Duty Manager (Maternity Cover) - Halifax, West Yorkshire

JD Gyms; Brighouse; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fitness brand in the UK is seeking a Duty Manager for maternity cover in Brighouse. You will lead the team, ensure a smooth operation of the gym, and deliver exceptional member service. Candidates should have customer-facing experience and a passion for fitness. The role includes opportunities for career growth within the company. Benefits include a competitive salary, free gym membership, and employee discounts.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Free JD Gyms membership

Staff discounts

Company pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Training and career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a customer-facing role, preferably in fitness, leisure, or hospitality.
• Ability to lead a team and make decisions on shift.
• Calm under pressure and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team during shifts and delegate tasks effectively.
• Foster a community-driven atmosphere and deliver exceptional member service.
• Carry out health & safety checks and cleanliness audits.

Skills

Customer-facing experience

Strong people skills

Confidence to lead a team

Organised and reliable

Education

Level 2 Gym Instructor qualification

Job description

Duty Manager (Maternity Cover) - Halifax, West Yorkshire

Job Type : 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.