Leisure Duty Manager

JR United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading community-focused leisure provider is seeking a proactive Duty Manager to oversee day-to-day operations at a large fitness facility in South Bristol. This role involves leading shifts, maintaining safety, enhancing customer service, and contributing to program development. Ideal candidates will possess supervisory experience in leisure, fitness, or hospitality, strong communication skills, and a flexible approach to work schedules.

Benefits

Opportunities for career growth within the leisure sector

Access to on-site fitness and wellness facilities

Ongoing training and professional development

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory or team leader experience within leisure, fitness, or hospitality.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Flexible approach to working hours, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations and act as shift leader.
• Ensure high standards of health and safety and customer care.
• Lead and support staff across various departments.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

Qualification in Leisure Management, Sports Development, or a related area

Tools

National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ)

Pool Plant Operator Certificate

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Duty Manager Leisure & Fitness Facility

Location: South Bristol
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Are you an enthusiastic and proactive leader looking to take the next step in your leisure management career? We are working with a well-established and community-focused leisure provider to recruit an experienced Duty Manager for a large, modern fitness and recreation facility in South Bristol.

About the Facility

This flagship centre offers a wide range of high-quality amenities, including a 155-station fully equipped gym, a diverse programme of group exercise classes, a swimming pool and spa, and a multi-use sports hall. The site plays a key role in promoting health, wellbeing, and active lifestyles for people of all ages and backgrounds.

About the Role

As Duty Manager, you will be a vital part of the day-to-day operation of the centre, leading shifts, supporting frontline staff, ensuring excellent customer service, and maintaining a safe, high-quality environment for all users.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage daily operations and act as shift leader
• Ensure high standards of health and safety and customer care
• Lead and support staff across various departments, including poolside
• Contribute to programme development, marketing, and customer engagement
• Oversee security procedures, key holding, and emergency call-outs
• Support recruitment, training, and development of team members
• Monitor performance targets, participation levels, and cost-effectiveness
• Handle cash, reporting, and general administrative duties

The Ideal Candidate

You will be a confident communicator with a customer-first approach, comfortable managing people and facilities in a fast-paced, public-facing environment.

Essential:

• Previous supervisory or team leader experience within leisure, fitness, or hospitality
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Flexible approach to working hours, including evenings and weekends

Desirable:

• National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ)
• Pool Plant Operator Certificate
• Qualification in Leisure Management, Sports Development, or a related area

Whats in It for You

• A fulfilling role in a supportive, values-driven organisation
• Opportunities for career growth within the leisure sector
• Access to on-site fitness and wellness facilities
• Ongoing training and professional development

If you are ready to make a positive impact in the leisure industry, we would love to hear from you. Please apply today!

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