Ocean Fitness is Galway's leading health and fitness facility, offering state-of-the-art gym equipment, premium group fitness classes, swimming facilities, and a supportive community focused on positive, sustainable wellness.
We pride ourselves on providing an exceptional experience to every member who walks through our doors.
Role Overview We are seeking a passionate and driven Health Leisure Gym Manager to lead our team and oversee day-to-day operations.
The ideal candidate is a strong leader with a genuine passion for health and fitness, excellent customer-service skills, and a proven ability to manage staff, membership growth, and facilities to the highest standard.
Key Responsibilities Lead, motivate, and develop the fitness and front-of-house team Oversee daily gym operations, class scheduling, and membership services Ensure the facility remains safe, clean, and well-maintained Handle customer queries and resolve issues professionally Maintain compliance with health safety and industry standards Support marketing and promotional initiatives, events, and partnerships Implement and enforce health safety policies (including pool safety operating procedures) Ensure all staff training and certifications are up-to-date Conduct regular facility risk assessments and emergency drills Manage incident reports and operational audits Recruit, train, motivate, and supervise staff Conduct performance evaluations and continuous development plans Foster a positive, professional, and customer-focused culture Deliver exceptional member experience and address member needs/feedback Help drive membership growth, retention, and community engagement initiatives Manage budgets, payroll, and purchasing Monitor revenue streams (memberships, classes, programs, PT, retail) Track performance KPIs and produce monthly reports Work with marketing teams to support promotions and campaigns