Rob Phillips has experienced the greenkeeping industry from almost every angle. He began as a trainee greenkeeper at Porters Park Golf Club in 1986, spent 21 years as course manager at Sandy Lodge and later moved into apprenticeship training before becoming BIGGA's Education Director.
Today, he oversees an education offer stretching from the entry-level BIGGA Kickstart programme through formal qualifications and continuing professional development to Master Greenkeeper. His work also includes the Professional Leadership Programme, created to help greenkeepers develop the communication and management skills required as their responsibilities grow.
Rob joins us to discuss his own journey through the industry, the support available at every stage of a greenkeeping career and why professional recognition can help course managers earn a stronger voice within their clubs. He also reflects on what he misses about life on the golf course, although 4am alarms do not make the list.
