General Manager

Everlast Gyms; Preston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fitness company in Preston is looking for a Management Team Leader to recruit and develop a high-performing team while driving membership growth and ensuring exceptional guest experiences. Ideal candidates will have management experience in the fitness industry, possess strong leadership skills, and hold a Level 2 Fitness Qualification. Flexibility for evening and weekend work is essential. This position offers tremendous potential for growth and development within the company.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year’s management experience in the fitness industry.
• Ability to adapt communication and management style.
• Positivity, resilience, and a solutions-driven approach.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, train, and develop an ambitious team.
• Own membership growth and overall profitability.
• Lead by example on the gym floor and reception.
• Ensure all operational processes are delivered to the highest standard.
• Maintain outstanding cleanliness and safety standards.
• Oversee all policies and procedures for compliance.

Skills

Passion for health, fitness, and wellness.

Strong leadership qualities

Exceptional interpersonal skills

Commercial awareness

Flexibility to work evenings and weekends

Education

Level 2 Fitness Qualification

Job description

What You’ll Do

Lead & Elevate: Recruit, train, and develop an ambitious team, giving regular, constructive feedback to maximise performance.

Drive Results: Own membership growth, secondary spend, and all revenue streams to maximise overall profitability.

Deliver Exceptional Experiences: Lead by example on the gym floor and reception, ensuring every visit feels elevated and personal.

Operate with Precision: Ensure all operational processes (daily, weekly, monthly) are delivered to the highest standard, consistently.

Champion Standards: Maintain outstanding cleanliness, presentation, and safety standards at all times.

Engage & Motivate: Build team buy-in to national focuses and campaigns (#WorkoutWednesday, #WeCommunicate).

Problem Solve Fearlessly: Stay resilient, agile, and solutions-driven in the face of challenges.

Compliance & Safety: Oversee all policies and procedures, including Health & Safety and pool plant operations.

Qualifications

Passion for health, fitness, and wellness.

Level 2 Fitness Qualification (desirable).

Minimum 1 year’s management experience in the fitness industry.

Strong leadership qualities with the ability to adapt communication & management style.

A member-first mindset with exceptional interpersonal skills.

Commercial awareness and the drive to deliver results.

Positivity, resilience, and a fearless solutions-driven approach.

Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and Bank Holidays as required.

Additional Information

Want to know more of the great things our brand does please visit our LinkedIn page here.

An opportunity like this at Frasers Group is for the fearless. The potential is massive, the experience unrivalled. To be able to make the most of it you need to live and breathe our principles:

• Think without limits - Think fast, think fearlessly and take the team with you.
• Own it and back yourself - own the basics, own your role and own the results.
• Be relevant - Relevant to our people, our partners and the planet.