Senior Leisure Club Manager – Hotel Wellness Lead

Anner Hotel; Thurles; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Senior leadership role

Established leisure operation

Competitive salary

Professional development

Supportive working environment

Job summary

The Anner Hotel in Thurles is seeking a seasoned Leisure Club Manager to lead our busy 4‑star leisure centre, overseeing operations and a dedicated team. This senior role reports to the General Manager and focuses on safety, service quality, and strategic growth.

You will drive membership, manage budgets, and collaborate with hotel leadership to maintain the highest standards of guest experience and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience managing a busy leisure club or hotel facility.
• Proven leadership and team management experience.
• Pool Plant Operations Certification.
• Current Lifeguard Qualification (RLSS NPLQ or equivalent).
• Occupational First Aid certification.
• Strong understanding of risk assessments, compliance and audit standards.

Responsibilities

• Full operational management of the leisure centre.
• Leadership and development of the leisure team.
• Maintaining health & safety compliance standards.
• Managing budgets, payroll and cost controls.
• Driving membership growth and retention.
• Overseeing pool plant operations and preventative maintenance.
• Ensuring excellent guest and member experience at all times.
• Preparing for and managing quality audits and inspections.
• Work closely with senior hotel management on strategic planning.

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Health & Safety

Budgeting

Guest Experience

Commercial Awareness

Education

Lifeguard Certification (RLSS NPLQ)

Pool Plant Operations Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

The Anner Hotel in Thurles is seeking a seasoned Leisure Club Manager to lead our busy 4‑star leisure centre, overseeing operations and a dedicated team. This senior role reports to the General Manager and focuses on safety, service quality, and strategic growth.

You will drive membership, manage budgets, and collaborate with hotel leadership to maintain the highest standards of guest experience and operational excellence.