Elite Gym Manager: Lead Growth & Premier Member Experience

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gym membership

Professional development

Health benefits

Paid time off

Prestigious location

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton seeks a results-driven Gym Manager to oversee all aspects of gym operations, from staff leadership to member services and sales. The role drives membership growth, ensures operational efficiency, and maintains the premium brand reputation of the facility.

The ideal candidate has strong leadership, fitness industry knowledge, and a passion for delivering an extraordinary member experience.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and staff-management capabilities in a fitness/gym setting.
• Strong knowledge of sales, marketing and revenue generation for membership growth.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a customer-centric approach.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day gym operations and member experience.
• Lead, train and motivate frontline and PT staff.
• Develop and execute sales/marketing plans to grow memberships.
• Manage budgets, expenses and target revenue performance.
• Ensure equipment safety and maintenance across the facility.
• Plan diverse class schedules and optimize programming.
• Handle member inquiries and feedback professionally.

Skills

Leadership

Staff Management

Sales & Marketing

Customer Service

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Management or related

Relevant fitness certifications

Tools

POS systems

Fitness club software

Job description

Placements24 in Sandton seeks a results-driven Gym Manager to oversee all aspects of gym operations, from staff leadership to member services and sales. The role drives membership growth, ensures operational efficiency, and maintains the premium brand reputation of the facility.

The ideal candidate has strong leadership, fitness industry knowledge, and a passion for delivering an extraordinary member experience.