Leisure Centre Manager

✨ Leisure Club Manager – Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Cork

Ready to lead one of Cork’s most vibrant leisure and wellbeing destinations?
The Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Cork is seeking an experienced and energetic Leisure Club Manager to oversee the daily operations of our Leisure Club, elevate member experience, and drive commercial success within one of the region’s leading hotel leisure facilities.

In this role, you will play a central part in shaping the future of our leisure offering—delivering exceptional service to hotel guests and club members, developing a high-performing team, and ensuring our facilities continue to exceed the standards expected of the Radisson Blu brand.

You will work closely with the Hotel General Manager and Group Leisure Manager, contributing to strategy, growth, and the continued development of a standout leisure experience within the Radisson Blu Cork community.


💼 Key Responsibilities

Business & Operations

  • Oversee the day-to-day running of the Radisson Blu Cork Leisure Club, ensuring a welcoming, high-quality environment at all times.

  • Drive membership growth, retention, and revenue through strong sales initiatives and local marketing.

  • Manage budgets, payroll, and departmental costs in line with hotel and group standards.

  • Ensure plant, equipment, and facilities are maintained to Radisson Blu brand expectations.

  • Deliver monthly commercial targets while consistently enhancing member value.

Leadership & People Development

  • Lead, inspire, and develop a team of fitness, sales, and member experience professionals.

  • Create a performance-driven culture that aligns with Radisson Blu values of genuine hospitality and outstanding service.

  • Foster teamwork, motivation, and a positive, energetic work environment.

Customer Experience

  • Build a strong sense of community where members feel they truly belong.

  • Ensure every guest and member receives a warm Radisson Blu welcome and a consistently exceptional experience.

  • Champion service excellence across all touchpoints of the Leisure Club.

Safety & Compliance

  • Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety, Fire, Hygiene, and Security standards in line with hotel and Radisson Blu policies.

  • Maintain a safe, clean, and professional facility for colleagues, members, and guests.


🧩 Skills & Behaviours

  • Commercially driven with strong analytical skills.

  • Highly organised and process-focused, with strong attention to operational excellence.

  • An engaging leader who sets clear expectations and motivates others to achieve.

  • Strong communicator with the ability to build relationships and inspire loyalty.

  • Creative problem solver with flexibility and resilience.


🎓 Essential Qualifications & Experience

  • Third-level qualification in Fitness, Sports, or Leisure Management.

  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in Leisure Club Management.

  • Proven track record in achieving business targets and leading teams to success.

  • Strong business acumen, including budgeting, revenue, and cost management.

  • Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.

  • Competent in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

⭐ Desired Qualifications

  • Fitness Instructor Level 3 (REPS Ireland)

  • STA Pool Plant Operator Award

  • Swim Teaching Qualification

  • Group Exercise Qualification

  • Occupational First Aid

  • Lifeguard certification

  • Experience working with CRM systems


🌟 Join the Team at Radisson Blu Cork

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a key part of our hotel’s guest and member experience. If you’re passionate about fitness, community, and delivering exceptional service—and you want to grow your career within the Radisson Blu brand—we would love to hear from you.

Leisure Centre Manager

Cork, County Cork, Ireland

T45 K773

Competitive salary and benefits package Industry leading benefits package
Permanent - Full-time
Posted 12 days ago
Closing date: 01/03/2026
Job reference: AC1499041CorLCM

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