The QHotels Collection has announced an exciting new partnership with Myerscough College, one of the UK’s leading institutions for land-based education, designed to create a clear career pathway for aspiring greenkeepers and provide unique opportunities for the Collection’s in-house teams.
Through this collaboration, The QHotels Collection is positioning itself as a recruiter of choice for future greenkeepers. The partnership supports individuals from the very start of their journey, through apprenticeships and qualifications at Myerscough College, all the way to advanced qualifications. ensuring a pipeline of skilled professionals within the industry.
“At Myerscough College, we are proud to collaborate with The QHotels Collection in a partnership that exemplifies our shared commitment to excellence in greenkeeping education and career development, said Paul McGrail, Assistant Principal – Apprenticeships, Skills and Employer Engagement, Myerscough College
This initiative not only provides our learners with a clear and aspirational pathway—from apprentice to Golf Course Manager—but also reinforces the value of lifelong learning and internal progression. By combining structured academic qualifications with real-world opportunities across a prestigious portfolio of golf resorts, we are helping to shape the future of the sports turf industry and ensuring our graduates are equipped to thrive in it.”
What makes this partnership unique is that it goes far beyond recruitment. The QHotels Collection is committed to investing in the long-term development of its people, offering clear career pathways and progression opportunities across the business. A central pillar of its strategy is promoting from within, ensuring talented individuals can grow their careers without needing to leave the organisation.
Keith Pickard, Golf, Health Club & Spa Director at The QHotels Collection, said: “Greenkeeping is the foundation of great golf, and we are proud to be investing in the future of this profession through our partnership with Myerscough College.
“What makes this initiative so unique is that it’s not just about recruitment, it’s about nurturing talent from the very beginning and supporting individuals throughout their entire career journey. From apprentices to Master Greenkeepers, and from team members right through to leadership roles, we are committed to offering meaningful opportunities for development both for new entrants and for our existing teams across the Collection.”
This approach has already delivered results, with the recent promotion of Ross Brannan to Director of Golf, following his appointment as Head of Greenkeeping at Glasgow Westerwood Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort, a strong example of how the Collection recognises and rewards potential from within its own teams. By combining structured external education with internal progression opportunities, The QHotels Collection is creating a one-of-a-kind environment for talent to thrive.
The partnership underlines The QHotels Collection’s commitment to raising standards in golf course maintenance while also championing career-long opportunities for its people. With seven golf resorts and eleven championship courses, the Collection continues to invest in people, facilities, and partnerships that shape the future of the game.
