Luxury Fitness & Recreation Supervisor

The First Group Hospitality; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

The First Group Hospitality in the UAE seeks a Fitness & Recreation Operations specialist to support daily operations, supervise facilities, and ensure luxury standards. You will coordinate schedules, safety checks, and guest programs while maintaining exceptional service across fitness, pools, and recreational areas.

Ideal candidates bring 3–5 years in luxury fitness operations, supervisory experience, and relevant certifications, with strong English communication and a client‑centric mindset.

Qualifications

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Sports Management, Recreation Management, Physical Education, Fitness, Hospitality Management, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in fitness, recreation, sports, leisure, or wellness operations.
• 1–2 years of supervisory or team-leadership experience.
• Good knowledge of fitness center operations and guest service.
• Experience coordinating fitness classes, recreational activities, events, or guest programs.
• Fitness or personal training certification is highly advantageous.
• First Aid, CPR, and AED certification is preferred.
• Lifeguard or water-safety certification is advantageous for pool operations.
• Experience in UAE or GCC luxury hospitality market is an advantage.
• Strong written and spoken English; additional languages are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support the Fitness & Recreation Manager in day-to-day operations.
• Supervise fitness centers, pools, sports and recreation areas, and other leisure facilities.
• Ensure facilities, equipment and activity areas are clean, organized, safe, and maintained to luxury standards.
• Conduct routine operational and safety inspections and coordinate maintenance with relevant departments.
• Assist with activity schedules, duty rosters, operational checklists, and departmental procedures.
• Monitor equipment and supplies and ensure inventory levels are maintained.
• Maintain guest engagement and assist in delivering engaging fitness, sports, wellness, and recreational activities.

Skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Leadership

Customer service

Safety awareness

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Sports Management, Recreation Management, Physical Education, Fitness, or Hospitality Management

Job description

The First Group Hospitality in the UAE seeks a Fitness & Recreation Operations specialist to support daily operations, supervise facilities, and ensure luxury standards. You will coordinate schedules, safety checks, and guest programs while maintaining exceptional service across fitness, pools, and recreational areas.

Ideal candidates bring 3–5 years in luxury fitness operations, supervisory experience, and relevant certifications, with strong English communication and a client‑centric mindset.