Job Title: Leisure Centre and Pool Manager
Reports To: General Managers / Directors
Location: Hotel Kilkenny
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Leisure Centre and Pool Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for promoting a high standard of hygiene and cleanliness with a proven track record in managing and maintaining Pool Plant and operations and a successful Leisure centre. You will be responsible for overseeing the Leisure Centre and facilities in Hotel Kilkenny.
Job Summary:
The Leisure Centre and Pool Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the leisure centre, including the swimming pool. This role involves maintaining a high standard of cleanliness and maintenance, managing staff, ensuring health and safety standards, enhancing customer satisfaction, and driving the financial performance of the facility.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Operations Management
· Oversee the daily operations of the leisure centre and pool, ensuring all facilities are clean, safe, and well-maintained.
· Facilitate weekly inspections of the Leisure centre facility with the property GM and Maintenance.
· Develop and implement operational policies and procedures to enhance efficiency and service quality.
· Monitor the usage and condition of equipment, arranging for repairs and maintenance as necessary.
· Oversee the daily operation of the pool plant, including filtration, heating, chemical dosing, and circulation systems.
· Conduct regular inspections of all plant room equipment to ensure optimal performance.
· Perform routine maintenance and repairs on pool plant equipment, including pumps, filters, heaters, and dosing systems.
· Monitor and maintain water quality in compliance with health and safety regulations.
· Conduct regular water tests, including pH, chlorine, and other chemical levels, adjusting as necessary.
· Ensure the correct and safe handling, storage, and use of pool chemicals.
· All maintenance issues are followed up on
- Service contracts are always monitored and fulfilled to ensure the highest standards, sourcing competitive rates.
- Staff Management
· Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate leisure centre and pool staff, including fitness instructors, and administrative personnel.
- Ensure detailed, actionable training is given with Club cleaning staff, fitness instructors, managers and supervisors.
- Ensure training and cleaning practises, ensuring that correct chemicals are used as per manufacturers/suppliers, by staff and correct techniques are used by staff, instructors & management.
- Create staff schedules, ensuring adequate coverage for all shifts and events.
· Foster a positive and productive work environment, encouraging teamwork and professional development.
· Ensure staff are trained in classes as required
· Issue personal training agreements to staff members where applicable
· Ensure Active Club Staff are adequately trained and proficient in Pool Plant and Gym Equipment maintenance and upkeep
· Ensure all Company Policies and procedures are adhered too
- employee / supervisors are carrying out their correct duties and supporting you to maintain standards and policies, procedures.
- Health and Safety
· Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations, including those specific to swimming pool operations.
· Conduct regular safety audits and risk assessments, implementing corrective actions as needed.
· Ensure staff are trained and signed off on SOPs and Risk Assessments
· Develop and oversee emergency response plans and procedures.
· Correct equipment and PPE is in stock, in good condition and staff are fully trained on how to use it and to monitor that staff are always using the PPE. - Customer Service
· Enhance the customer experience by maintaining high service standards and addressing customer inquiries and complaints promptly and effectively.
· Develop and implement programs, classes, and events to meet the needs and interests of the community.
· Promote membership sales and retention through exceptional customer service and engagement initiatives.
· Creative and trend analysis of Classes , keeping a varied and stimulating class experience for customers - Financial Management
· Prepare and manage the annual budget, monitoring financial performance and controlling expenditures.
· A demonstrated knowledge of the various cost centres and controls.
· Generate revenue through memberships, classes, events, and facility rentals.
· Identify opportunities for cost savings and revenue enhancement. - Marketing and Promotion
· Develop and execute marketing strategies to attract new members and retain existing ones.
· Coordinate promotional events and activities to increase community awareness and engagement.
· Utilize social media, local advertising, and community outreach to promote the leisure centre and its offerings. - Reporting and Administration
· Maintain accurate records of attendance, revenue, expenses, and other operational metrics.
· Prepare regular reports for senior management, providing insights and recommendations for improvement.
· Ensure all administrative tasks are completed accurately and on time.
Qualifications:
Essential:
· Minimum of 3 years of experience in managing a leisure centre, swimming pool, or similar facility.
· Minimum of 3 years of experience in pool plant operations and maintenance
· Strong knowledge of pool plant equipment and water chemistry
· Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations related to leisure and aquatic facilities.
· Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
· Proven ability to manage budgets and financial performance.
· Proficient in Microsoft Office and leisure management software.
Key Competencies:
· Leadership and Team Management
· Attention to Detail/Hygiene Control
· Customer Focus
· Problem Solving and Decision Making
· Communication and Interpersonal Skills
· Organizational Skills
· Marketing and Promotion
Working Conditions:
· This position will require working morning shifts, evening shifts, weekend shifts, and public holiday shifts based on business and roster requirements.
· Physical presence in the leisure centres and pool areas is necessary.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Bike to work scheme
- Company events
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Food allowance
- Gym membership
- On-site parking
Experience:
- Leisure Centre Management: 3 years (required)
Language:
Work Location: In perso