General Manager – Ballymena

JD Gyms; Ballymena; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fitness chain in Ballymena is seeking a passionate General Manager to lead a new gym. This exciting opportunity promises career progression, competitive salary, and the chance to shape the future of fitness. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership and management skills.

Benefits

JD Discount card

Free Private Healthcare

Annual Leave Scheme

Free Gym Membership

Qualifications

• Proven management experience in leisure-related industry.
• Passionate about customer service and leadership.
• Experience in driving sales and local marketing.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations of the gym and manage staff effectively.
• Drive commercial performance and operational excellence.
• Recruit, train, and develop team members.

Skills

Customer Service

Leadership

Sales Driving

Team Management

Education

Level 2 Gym Instructor Certification

Job description

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LifeStyle Fitness Ballymena has officially joined the JD Sports Fashion PLC family, and we’re about to take things to the next level! We’re transforming the current Lifestyle Fitness into a high-energy, high-impact JD Gyms, and we’re looking for passionate, driven people to be part of the team that makes it happen.

This is your chance to get in at the ground level of something exciting. With a competitive basic salary, unbeatable progression opportunities, and the buzz of working for one of the UK’s fastest-growing fitness chains, this isn’t just a job, it’s a career move. Ready to be part of something big?

Join us and help shape the future of fitness in Ballymena.

General Manager – Ballymena

Job Type: Full Time

This role requires an inspirational leader with proven flair and commercial ability, as well as the skill, energy, and determination to drive and develop the business. We're looking for a manager with experience in developing standards and reputation of this new gym whilst nurturing a growing membership base and team.

The Role:

• To inspirationally lead and manage the day-to-day running of the gym.
• To lead and deliver the commercial performance of the business.
• To lead and deliver the operational excellence of the gym.
• To deliver the set KPIs.
• To recruit, train, and develop their own team and lead them to success.

The Candidate:

• Must have a proven and successful track record of management experience within a leisure-related industry.
• Must be passionate about customer service and be an inspirational leader in the way they manage.
• Must be qualified to at least Level 2 Gym Instructor.
• Must have a proven track record in driving sales and coordinating local marketing activity as well as recruiting and managing a successful team.
• Ideally will have experience as a General Manager overseeing all business areas within a leisure facility or substantial experience as a Fitness Manager or similar operational role.
• JD Discount card at all JD affiliates.
• Free Private Healthcare.
• Annual Leave Scheme.
• Free Gym Membership.

If you see yourself as an inspirational leader with a great track record, please apply in confidence by submitting your CV and a covering letter with details of your current salary package.

This role requires an inspirational leader with proven flair and commercial ability, as well as the skill, energy, and determination.