Tanah Merah Country Club (TMCC), one of the most prestigious and sought-after golf destinations in Singapore and the wider Asia region, is home to two exceptional golf courses—the Garden Course and the Tampines Course.
With numerous accolades earned over the years, both courses have solidified TMCC’s reputation as a premier golfing destination, offering pristine fairways and lush greens that have long served as a stunning backdrop for golf legends, dignitaries, and celebrities.
Behind the scenes, a dedicated team of groundsmen and groundswomen ensures the enduring beauty and playing conditions of TMCC’s golf courses. Their hard work and expertise are essential to maintaining the high standards of the course, and they deserve the recognition they often go without.
On a daily basis, the groundsmen and groundswomen are entrusted with the maintenance and long-term sustainability of the golf course. Their duties encompass a wide range of tasks, from assessing soil conditions and managing pests and weeds to ensuring the course upholds the highest standards of playability and visual appeal.
One such individual, is Siti Esah who stations at Tampines Course. At 72 years young, Siti Esah embodies the spirit of dedication and passion that defines exemplary greenkeeping. Dedicating over four decades of her life at the Club, her bubbly personality and unwavering commitment have left an indelible mark on both the golf courses and the Members. While the Members revel in the beauty of the Tampines Course’s meticulously maintained greens and fairways, few truly comprehend the immense effort that goes into achieving such perfection. Siti, like her fellow hardworking colleagues, toils long hours under varied weather conditions.
This is not merely a profession for Siti; it is a profound labour of love. She treats the course as an extension of her home, pouring her heart into cultivating an environment that enhances the joy of golfing.
If you are golfing at Tampines Course and happen to see Siti or any of the other grounds crew at work, don’t hesitate to give them a shout of appreciation. A little praise goes a long way and means a lot to them!
By celebrating their dedication, we honour not just their efforts but the very essence of the game itself.