Leisure Centre Manager

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 650,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus structure

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Annual leave

Career advancement

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay is seeking an experienced Leisure Centre Manager to oversee all operations at the facility. You will lead staff, manage budgets, programming, and maintenance, while driving membership growth and community engagement.

This senior role requires strategic planning, a strong customer-service ethos, and hands-on leadership to deliver a high-quality experience for patrons.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Sports Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in leisure centre management or a similar hospitality role.
• Proven budget management, staff leadership, and operational oversight.
• Strong understanding of fitness, recreation, and customer service principles.
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and strategic planning abilities.
• Experience with facility management software and marketing techniques.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the leisure centre, including staff scheduling and performance.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve financial targets and enhance service offerings.
• Oversee the maintenance and safety of all leisure centre facilities and equipment.
• Implement effective marketing and sales strategies to increase membership and program participation.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Lead and motivate the centre's team, fostering a culture of excellent customer service.

Skills

Budget management

Staff leadership

Operational oversight

Customer service

Marketing techniques

Strategic planning

Fitness/recreation knowledge

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Management or Sports Management

Tools

Facility management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and proactive Leisure Centre Manager to oversee all operations at their facility in Richards Bay . This senior role requires a strategic leader capable of managing staff, budgets, programming, and facility maintenance to ensure a high-quality experience for all patrons. You will be responsible for driving membership growth, operational efficiency, and community engagement, making this a pivotal position in the local leisure and sports sector. The successful candidate will foster a positive environment for both staff and visitors in the Richards Bay area.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the leisure centre, including staff scheduling and performance.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve financial targets and enhance service offerings.
• Oversee the maintenance and safety of all leisure centre facilities and equipment.
• Implement effective marketing and sales strategies to increase membership and program participation.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Lead and motivate the centre's team, fostering a culture of excellent customer service.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Sports Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in leisure centre management or a similar hospitality role.
• Proven track record in budget management, staff leadership, and operational oversight.
• Strong understanding of fitness, recreation, and customer service principles.
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and strategic planning abilities.
• Experience with facility management software and marketing techniques.

Benefits

• Attractive salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Opportunities for career advancement within the organization.
• A dynamic and rewarding work environment.