Managers and Leisure Instructors
Location: Dublin (Dun Laoghaire Area)
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive – depending on experience, pension provided
About Us
At dlr Leisure, we pride ourselves on creating a welcoming, encouraging, and results-driven atmosphere. We are dedicated to going the extra mile for our clients and are looking for someone who shares our commitment to excellence, teamwork, and personal growth. We are looking for a passionate, driven, and experienced Managers and Full Time Leisure Instructors to lead our teams and elevate our facility standards.
Key Responsibilities – Managers
Operational Leadership: Day-to-day management of the leisure facility, including gym, pool, studio areas, and all outdoor facilities.
IT Skills: To learn, understand and utilise many leisure software programmes, from POS to software efficiency systems.
Team Management: Train, lead, and inspire a team of fitness instructors, lifeguards, and reception staff to deliver exceptional customer service.
Performance & Revenue: Drive facility sales and meet performance targets.
Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure strict compliance with all health and safety, pool and gym regulations, and statutory requirements.
Customer Experience: Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and customer care.
Key Responsibilities – Leisure Instructors
Welcome and induct new clients.
Design and deliver tailored wet and dry programmes for individuals, schools, centre swimming lessons and small groups.
Lead and instruct wet and dry training classes.
Demonstrate and supervise the safe use of gym equipment and the safe use of the pool.
Motivate, support, and inspire clients to achieve their fitness goals and encourage swimmers to reach their full potential.
Assist with community events and activities.
Maintain high standards of cleanliness and care throughout the facility.
Requirements – Managers
Recognised Fitness Instructor / Personal Trainer qualification (required)
Previous management experience in a fitness/leisure setting.
Relevant qualification in Leisure Management, Sports Science, or Business.
Strong leadership, staff management, and team-building skills.
Strong financial acumen and sales focus.
Requirements – Leisure Instructors
Recognised Fitness Instructor / Personal Trainer qualification (required)
Range of fitness class qualifications including spinning, wellness classes and group keep fit.
Level 1 and or Level 2 Swimming Teachers qualification.
RLSS Lifeguard (In date).
Friendly, positive, and approachable attitude.
Eagerness to learn and develop professionally.
Ability to coach and motivate small groups and individuals.
Previous experience in the fitness industry is an advantage.
Must have work authorisation in Ireland.
Benefits
Competitive salary scales
Company Pension (PRSA)
Career progression pathways
Comprehensive training and upskilling programme
Roster plan over 7 days
23 days annual leave
Closed on Bank Holidays
Free gym membership
On-site parking
Wellness programme
To Apply
If you are ready to join a supportive, energetic, and fast-paced environment where everyone works together to succeed, we would love to hear from you.
All applicants are subject to Garda Vetting and prior to an employment offer being made one must be successfully Garda Vetted with a NIL Disclosure.
Please send a detailed Curriculum Vitae and Covering Letter to gdunleavylarkin@dlrleisure.ie.
dlr Leisure are an equal opportunities employer.
#J-18808-Ljbffr