One Leisure General Manager
| Posting date: | 03 July 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £40,633 to £45,489 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 July 2024 |
| Location: | St. Ives, Huntingdon |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Huntingdonshire District Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Huntingdonshire District Council (HDC) is passionate about providing high-quality services to our communities, residents and businesses. This means we must employ and retain the most talented and dedicated people.
Situated within the heart of the Cambridge-Peterborough Growth Area, Huntingdonshire is a beautiful district that boasts thriving market towns and many attractive villages, each with its own identity. We are an innovative and forward-thinking local authority whose residents are at the heart of our decision-making.
At HDC we want to employ staff who embody our icare values (Inspiring, Collaborative, Accountable, Respectful, Enterprising), all of which support our ultimate purpose of putting our customers first.
Job details
Are you looking to drive your career in the leisure industry? If so, we have a fantastic opportunity for you to lead our flagship leisure centre.
About the role
We are seeking an ambitious leader with a passion for health and fitness, a flair for exceptional customer service and a proven track record in leisure facility management. As the captain of our ship, you will oversee a diverse team, manage the day-to-day operations, and ensure the highest standards of safety and customer satisfaction.
Your strategic vision will guide the centre to new heights, driving membership growth and community engagement. With fantastic facilities, including a 25 metre swimming pool, a busy gym, and a variety of fitness classes, you will have all the tools at your disposal to create an inclusive, motivating, and thriving environment.
About you
Using your experience in management within the leisure, hospitality, or related industry, you’ll have strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a diverse team, galvanising purpose to fuel growth and cultural transformation. With excellent communication and interpersonal skills, you’ll be adept at resource management, budgeting and financial planning.
If you have the drive to inspire, lead from the front and taking ownership for making a positive impact both now and for the future, apply now and lead our centre to excellence!
This role is subject to a DBS check.
An offer of employment is conditional upon having the right to work in the UK. Huntingdonshire District Council does not hold a Sponsorship Licence and is unable to provide a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) or take over sponsorship for any role.
Apply
Does this sound like the opportunity for you? If so, we'd love to hear from you. You can apply by either completing an application form. or submitting your CV, along with a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role, to recruitment@huntingdonshire.gov.uk
The closing date is 9am on Thursday 18 July. However, this is a rolling campaign and we'll be reviewing suitable applications on an ongoing basis. We will close the advert early should we receive suitable applications, so please don't delay in applying!
For many of our roles (and where it is possible) we are currently working remotely and anticipate in the future returning to a hybrid office model on a flexible basis. This will still include work-from-home and flexi-time opportunities in order to provide a good work-life balance whilst still ensuring that teams benefit from in-person interaction. Candidates should therefore be within commutable distance of our offices in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire or able to attend meetings as required if further afield.
Should you have any additional questions regarding submitting an application, please contact the Recruitment Team at recruitment@huntingdonshire.gov.uk.
Please note that the official closing date is as above, and will be the correct date. Some third-party websites may have different dates. Please refer to the HDC website for the official closing date to ensure you do not miss out on applying.
Working for the council
As an employer who values diversity of thought, we seek to employ candidates from a range of backgrounds in order to make our organisation more innovative. We are seeking candidates who are looking for their next career opportunity and are supportive employers, enabling our staff to work in an environment that produces high standards of work in an employee-led environment.
Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our recruitment and along with our values we are committed to creating an inclusive working environment, where diversity is valued and there is equality of opportunity. We therefore welcome applications from all sections of the community and we offer a range of benefits, including flexitime, to encourage a work-life balance.
Situated within the heart of the Cambridge-Peterborough Growth Area, Huntingdonshire is a beautiful district that boasts thriving market towns and many attractive villages, each with its own identity. We are an innovative and forward-thinking local authority whose residents are at the heart of our decision-making.
At HDC we want to employ staff who embody our icare values (Inspiring, Collaborative, Accountable, Respectful, Enterprising), all of which support our ultimate purpose of putting our customers first.
Job details
Are you looking to drive your career in the leisure industry? If so, we have a fantastic opportunity for you to lead our flagship leisure centre.
About the role
We are seeking an ambitious leader with a passion for health and fitness, a flair for exceptional customer service and a proven track record in leisure facility management. As the captain of our ship, you will oversee a diverse team, manage the day-to-day operations, and ensure the highest standards of safety and customer satisfaction.
Your strategic vision will guide the centre to new heights, driving membership growth and community engagement. With fantastic facilities, including a 25 metre swimming pool, a busy gym, and a variety of fitness classes, you will have all the tools at your disposal to create an inclusive, motivating, and thriving environment.
About you
Using your experience in management within the leisure, hospitality, or related industry, you’ll have strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a diverse team, galvanising purpose to fuel growth and cultural transformation. With excellent communication and interpersonal skills, you’ll be adept at resource management, budgeting and financial planning.
If you have the drive to inspire, lead from the front and taking ownership for making a positive impact both now and for the future, apply now and lead our centre to excellence!
This role is subject to a DBS check.
An offer of employment is conditional upon having the right to work in the UK. Huntingdonshire District Council does not hold a Sponsorship Licence and is unable to provide a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) or take over sponsorship for any role.
Apply
Does this sound like the opportunity for you? If so, we'd love to hear from you. You can apply by either completing an application form. or submitting your CV, along with a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role, to recruitment@huntingdonshire.gov.uk
The closing date is 9am on Thursday 18 July. However, this is a rolling campaign and we'll be reviewing suitable applications on an ongoing basis. We will close the advert early should we receive suitable applications, so please don't delay in applying!
For many of our roles (and where it is possible) we are currently working remotely and anticipate in the future returning to a hybrid office model on a flexible basis. This will still include work-from-home and flexi-time opportunities in order to provide a good work-life balance whilst still ensuring that teams benefit from in-person interaction. Candidates should therefore be within commutable distance of our offices in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire or able to attend meetings as required if further afield.
Should you have any additional questions regarding submitting an application, please contact the Recruitment Team at recruitment@huntingdonshire.gov.uk.
Please note that the official closing date is as above, and will be the correct date. Some third-party websites may have different dates. Please refer to the HDC website for the official closing date to ensure you do not miss out on applying.
Working for the council
As an employer who values diversity of thought, we seek to employ candidates from a range of backgrounds in order to make our organisation more innovative. We are seeking candidates who are looking for their next career opportunity and are supportive employers, enabling our staff to work in an environment that produces high standards of work in an employee-led environment.
Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our recruitment and along with our values we are committed to creating an inclusive working environment, where diversity is valued and there is equality of opportunity. We therefore welcome applications from all sections of the community and we offer a range of benefits, including flexitime, to encourage a work-life balance.
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