Operations Manager - Sports and Leisure Centre
| Posting date: | 21 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £35,000 to £38,000 per year |
| Additional salary information: | + Great Benefits |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 February 2026 |
| Location: | St. Albans, Hertfordshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Flow Recruitment Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | St Albans |
Summary
Our client is one of the UK's largest and most progressive Leisure Centre operators. They are currently looking to recruit a Operations/Assistant Manager to join one of their flagship facilities based in the heart of St Albans, Hertfordshire.
The successful candidate will be responsible for driving income targets and financial KPI’s, supporting health and safety and driving operational excellence whilst supporting the development of the centre and the team. You will be in a senior management role supporting the General Manager in all aspects of the business
We need an Operations Manager who will:
- Manage the day-to-day operations of the centre ensuring that the highest levels of customer service and safety are achieved
- Lead on areas such as increasing activity and ensure all programming is working effectively
- Be both a role model for the centres team and to make the centre a fun and friendly environment to both colleagues and customers alike
- Have excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as a good understanding of IT
- In the absence of the General Manager, step up to the role as needed
NPLQ, PPO, FAW qualifications are required but will need to be achieved within a set timescale if not qualified. This position will involve day, evening and weekend work, including public holidays.
The successful candidate will be responsible for driving income targets and financial KPI’s, supporting health and safety and driving operational excellence whilst supporting the development of the centre and the team. You will be in a senior management role supporting the General Manager in all aspects of the business
We need an Operations Manager who will:
- Manage the day-to-day operations of the centre ensuring that the highest levels of customer service and safety are achieved
- Lead on areas such as increasing activity and ensure all programming is working effectively
- Be both a role model for the centres team and to make the centre a fun and friendly environment to both colleagues and customers alike
- Have excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as a good understanding of IT
- In the absence of the General Manager, step up to the role as needed
NPLQ, PPO, FAW qualifications are required but will need to be achieved within a set timescale if not qualified. This position will involve day, evening and weekend work, including public holidays.