Duty Manager - Kirkstall, Leeds

JD Gyms; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic gym chain in Leeds is looking for a Duty Manager to lead the team and ensure exceptional service. You will engage with members, manage shift operations, and support membership sales. The ideal candidate has strong people skills and a passion for fitness, with a Level 2 Gym Instructor qualification preferred. This role offers a competitive salary and various benefits.

Benefits

Free JD Gyms membership

JD Group staff discounts

Company pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Employee discount programme

Staff training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a customer-facing role, preferably in fitness, leisure, or hospitality.
• Strong people skills and a passion for fitness.
• Confidence to lead a team and make shift decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team during shifts, ensuring smooth operations.
• Deliver exceptional service and foster a community atmosphere.
• Support membership sales and local marketing initiatives.

Skills

Customer service skills

People management

Fitness knowledge

Education

Level 2 Gym Instructor qualification (or working towards)

Job description

Duty Manager - Kirkstall, Leeds

Full Time - Maternity Cover

Are you ready to take the lead and drive change in one of the UK's most dynamic and rapidly growing gym chains? If you have a passion for fitness and a desire to inspire others, JD Gyms is the place for you!

💼 What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead the team during your shift, delegate tasks, and ensure smooth operations.
• Be a visible, approachable leader for members and staff.
• Deliver exceptional member service and foster a community-driven atmosphere.
• Carry out opening / closing procedures, health & safety checks, and cleanliness audits.
• Support membership sales, retention, and local marketing initiatives.

🧠 What You’ll Bring

• Experience in a customer-facing role (fitness, leisure, or hospitality preferred).
• Strong people skills and a passion for fitness.
• Confidence to lead a team and make decisions on shift.
• Level 2 Gym Instructor qualification (or working towards).
• Organised, reliable, and calm under pressure.
• Ambition to grow into senior roles like Assistant General Manager.

🎁 What You’ll Get

• Competitive salary
• Free JD Gyms membership
• JD Group staff discounts
• Company pension scheme
• Wellbeing support & employee discount programme
• Staff training and career development opportunities

🚀 Why JD Gyms?

As a Duty Manager, you won’t be stuck in the office, you’ll be leading from the gym floor, engaging with members, and helping shape the club’s atmosphere. You’ll have the autonomy to make decisions, the support to grow, and the opportunity to progress in a dynamic fitness brand.

📩 Apply now and take your first step into fitness leadership with JD Gyms.