Greenkeeper

In DLF we enrich land, life and people through seeds and science. DLF is a company specializing in forage and turf seed for temperate climates. Owned by Danish grass-seed farmers and headquartered in Denmark. With more than 2,000 employees in over 20 countries, we deliver locally adapted products to more than 100 markets worldwide.

We are currently looking for a Greenkeeper for DLF France, a subsidiary of the Danish cooperative group DLF.

Missions
- Ensure the daily maintenance of the turf trials at DLF France's headquarters (commercial and R&D trials): sowing, reseeding, mowing (helical and rotary), scarification, watering, fertilization, weeding, tracing and preparation of the plots.
- Maintain the site's grounds: around the offices, car parks, alleys, plantations, hedges, trees and flower beds.
- Ensure the maintenance of equipment (helical and rotary mowers, robotic mowers) and irrigation systems.
- Ensure the sanitary quality of lawns: fertilisation, phytosanitary treatments, disease prevention, weed management, in compliance with good environmental practices.
- Prepare the site before customer/distributor visits: installation of signs, maintaining and preparing the test plots
- Some small tasks of exterior/interior maintenance work onsite
- Guarantee the cleanliness, safety and image of the site.
- Work independently, in direct contact with the turf selection manager.

Profile
- You have a first experience in the maintenance of golf courses or green spaces (sports fields appreciated).
- You are proficient in the use of equipment and lawn maintenance (mowers, tractors, scarifiers, etc.).
- You are rigorous, autonomous, with a good team spirit and comfortable working outdoors even in winter.
- Training in horticulture, landscaping or green space management is a plus.
- Sensitivity to the environment and compliance with treatment (Certiphyto) and safety standards.
- B licence required

 Benefits
- Permanent contract, full-time, 35 hours.
- Meal vouchers, gift vouchers, holiday vouchers.
- Work outdoors, in a natural setting - ideal for people who enjoy the outdoors and manual work.
- Stimulating environment, with varied missions according to the seasons 
- Join a company recognized for its expertise in turf and seeds.

What you can expect from us ?

Please share with us your CV, where you are encouraged to highlight how your experience and professional interests align with the role. Applications must be submitted via our website and will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. Candidates whose profiles match the position will be invited for interviews on an ongoing basis with the manager for the position, Etienne Abelard (turf selection manager).

We aim to ensure an open and transparent recruitment process where all applicants receive a response. At DLF, we believe that diverse backgrounds create better teams and we look forward to receiving your application.