Gym Manager
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Position Overview & Specifications
POMPEY HEALTH & FITNESS CLUB is located at Portsmouth FC training ground and is operated by Mosaic Spa and Health Clubs on behalf of Portsmouth Football Club. Mosaic is one of the leading spa and leisure management companies specialising in the management of Health Clubs and Day Spas. We pride ourselves on providing a friendly and fun environment for our members and guests.
We are seeking to recruit a highly motivated Gym Manager to lead the gym team and drive all aspects of the fitness programme following an extensive refurbishment of the facilities.
The ideal candidate will have a true passion for the industry, enjoy working with people and possess excellent standards of customer care at all times, whilst demonstrating a good understanding of all aspects of what makes a successful health club.
This role involves overall responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the health club gym and class programme; as well as overall health club Duty Manager responsibilities, therefore, applicants should have a sound understanding of the key areas of responsibility including:
- To manage all aspects of member service, promoting high service standards within the club at all times and within company guidelines.
- To oversee the provision of inductions, reviews and gym programmes of members.
- To produce a gym rota that reflects the needs of the business and reflects the attendance to the club.
- To produce and check daily and monthly cleaning and maintenance schedules for the gym and studios.
- Performance Management including KPI’s
- Retention programmes and member challenges
In order to meet our high operating standards and levels of customer service, applicants should be able to create a friendly environment for leisure club users and staff, possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and demonstrate an ability to build relationships easily at all levels. The successful candidate must be highly organised, able to remain calm under pressure and think logically in a busy, fast-paced environment.
It would be advantageous (although not essential) to hold an RLSS Pool Lifeguard Qualification and First Aid at Work Certificate. In return, we offer extensive training opportunities, competitive salary, eligibility for a bonus scheme, use of club facilities and the opportunity for career progression.
The position is full time, working 5 shifts as part of a 7-day rota, and applicants must be able to work flexible hours including weekends and evenings.
Please apply with CV and covering letter to Richard Attah-Donkor, General Manager.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £24,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Gym membership
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
- Commission pay
Experience:
- operational gym / health club: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- NPLQ (preferred)
Work Location: One location
Reference ID: GMPFC0423
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Gym Manager roles across Mosaic Spa & Health Clubs's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £24,000 - £24,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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