Callum Travis Wilson
Johannesburg
Summary
Dedicated Greenkeeper with international experience in golf course maintenance and turfgrass management. Proficient in operating specialist machinery and adhering to health and safety protocols while preparing courses for tournaments and daily play. Committed to delivering championship-level conditions through teamwork and attention to detail.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
INTERN GREENKEEPER
Sea Pines Resort
Hilton Head Island
04.2025 - 04.2026
- Maintained greens, tees, fairways, rough, and bunkers to championship standards
- Operated and maintained specialist turf equipment including mowers, rollers, tractors, aerators, sprayers, and utility vehicles
- Supported irrigation management, hand watering, fertilization, aeration, and turf health monitoring to ensure optimal turf conditions
- Prepared the course for daily play, member events, and tournaments
- Executed course set-up, including hole locations, tee markers, and presentation standards, to enhance playability and aesthetics
- Followed strict health and safety procedures while operating machinery and handling turf products
- Worked effectively within a large maintenance team to deliver high-quality playing conditions
- Played key role in successful execution of PGA Tour events through dedicated volunteer efforts
APPRENTICE GREENKEEPER
Zimbali Coastal Estate
Ballito
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Supported greenkeeping team in daily golf course maintenance operations to ensure optimal course conditions
- Executed mowing, trimming, bunker maintenance, and course presentation duties to enhance overall course appearance
- Assisted with irrigation and turf care practices
- Developed basic skills in golf course maintenance and machinery operation in golf course maintenance and machinery operation for effective task execution
- Maintained safe working practices and high attention to detail
APPRENTICE GREENKEEPER
Ardfin Golf Estate
Isle of Jura
04.2024 - 06.2024
- Maintained greens, tees, fairways, rough, and bunkers on a world-renowned private golf course
- Operated mowing and turf maintenance equipment, ensuring optimal turf health and appearance
- Assisted with bunker renovation, reshaping, and sand replacement to enhance playability and aesthetics of the course
- Prepared the course for member and guest play to exceptional presentation standards
- Collaborated with a team of eight greenkeepers to uphold high-quality course conditions throughout the season
- Adhered to all health and safety procedures and equipment maintenance schedules
APPRENTICE GREENKEEPER
Mount Edgecombe Country Club
Umhlanga
04.2023 - 03.2024
- Maintained greens, tees, fairways, rough, and bunkers to ensure optimal playing conditions
- Acquired hands-on skills in turf management through coursework while studying Turf Grass Management through the African Turf Academy
- Operated and maintained greenkeeping equipment under supervision
- Assisted with irrigation, hand watering, mowing, course set-up, and bunker maintenance
- Prepared course for member play and club competitions, enhancing overall member experience
- Gained comprehensive understanding of turfgrass maintenance and golf course presentation standards to uphold quality standards
Education
Ohio State University Internship Program - Greenkeeping
The Ohio State University
Ohio, US03-2026
National Certificate in Greenkeeping SCQF Level 5 - Greenkeeping
African Turf Academy / SRUC (Scotland's Rural College)
12-2024
Skills
- Turfgrass Management
- Golf Course Maintenance
- Irrigation Systems
- Machinery Operation and Maintenance
- Bunker Construction and Maintenance
- Tournament Course Preparation
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management
- Problem Solving
- Teamwork and Communication
- Willingness to Learn
Timeline
INTERN GREENKEEPER
Sea Pines Resort
04.2025 - 04.2026
APPRENTICE GREENKEEPER
Zimbali Coastal Estate
08.2024 - 12.2024
APPRENTICE GREENKEEPER
Ardfin Golf Estate
04.2024 - 06.2024
APPRENTICE GREENKEEPER
Mount Edgecombe Country Club
04.2023 - 03.2024
Ohio State University Internship Program - Greenkeeping
The Ohio State University
National Certificate in Greenkeeping SCQF Level 5 - Greenkeeping
African Turf Academy / SRUC (Scotland's Rural College)