Duty Manager – Leisure & Fitness Facility Location: South Bristol
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Are you an enthusiastic and proactive leader looking to take the next step in your leisure management career? We are working with a well-established and community-focused leisure provider to recruit an experienced
Duty Manager for a large, modern fitness and recreation facility in
South Bristol.
About the Facility This flagship centre offers a wide range of high-quality amenities, including a 155-station fully equipped gym, a diverse programme of group exercise classes, a swimming pool and spa, and a multi-use sports hall. The site plays a key role in promoting health, wellbeing, and active lifestyles for people of all ages and backgrounds.
About the Role As
Duty Manager, you will be a vital part of the day-to-day operation of the centre—leading shifts, supporting frontline staff, ensuring excellent customer service, and maintaining a safe, high-quality environment for all users.
Key Responsibilities: - Manage daily operations and act as shift leader
- Ensure high standards of health and safety and customer care
- Lead and support staff across various departments, including poolside
- Contribute to programme development, marketing, and customer engagement
- Oversee security procedures, key holding, and emergency call-outs
- Support recruitment, training, and development of team members
- Monitor performance targets, participation levels, and cost-effectiveness
- Handle cash, reporting, and general administrative duties
The Ideal Candidate You will be a confident communicator with a customer-first approach, comfortable managing people and facilities in a fast-paced, public-facing environment.
Essential: - Previous supervisory or team leader experience within leisure, fitness, or hospitality
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- Flexible approach to working hours, including evenings and weekends
Desirable: - National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ)
- Pool Plant Operator Certificate
- Qualification in Leisure Management, Sports Development, or a related area
What’s in It for You
- A fulfilling role in a supportive, values-driven organisation
- Opportunities for career growth within the leisure sector
- Access to on-site fitness and wellness facilities
- Ongoing training and professional development
If you are ready to make a positive impact in the leisure industry, we would love to hear from you, please apply today!