Duty Manager

Aura Holohan Group; Limerick; On-site; EUR 22,454 - 27,428; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Friends and Family Benefit

Training Academy

Aspire Programme

Aura One Hub

EAP Programme

Bike to Work

Job summary

Aura Holohan Group is seeking a Duty Manager for a part-time position at Aura Grove Island. You will lead a busy team, manage shifts, and uphold exceptional customer service in a lively leisure environment.

The role emphasizes people leadership, safety, and operational excellence, with a clear focus on delivering value to members and guests. This position suits proactive managers who thrive in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Must have previous experience in a leadership role.
• RLSS Pool Lifeguard or IWSS Lifeguard qualification or willing to complete within 6 months of employment.
• Ability to delegate work, follow up results and provide feedback, coach and develop the team.
• Excellent communication, planning and organisational skills.
• Must be able to prioritise multiple tasks based on the needs of our business.
• Knowledge of the leisure industry is an advantage but not essential.
• A positive, results oriented and driven attitude and a willingness to learn and improve.
• Strong IT skills (Microsoft Excel and Word).
• Be commercially aware and target focused.
• Have high standards in health & safety and customer service.
• Excellent initiative and problem solving skills.
• Swim Teacher, Fitness Instructor and Pool Plant qualifications are an advantage.
• Be flexible in relation to your hours/days of work - morning, afternoon, evening, both weekdays and weekend shifts.

Responsibilities

• Behave as a role model for everyone.
• Display a commitment to our vision, purpose and values.
• Maintain a high standard of customer service.
• Operate your shift to ensure all areas are covered and duties are completed.
• Performance manage and mentor the team to ensure excellent operational standards.
• Deliver the highest standards of health and safety adhering to our policies and procedures at all times.
• Ensure effective communication in relation to the operation and day-to-day running of the centre.
• Ensure the presentation and cleanliness of the centre is always at the highest standards.
• Be an Aura ambassador and represent the company with a professional approach and attitude.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Planning & organisation

IT skills (Excel & Word)

Education

RLSS Pool Lifeguard / IWSS Lifeguard

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

We are looking for a Duty Manager on a Part Time basis to join our management team at Aura Grove Island.

• Are you looking for a change or a new challenge?
• Have you supervisor/managerial experience?
• Are you considering changing industries and keen for a role in the lively leisure sector?
• Do you thrive in a fast paced environment?
• Are you willing to learn new skills to equip you to manage a busy, energetic team?

Why join the Aura Family?

We are the best in our industry! And we don't say we're the best place to work - our people do... For eight years we have been recognized as one of the Best Workplaces in Ireland. We are also proud to have been recognised as a Best Workplace for Women in 2026, for the third consecutive year.

We don't just talk about our values; we live them every single day. When you join Aura, you aren't just taking a job; you're joining a culture where:

• You belong: We are proud winners of the 2026 National Inclusion and Diversity Facilities Awards, National Advancing Disability Equality Award 2025 and we hold the Investors in Diversity Silver Certification. Inclusion isn't a buzzword here, it's our standard.
• You develop: We place emphasis on learning and development, you can expect to learn and grow throughout your career.
• Your wellbeing matters: Safety, Health and Wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do. We have been recognised Best Workplaces for Health & Wellbeing for the third consecutive year in 2026. In 2025 we won the All-Ireland Safety Awards in Sport & Leisure.

Other Reasons To Join Our Team....

• Friends and Family Benefit - free membership for all employees and a friend or family member in the leisure centre
• Our Training Academy - opportunities to certify to the highest industry standards in a range of industry practices such as Lifeguarding, Swim Teaching, Pool Plant Operations etc
• Aspire Programme - our talent development programme which gives you unrivalled access to training, development and further certification opportunities
• Aura One Hub - discounts, rewards and recognition platform
• EAP Programme - a free confidential comprehensive advice and support service ranging from financial and legal advice to counselling for you and your family members
• A range of other benefits such as Bike to Work, TaxSaver, retail discounts, Length of Service benefit and discounted Health Insurance for employee's and dependants through the HSF Health Plans

Our vision is BIG....

Aura's vision is for a healthier and happier Ireland by improving the health and wellbeing of our nation through exercise, sport and active lifestyles.

Your mission:

• Behave as a role model for everyone
• Display a commitment to our vision, purpose and values
• Maintain a high standard of customer service
• Operate your shift to ensure all areas are covered and duties are completed
• Performance manage and mentor the team to ensure excellent operational standards
• Deliver the highest standards of health and safety adhering to our policies and procedures at all times
• Ensure effective communication in relation to the operation and day-to-day running of the centre
• Ensure the presentation and cleanliness of the centre is always at the highest standards
• Be an Aura ambassador and represent the company with a professional approach and attitude

Here's what we need from you:

• Must have previous experience in a leadership role
• R.L.S.S Pool Lifeguard or I.W.S Pool Lifeguard Qualification or willing to successfully complete within 6 months of employment - internal training provided!
• The ability to delegate work, follow up results and provide feedback, coach and develop the team
• Excellent communication, planning and organisational skills
• Must be able to prioritise multiple tasks based on the needs of our business
• Knowledge of the leisure industry is a distinct advantage but not essential
• A positive, results oriented and driven attitude and a willingness to learn and improve
• Strong IT Skills (Microsoft Excel and Word)
• Be commercially aware and target focused
• Have high standards in health & safety and customer service
• Excellent initiative and problem solving skills
• Swim Teacher, Fitness Instructor and Pool Plant qualifications are an advantage
• Be flexible in relation to your hours/days of work - morning, afternoon, evening, both weekdays and weekend shifts

Part-Time:

Pay: The basic rates of pay for the role are between €16.30 and €19.91 per hour Monday to Sunday. Bonus: The role is eligible for a performance related bonus based on specific targets and goals on completion of successful probation period up to a maximum of €1,500 per annum pro rata. Only Duty Managers who work at least two Duty Manager shifts per week are entitled to be considered for a bonus payment.

If you believe you are the right fit for this role, why not check out our values and see if Aura is the right fit for you? https://www.auraleisure.ie/about-us/

To be considered for this role you must be legally entitled to work in Ireland.

We do not require the assistance of agencies. Aura is an equal opportunities employer.

By applying for the position, you agree for Aura Holohan Group to collect your personal data for the purpose of managing recruitment related activities.

Aura does not disclose your personal data to unauthorized third parties.

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