GymNation GM Recruitment Opens Days - Johannesburg - January 2026

GymNation; Oldham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health & fitness operator is hiring a General Manager to drive sales, lead a team, and enhance customer engagement. Ideal candidates have experience in operations and a passion for fitness. Join a vibrant culture that champions accessible fitness and community wellbeing. If you have strong leadership skills and want to excel in a rapidly expanding brand, this opportunity is for you. Click to schedule your interview and join us in shaping the future of our fitness community.

Benefits

Industry-leading training and development

Clear career growth pathways

Competitive compensation and performance incentives

Vibrant, supportive culture

Qualifications

• Proven track record in a KPI driven sales environment.
• Strong leadership and people-management skills.
• Experience in operations, hospitality, retail, fitness, or similar.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team to achieve sales and engagement KPIs.
• Develop customer service strategies to enhance community involvement.
• Oversee gym operations and maintain service excellence.

Skills

KPI driven sales

Leadership skills

Customer service

Community engagement

Fast-paced adaptability

Job description

GymNation GM Recruitment Opens Days - Johannesburg - January 2026

🏋️♂️Lead the Future of Fitness with GymNation!🏋️♀️

General Manager Opportunities in Saudi Arabia / UAE – Interviews taking place in Johannesburg

Please note, we are unable to fund travel to attend interviews*

📅 Interview Details

In-person interviews will be held:

When?

• Monday 12th Jan 2026
• Tuesday 13th Jan 2026

Where?

• 📍NH Johannesburg Sandton
• 📍138 Rivonia Road, JOHANNESBURG, 2196

Who are we?

The fastest growing health & fitness operator in the Middle East!

We don't just call ourselves “The People's Gym”, we live by that motto too! GymNation is a community here to support everyone, to celebrate and inspire each other to become better versions of ourselves, whatever our fitness goals, by living happier, healthier and more active lives.

We're not just building incredible gyms; our vision is to play a lead role as The Region’s Movement Partner, championing healthy and active lifestyles alongside the importance of mental health and physical wellbeing.

🌟 What We’re Looking For

• Proven track record in KPI driven sales environment
• Strong leadership and people-management skills
• Experience in operations, hospitality, retail, fitness, or similar
• A passion for customer service and community engagement
• Results-driven mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Ambition to grow your career within a rapidly expanding global brand

💥 Why Join GymNation?

• Industry-leading training and development
• Clear career growth pathways
• Competitive compensation and performance incentives
• A vibrant, supportive, mission-driven culture
• Be part of a brand that is transforming fitness accessibility across the region

➡️ Ready to Make Your Move?

This is your chance to take the next big step in your leadership career and help shape the future of GymNation

Let’s build something extraordinary—together.

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