Job Description

Fitness & Leisure Club Manager

Parklands Hotel & Country Club

Parklands Hotel & Country Club is a place to relax, unwind, and genuinely switch off from the pressures of modern life. Our leisure facilities include a leisure pool, sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi, well-equipped gym, sports hall, and aerobics studio, serving both hotel guests and a growing local membership base.

We are now seeking an

experienced and motivated Fitness & Leisure Club Manager

to lead our leisure operation and work collaboratively alongside six other department managers across the hotel.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious leisure professional -- either a current gym manager or senior leisure supervisor -- ready to take the next step and add real value to our members' and guests' experience.

The Role

As Fitness & Leisure Club Manager, you will have full responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the leisure club, ensuring high standards of service, safety, compliance, and team performance.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Managing and developing a team of approximately

10 gym staff

and

8 domestic team members

Creating and managing

weekly staff rotas

Ensuring full

legislative compliance

, including health & safety, pool plant operations, and water hygiene Overseeing the

member journey and experience

, setting service standards and resolving member needs and concerns Maintaining accurate

filing, records, and compliance documentation

Supporting membership growth and

driving gym sales

, where possible Working collaboratively with other department managers to deliver a seamless guest experience Supporting and developing leisure programmes and fitness timetables
No two days are the same, and you'll thrive in a hands-on, fast-paced environment where leadership, problem-solving, and people skills are key.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

REPs Level 3 Personal Training qualification

Pool Plant Operations certification

General knowledge of Legionella and its control

Previous

management or supervisory experience

within a leisure, fitness, or health club environment Strong understanding of

health & safety

and operational compliance Ability to lead, motivate, and manage teams effectively Flexible approach to working hours to meet business needs

Desirable (But Not Essential)

Group fitness class instruction qualifications
(Classes covered will be paid additionally on top of salary)

Experience in

gym sales and membership growth

First Aid at Work qualification Experience delivering or overseeing fitness programmes

About You

Passionate about fitness, leisure, and customer experience A confident leader with a hands-on management style Approachable, friendly, and professional Organised, proactive, and solutions-focused Comfortable balancing operational detail with people management
Exceptional customer service is at the heart of what we do, and your enthusiasm and leadership will inspire your team to deliver consistently high standards in a safe, welcoming environment.

What We Offer

Competitive salary

28 days holiday per year (pro rata)

On-site discounts Additional pay for group fitness classes covered A friendly, professional, and forward-thinking working environment Ongoing training, development, and genuine progression opportunities
At Parklands, training and development aren't optional extras -- they're how we do our job. We'll support you to perform at your best, recognise your achievements, and help you grow with the business.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 29,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person