Job Description
Location
Jacksons Hotel, Railway Road, Ballybofey
Leisure Centre Manager
About The Role
As Leisure Centre Manager you will take full responsibility for the day‑to‑day operation of our well‑maintained leisure centre, serving both hotel guests and local members. You will lead by example, ensuring high standards of customer care, health & safety and team engagement, while maintaining the reliability and character of our established leisure offering.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee the daily operation of the gym and leisure centre, ensuring a safe, clean, and welcoming environment
* Manage, train and motivate the leisure team to deliver consistently high standards of service
* Build strong relationships with members and guests, creating a positive and inclusive atmosphere
* Ensure full compliance with health & safety and operational standards
* Manage rotas, staffing levels and basic budgets effectively
* Work closely with hotel management to support guest satisfaction and membership retention
* Identify opportunities to enhance services while respecting the established nature of the facility
About You
* Previous experience managing a gym, leisure centre or similar facility
* A hands‑on leader who enjoys being visible, approachable and involved in daily operations
* Strong people‑management and communication skills
* A genuine interest in health, fitness and customer wellbeing
* Comfortable working within a traditional leisure centre environment
* Relevant leisure, fitness or pool plant qualifications are an advantage
What We Offer
* A stable and well‑established leisure operation at a leading local hotel
* Supportive management and a collaborative working environment
* A role with real responsibility and autonomy
* Competitive salary and benefits, commensurate with experience
Skills Needed
Servicing, Hospitality
About The Company
The Gallen Hospitality group is comprised of three 4‑star, family‑run hotels located in Ballybofey and Gweedore, Co Donegal.
Owned by the Gallen family, the Villa Rose Hotel was established in the year 2000 and is comprised of 57 bedrooms, a state‑of‑the‑art spa facility and has been consistently named Ireland's top hotels in the Tripadvisor Traveller's Choice awards. In 2016, the Gallen family added Jackson's Hotel to their offering. With 135 bedrooms, a leisure centre and extensive conference & banqueting facilities the hotel is one of the largest in the region. In 2021, the family acquired An Chúirt Hotel in Gweedores 66 bedrooms & a health club. An Chúirt is nestled in the beautiful Donegal countryside with the iconic Errigal Mountain as its backdrop.
Company Culture
At Gallen Hospitality our culture centres around our people and we focus on their well‑being, safety and equality. With over 300 employees, we are a principal hospitality employer in the County. When we take care of our staff, our staff take care of our guests.
WELL‑BEING We believe the role we can play in our employees' well‑being is one of the most important responsibilities we have as employers.
EQUALITY We operate an Equal Opportunities Policy. We are proud of how often employees are promoted within the Group.
Required Criteria
* Right to work in Ireland
* Lifeguard and Swim instructor qualifications
* Flexibility to work various shifts including evenings and weekends
* Excellent communication and organisational skills
Closing Date
Saturday 7th February, 2026
Contract Type
fulltime
Salary
Based on Experience
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