Assistant/Associate Golf Professional: Nanaimo Golf Club
Established in 1920, The Nanaimo Golf Club has been host to many of British Columbia’s Golf Championships, and was designed by renowned architect A.V. Macan. From 1920 to 1962, the club was known as Nanaimo Golf Links and operated as a 9-hole course on Wakesiah Avenue.
Nanaimo Golf Club opened in 1962 with 14 of the 18 holes ready, and owned by the newly-incorporated Vancouver Island Golf Club Ltd. By 1968, all 18 holes were completed, and in 1983, The Nanaimo Golf Club Society was formed to administer the activities of the golf club for Vancouver Island Golf Club.
The course has undergone several major renovations over the years, to maintain the excellence that Nanaimo Golf Club course is known for. In 2022 NGC was awarded the PGA of BC, Vancouver Island Region, Golf Facility of the Year.
- Location
- Nanaimo Golf Club
- Posted
- 2025-11-17
- Deadline
- 2025-12-15
- Job Summary
- The successful candidate will be actively involved in the Professional Team, involving customer service, training of staff, event/tournament organization and management, club fitting and instruction to name a few areas.
- Responsibilities
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- Providing first class service to members and guests.
- Supervising and training member services staff.
- Involvement with Tournament Operations
- Club Fitting and club repairs
- Placing special orders resulting from Demo and Fitting Days.
- Junior Development (Spearheading the Junior Program)
- Actively playing and promoting Golf.
- Qualifications
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- PGA of Canada member in good standing
- Post-secondary degree or college diploma with a golf management discipline (or working towards)
- Proven excellence in member services, sales, and organizational skills.
- Positive, professional attitude and a team player with strong interpersonal skills
- Club Fitting and equipment knowledge.
- Knowledge of JONAS point of sales system is an asset.
- Knowledge of Golf Genius Tournament software is an asset.
- Tournament operations experience.
- Ability to work a varied schedule.
- Ability to teach players of all skill levels.
- Previous experience in a busy semi-private / private golf industry setting is considered a strong
- Compensation
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- $21 - $23 per hour depending on experience (overtime paid at time and half)
- April to September 5 hrs. per week (play, practice or teaching on shift time)
- 100% Lesson Revenue (Great opportunity to grow your portfolio)
- Benefits/Perks
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- Clothing Package
- Staff Meal Program
- Health and Dental Plan (after 3 months)
- PGA of Canada dues – Payable at end of season
- PGA of Canada Specialization
- Teaching
- PGA of Canada Specialization
- Golf Operations
- Start Date
- 2026-01-02
- Course Website
- https://nanaimogolfclub.ca/
- Employment Duration
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Full Time (12 months)
- Contact Information
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Application Deadline: Dec 15, 2025.
Please submit your resume and cover letter in confidence to Head Professional Chris Wilson at: chrisw@nanaimogolfclub.ca.