Leisure Centre Duty Manager

Faithlegg; Munster; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals on duty

Employee discount on leisure services

Uniform provided

Pension/PRSA option

VHI Group Discount Scheme

Discounts in local business

Job summary

Faithlegg is seeking a Duty Manager to oversee the Estuary Leisure Club, focusing on pool operations, guest safety, and hygiene standards. You will support the Leisure Centre Manager and drive guest experiences, membership growth, and revenue targets across pool, gym, spa, and related facilities.

The ideal candidate will have supervisory experience in a hotel leisure setting, strong pool operations knowledge, and relevant lifeguard/CPO certifications.

Qualifications

• Supervisory role in hotel leisure centre or pool environment is required.
• Strong knowledge of pool plant operations and safety standards is essential.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends is expected.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily leisure centre operations and ensure top customer service.
• Supervise poolside activities including water quality testing and lifeguard standards.
• Ensure cleanliness and maintenance of all leisure facilities including pool, gym and spa areas.
• Support and supervise leisure centre team members and assist with training and development.
• Deliver swimming lessons where required and promote memberships and fitness programs.
• Assist in budgeting, stock management and cost control.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Pool operations knowledge

Health & safety

Customer service

Education

IWS/ILAM Pool Lifeguard

NSSPC

NCEHS/NCEF Fitness Instructor

Job description

The Leisure Centre Duty Manager is responsible for the smooth day-to-day operation of the hotel's Estuary Leisure Club, with a strong focus on pool operations, guest/member safety and hygiene standards. The role supports the Leisure Centre Manager in delivering exceptional guest experiences, achieving financial targets and maintaining the highest standards across all leisure facilities including the swimming pool, jacuzzi, steam room, sauna and gym.

The role:

• Oversee daily operations of the leisure centre ensuring excellent customer service at all times.


• Supervise poolside operations including water quality testing, pool plant monitoring, hygiene compliance and lifeguard standards.


• Ensure all leisure areas, changing rooms, gym and pool facilities are cleaned and maintained to a high standard.


• Support and supervise leisure centre team members and assist with training and development.


• Deliver swimming lessons where required.


• Promote memberships, fitness programmes, hotel leisure services and special offers to maximise revenue.


• Assist in controlling departmental costs, stock management and achieving budget targets.


• Maintain compliance with Health & Safety, emergency procedures and hotel policies.


• Handle guest and member queries professionally and efficiently.


• Support the Leisure Centre Manager with operational planning and ad hoc tasks as required

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous supervisory experience in a hotel leisure centre, or pool environment.


• Strong knowledge of pool plant operations and leisure facility health & safety standards.


• IWS/ILAM Pool Lifeguard or equivalent qualification


• National Swimming and Spa Pool Certificate (NSSPC)


• A nationally recognised NCEHS/NCEF Fitness Instructors qualification or equivalent desirable


• Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills.


• Flexible approach to shifts, including evenings and weekends.


• Passion for fitness and guest service


• High level of Computer literacy.

Benefits include:

• FBD Hotels & Resorts Employee, Family and Friends Initiative.


• Employee assistance program.


• Discounted Leisure Centre Membership.


• Paid Wedding Day Off.


• Discounted Golf Membership and Green Fees.


• Discounted at the Treatment Suites.


• Meals on duty.


• Uniform.


• Personal Retirement Savings Account or PRSA.


• VHI. Group Discount Scheme.


• Discounts in local business.