Leisure Centre Manager

Location Galway
Discipline: Other
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £Salary Negotiable DOE
Contact name: Marie Clear

Contact email: mclear@elkrecruitment.com
Job ref: BH-5206
Published: about 9 hours ago
Startdate: 2025-06-30
 
At Elk Recruitment, we are looking for a driven Leisure Centre Manager to join our client’s growing team based in Galway. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Leisure Centre Manager to make a real impact in an innovative and growing organization.

Benefits:
  • Complimentary on-site parking
  • Subsidised meals during shifts
  • Exclusive staff rates at companies hotels, spas and leisure centres

 
 Responsibilities:
  • Maintain the highest standards of presentation and hygiene across all areas of the Leisure Centre.
  • Promote a positive and professional working environment within the team.
  • Provide strong leadership, ensuring all team members follow hotel policies relating to customer service, uniform standards, and operational procedures.
  • Communicate clear operating standards and ensure consistent implementation across the department.
  • Deliver outstanding customer service to all guests and members.
  • Monitor and manage stock control procedures efficiently.
  • Actively promote and support membership sales, ensuring all enquiries are handled promptly and in line with sales targets.
  • Organise and lead regular team meetings and training sessions.
  • Develop and manage a calendar of events, encouraging member engagement and participation.
  • Implement and maintain accurate systems for monitoring memberships, usage, and renewals.
  • Encourage guest feedback and lead improvements based on suggestions and insights.
  • Collaborate with senior management to meet monthly performance targets.
  • Oversee departmental budgets and monitor overheads to ensure financial targets are achieved.
  • Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety regulations within the Leisure Centre.
  • Take on additional duties as required by the Hotel Manager.
  • Proactively seek opportunities for personal and professional development
Requirements:
  • A nationally recognised Fitness Instructor qualification (e.g., NCEF, ITEC, NCEHS)
  • In-date Occupational First Aid qualification with AED certification
  • Pool Plant Room certification and previous experience managing a plant room
  • Valid Lifeguard qualification
 
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