Leisure Facility Manager

Leisure & Sporting Activities

Main role

A Leisure Facility Manager operates a facility whose purpose is to allow the public to relax, do sport or have fun in a dedicated complex (e.g. thalassotherapy centre, fitness centre) or an outdoor leisure centre (e.g. horse-riding centre). They are responsible for the safe functioning of the equipment, and for ensuring that it complies with current safety standards.

SIMILAR JOB TITLES/JOBS

Director of Leisure Facilities, Director of Entertainment Facilities, Venue Manager, Leisure Centre Manager.
 

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Job tasks

  • They draw up and implement the HR Management strategy.
  • They are responsible for the budget monitoring and administration of the organisation.
  • They are responsible for defining and implementing the marketing, sales and communications strategies.
  • They ensure compliance with the regulations concerning the installation of equipment and ensure the safety of the public.
  • They are responsible for ensuring that the public receives a proper welcome, and that quality standards, and Health & Safety procedures are respected.

Required skills

Excellent interpersonal skills, Strong organisational skills, Rigour, Diplomacy, Proficiency in English.

What you need to learn/master

Team management, Project management, Oral communication, Marketing and customer experience, Equipment safety standards, Fluency in English.

  • Level of qualification: Master Year 2 (5 years of post-High School education)

Career opportunities & progression 

They can progress to managing several facilities at the same time, or they can move into hotel or restaurant management.

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