Assistant Golf Professional / Trainee

Trainee PGA Professional / Nearly Qualified PGA Professional – Holywood Golf Club

Location: Holywood Golf Club, County Down, Northern Ireland
Position Type: Full-Time Trainee PGA Professional / Nearly Qualified PGA Professional
Closing Date: When filled.

Start Your Career in Golf at One of Ireland’s Leading Clubs
Holywood Golf Club, one of Northern Ireland’s premier golf destinations and the proud home club of Rory McIlroy, is seeking an enthusiastic and ambitious individual to join our team as a Trainee PGA Professional. With a thriving membership of over 1,200, outstanding coaching facilities, and one of the strongest junior programmes in Ireland, this is an exceptional opportunity to begin a career in the golf industry.

Key responsibilities will include:

Assisting with the day-to-day operation of the Professional Shop.
Delivering excellent customer service to members and visitors.
Supporting coaching programmes, junior academies, and beginner initiatives.
Assisting with club fittings, retail sales, and merchandising.
Supporting golf competitions and club events.
Learning all aspects of golf business management and operations.
Developing coaching skills under the guidance of experienced PGA Professionals.

We are looking for someone who is:

Passionate about golf and committed to becoming a PGA Professional.
A golfer with a good playing ability and knowledge of the game.
Friendly, enthusiastic, and professional in their approach.
An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills.
Reliable, motivated, and eager to learn.
Comfortable working as part of a team and independently.

What We Offer
A structured pathway towards PGA qualification.
Mentoring and support from experienced PGA Professionals.
Access to first-class coaching and practice facilities.
Exposure to coaching, retail, custom fitting, and golf operations.
Opportunities to assist with one of Northern Ireland’s largest junior golf programmes.
Staff playing privileges and use of club facilities.
A supportive environment focused on professional development.
Holywood Golf Club offers state-of-the-art indoor coaching bays, extensive practice facilities, a modern clubhouse, gym facilities, and a vibrant membership base.

Please submit:

A current CV
A covering letter outlining your golfing background, career aspirations, and why you would like to join Holywood Golf Club
Applications should be sent to:

Tom Widley – General Manager
Holywood Golf Club
Using the “Apply Now” button