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Gareth Ken Atkinson

Gareth Ken Atkinson

Gillitts,KZN

Summary

Highly dedicated and skilled golf professional with a lifelong passion for the game, having played from the age of 12. A graduate of The Golf School of Excellence with comprehensive training in golf management, coaching, operations, and course maintenance. Experienced in both on-course and operational roles, with a strong ability to create smooth, efficient systems that enhance player satisfaction and overall club performance. Known for excellent communication skills and a natural ability to connect with golfers, understanding their needs and the experience they seek. Committed to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, service, and course presentation.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

English Teacher

Kids Castle Educational Corporation
01.2019 - 2023
  • Currently employed to teach English to second language users, English within an International Kindergarten as well as an English Learning Centre
  • Creating daily lesson plans
  • Role also involves presentations to prospective new parents as well as preparing events, teaching students about foreign cultures and history such as Christmas, Halloween, Easter, etc.
  • Contract ends at the end of May 2020
  • Reporting Structure: Reports to the Learning Centre Manager

Green Keeping Staff

Chieming Golf Club
09.2025 - Current
  • Assisted in the daily maintenance and preparation of the golf course to ensure optimal playing conditions.
  • Participated in setting new pin positions, raking bunkers, mowing fairways and greens, trimming edges, and maintaining tee boxes.
  • Operated and maintained groundskeeping equipment safely and efficiently.
  • Worked as part of a team to uphold high presentation standards and enhance the overall player experience.

Operations Manager

Steel and Pipes
05.2016 - 03.2018
  • Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the business
  • Maintenance and up-keep of the warehouse (including servicing and repairs to forklifts and other machinery)
  • Management of 27 Warehouse staff/drivers
  • The role required a high degree of problem-solving, relationship building with customers as well as internal stakeholders, high levels of responsiveness in dealing with staff-related matters, and high levels of observation at all times.
  • Reporting Structure: Reported to the General Manager

Education

Grade12 -

Westville Boys High School
Kwa-Zulu Natal, SA Africa
01.2004 - 11.2008

Diploma - Professional Golfing

Golf School of Excellence
Observatory, Johannesburg
04.2001 -

Operations Management

University of Cape Town
Durban
09-2017

Skills

Teamwork

Interests

I enjoy both playing, coaching and watching sports I love to travel and meet up with friends in my free time I have a particular interest in golf and have played at a provincial school level and at a Premier League Club level in South Africa

Timeline

Green Keeping Staff

Chieming Golf Club
09.2025 - Current

English Teacher

Kids Castle Educational Corporation
01.2019 - 2023

Operations Manager

Steel and Pipes
05.2016 - 03.2018

Grade12 -

Westville Boys High School
01.2004 - 11.2008

Diploma - Professional Golfing

Golf School of Excellence
04.2001 -

Operations Management

University of Cape Town
Gareth Ken Atkinson