Health & Fitness Manager

Greater Manchester Moving; Oldham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused health organization in Oldham is seeking a Health & Fitness Manager to lead and enhance their health, fitness, and wellbeing services. Responsibilities include building community partnerships, evaluating programs, and motivating staff and members. Ideal candidates are proactive, community-minded, and results-driven. Competitive salary and generous benefits are offered, including flexible work arrangements and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

5 weeks annual leave increasing to 6 weeks

Free Ultimate Gym memberships

Discounted Holiday Camp provision for dependents

Employee Health Care Scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Enhanced leave policies

Company Pension Scheme

Investment in ongoing learning

Car mileage allowance

Qualifications

• Proven track record in health, fitness, or wellbeing management.
• Experience in building partnerships within the community.
• Ability to meet performance targets and KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop health, fitness, and wellbeing services.
• Engage with community and local workplaces.
• Use data to evaluate and innovate programming.

Skills

Community-minded

Results-driven

Proactive and solution-focused

Passionate and inspiring

Innovative and forward-thinking

Collaborative and inclusive

Committed to excellence

Job description

Health & Fitness Manager

Are you passionate about Health, Fitness and Wellbeing and making a positive impact in your community? Join the dynamic team at Oldham Active, where we’re committed to helping people live healthier, happier, and more connected lives.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join us as our new Health & Fitness Manager – a pivotal role leading the development of our health, fitness, and wellbeing services.

Overview

You’ll oversee the performance of our gyms, group exercise classes, and programmes, while engaging with the community and local workplaces to strengthen wellbeing initiatives and broaden our reach.

Company Values

• We are always improving
• We care
• We make a positive difference
• We are customer focused
• We are one team

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• 5 weeks annual leave increasing to 6 weeks
• Free Ultimate Gym memberships for yourself and any additional person
• Discounted Holiday Camp provision for dependents
• Employee Health Care Scheme paid for by the company
• Flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Adoption and Sick Leave
• Company Pension Scheme
• Investment in ongoing learning and development
• Car mileage allowance

Responsibilities

As Health & Fitness Manager, you will lead, develop, and continuously enhance Oldham Active’s health, fitness, and wellbeing offer. You’ll work closely with the Health, Fitness and Wellbeing team to foster an inclusive, supportive culture that motivates staff and members alike.

You’ll build partnerships within the community and local workplaces, promoting physical activity and wellbeing through engaging programmes and events. Using data, feedback, and trends, you’ll evaluate and innovate our offer to ensure maximum impact and positive health outcomes.

Qualifications

• Passionate and inspiring – motivates others to live active, healthier lives.
• Committed to excellence – consistently delivers high standards across all areas of service.
• Proactive and solution-focused – identifies opportunities to improve programmes, services, and outcomes.
• Community-minded – enjoys engaging with local groups and workplaces to broaden our impact.
• Results-driven – achieves performance targets and KPIs with determination.
• Collaborative and inclusive – builds strong relationships and creates a sense of belonging within teams.
• Innovative and forward-thinking – brings fresh ideas to enhance the member and community experience.

Application

Ready to apply? If after reading above you feel that you have what it takes and want to join a great team, apply online at Oldham Community Leisure careers by clicking MORE INFORMATION.

The closing date for receipt of applications is Sunday, 2 November 2025.

Please note that the successful candidate will be expected to undergo a Disclosure and Barring check.

OA is an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all.