One Leisure General Manager

Huntingdonshire District Council; St. Ives; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntingdonshire District Council is looking for a passionate leader to manage their flagship leisure centre. The role involves overseeing operations, driving membership growth, and ensuring high standards of customer satisfaction. Candidates should have experience in leisure facility management and strong leadership skills to inspire a diverse team and create a thriving environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in management within leisure or hospitality.
• Strong leadership skills to manage a diverse team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the leisure centre.
• Drive membership growth and community engagement.
• Ensure safety and customer satisfaction standards.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Resource Management

Job description

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Huntingdonshire District Council (HDC) is passionate about providing high-quality services to our communities, residents and businesses. This means we must employ and retain the most talented and dedicated people.

Situated within the heart of the Cambridge-Peterborough Growth Area, Huntingdonshire is a beautiful district that boasts thriving market towns and many attractive villages, each with its own identity. We are an innovative and forward-thinking local authority whose residents are at the heart of our decision-making.

At HDC we want to employ staff who embody our icare values ( Inspiring, Collaborative, Accountable, Respectful, Enterprising ), all of which support our ultimate purpose of putting our customers first.

Job details

Are you looking to drive your career in the leisure industry? If so, we have a fantastic opportunity for you to lead our flagship leisure centre.

About the role

We are seeking an ambitious leader with a passion for health and fitness, a flair for exceptional customer service and a proven track record in leisure facility management. As the captain of our ship, you will oversee a diverse team, manage the day-to-day operations, and ensure the highest standards of safety and customer satisfaction.

Your strategic vision will guide the centre to new heights, driving membership growth and community engagement. With fantastic facilities, including a 25 metre swimming pool, a busy gym, and a variety of fitness classes, you will have all the tools at your disposal to create an inclusive, motivating, and thriving environment.

About you

Using your experience in management within the leisure, hospitality, or related industry, you’ll have strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a diverse team, galvanising purpose to fuel growth and cultural transformation. With excellent communication and interpersonal skills, you’ll be adept at resource management, budgeting and financial planning.

If you have the drive to inspire, lead from the front and taking ownership for making a positive impact both now and for the future, apply now and lead our centre to excellence!

This role is subject to a DBS check.

An offer of employment is conditional upon having the right to work in the UK. Huntingdonshire District Council does not hold a Sponsorship Licence and is unable to provide a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) or take over sponsorship for any role.