup & Daily Maintenance – Assisted in setting up the golf course each morning, including moving tee markers, cutting new hole locations, and raking bunkers.
  • Pest & Disease Identification – Learned to identify common turf diseases, pests, and weeds while assisting in their treatment and prevention.
  • Hands-On Experience with Greens Rolling & Mowing Patterns – Practiced precision mowing techniques, striping patterns, and greens rolling to maintain smooth and consistent playing surfaces.
  • Workplace Safety & Industry Compliance – Followed safety protocols, attended training sessions, and developed an understanding of workplace regulations in golf course maintenance.

Education

Certificate III Sport Turf Management

Wodonga TAFE
Wodonga, VIC
10-2022

Year 10 Certficate

Corowa High School
Corowa, NSW
12-2018

Skills

  • Turf Maintenance
  • Irrigation System Operation & Repair
  • Mowing & Greens Rolling
  • Bunker & Fairway Maintenance
  • Pest & Disease Identification
  • Fertilization & Chemical Application
  • Equipment Operation & Maintenance
  • Golf Course Setup & Presentation
  • Landscaping & Tree Maintenance
  • Soil Testing & Turf Nutrition
  • Aeration & Topdressing
  • Drainage & Water Management
  • Workplace Safety & Compliance
  • Teamwork & Communication
  • Weather Impact & Seasonal Turf Care

Certification

  • Open Drivers License
  • Chemical License
  • Chainsaw License
  • First Aid (Willing to Obtain)
  • Diploma of Turf Management (Willing to Obtain)

Timeline

Greenskeeper

Royal Melbourne Golf Club
11.2022 - Current

Greenskeeper (Completed Apprenticeship)

Corowa Golf Club
12.2018 - 11.2022

Certificate III Sport Turf Management

Wodonga TAFE

Year 10 Certficate

Corowa High School

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