Job Ref: KHL1604
Branch: The Europe Hotel Resort
Location: Fossa, Killarney, Co. Kerry, V93 KHN6, Ireland
Salary/Benefits: Competitive Salary
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Shift pattern: Flexible
Hours per week: 40
Posted date: 29/10/2025
Closing date: 30/11/2025
Fitness Instructor
We're looking for a motivated Fitness Instructor to join our team and bring energy, enthusiasm, and expertise to our valued guests and members. Our Fitness Instructors are responsible for delivering exceptional fitness services to guests and members of ESPA at The Europe, whilst maintaining excellent five-star client care and standards.
ESPA at The Europe consists of five pools, fully equipped gym and state of the art technical equipment including a fitness studio. We are proud of our people and the facilities we can offer, and we are looking to expand our current team with like minded individuals who are dedicated to creating a positive and motivating environment.
Reports to: Spa Manager, Assistant Manager Supervisor
Duties:
* Ability to carry out fitness assessments and classes as requested by members and hotel guests
* Organise and conduct fitness programmes, inductions and develop programmes for clients of all abilities
* In depth knowledge of gym equipment and able to advise members and guests on the correct usage
* Must ensure adequate cleaning of the pool, gym, studio and reception areas
* Ensure that the stations (reception, changing rooms, pool side and gym facilities) are kept clean and fully equipped at all times
* Adhere to all health and safety regulations
* Promote the facilities and classes to hotel guests and members
* Responsible for revenue generation through up selling of personal training and packages in Active Level area
Requirements:
* Diploma in Health and Leisure is desirable
* Certificate National Qualification in Exercise, Health Studies and Personal Training is essential
* Minimum of two years' experience is required
* Personal hygiene and grooming must be kept to a high standard in line with our brand standards
* Positive, motivating attitude is a must
* Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
* Ability to deliver a high level of customer service
* Dedicated to health and fitness and updating of social media channels for the gym
* Candidates must be First Aid and emergency response trained – FETAC level 5. Proof of certification will be required
* Fluency of English, both verbal and written, is essential
Benefits:
* Competitive salaries
* Complimentary meals whilst on duty
* Free parking
* Pension Schemes
* Employee Discounts
* Career Development
* Training
* Tax saving Schemes
* Employee Social Events
* Complimentary laundry of company provided uniforms
* On-site state of the art Staff Accommodation, subject to availability
The Europe 5 Star Hotel in Killarney, Co. Kerry is one of the most luxurious 5 star Hotel, Conference Event Centres in Ireland and also incorporates ESPA at The Europe, one of Ireland's largest spa hotels in Ireland. It is in the beautiful grounds of this luxury 5 star hotel in Ireland that the waters of Killarney's largest lake, Lough Lein, reflect the wilderness of Kerry's magnificent McGillycuddy Reeks Mountain range in the scenic South West of Ireland. Enjoy a range of leisure activities on the grounds of one the finest luxury hotels Ireland has to offer.
This 5 star hotel accommodation in Ireland captures the imagination of visitors to Killarney whether for our Killarney Spa, or our Killarney hotels restaurants or for a conference in Kerry. Enjoy luxury 5 star hotel accommodation in Kerry Ireland let relaxation envelop you as you enjoy one of Ireland's finest views from your own private balcony overlooking Killarney Golf Fishing Club or the Lakes of Killarney.