Relief Spa Manager — Luxury Lodge, 6w on/2w off

Phoenix Recruitment Limited; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Recruitment Limited is seeking a Relief/Assistant Spa Manager for a luxury game lodge near Hoedspruit to oversee daily spa operations and ensure exceptional guest experiences.

You will lead the therapist team, coordinate bookings and staff schedules, manage stock and retail, maintain treatment rooms and equipment to the highest hygiene standards, and handle guest enquiries with professionalism. The role requires flexibility and a 6 weeks on, 2 weeks off cycle.

Qualifications

• Recognised qualification in Somatology.
• Minimum 7 years’ relevant experience, including 5 years as a Spa Therapist and 2 years as a Senior Spa Therapist.
• Experience in a high-end spa, luxury hotel or lodge environment preferred.
• Strong guest service and leadership.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Willingness to work a cycle of 6 weeks on and 2 weeks off.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily spa management and oversee operations in the Spa Manager’s absence.
• Deliver professional spa treatments and personalised guest care.
• Support and guide the therapist team to maintain high treatment and service standards.
• Coordinate treatment bookings, staff schedules and guest requirements.
• Assist with stock control, product orders and retail sales.
• Maintain treatment rooms, equipment and spa facilities to the required hygiene and presentation standards.
• Handle guest enquiries and resolve concerns professionally.
• Assist with spa administration and reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Guest service

Spa operations

Treatment skills

Education

Somatology qualification

Job description

Phoenix Recruitment Limited is seeking a Relief/Assistant Spa Manager for a luxury game lodge near Hoedspruit to oversee daily spa operations and ensure exceptional guest experiences.

You will lead the therapist team, coordinate bookings and staff schedules, manage stock and retail, maintain treatment rooms and equipment to the highest hygiene standards, and handle guest enquiries with professionalism. The role requires flexibility and a 6 weeks on, 2 weeks off cycle.