18 August 2008

Health and Fitness Manager

Do you want to join the number 1 health club chain in the World?Please send your CV and a covering letter toepsommanager@fitnessfirst.comEssential experiencePersonal trainingLevel 3 member of REP'sManaging a team in a fitness environmentRelevant personal training qualificationDesirable experienceIT literacyETM or equivalent qualificationSetting up and running own businessSales experienceReport writing and submissionEmployee relations/recruitment experienceMarketing/promotional experiencePurpose of the roleThe Health and Fitness Manager manages the overall Fitness product including personal training and group exercise within the business, responsible for recruiting, co-ordinating, motivating and providing business support to a team of Personal Trainers ensuring all members have the best possible fitness experience.Key tasks and responsibilitiesCommunication:It is vital that the Health and Fitness Manager maintains an open line of communication to the General Manager and other departments on all aspects of the Personal Training business. The Health and Fitness Manager will be required to hold regular meetings with the Studio and Events Manager, Personal Trainers and Fitness Consultants. In addition, the Health and Fitness Manager will be required to communicate on a weekly basis with the Divisional Fitness Manager and attend monthly meetings as requested.Customer service: Responsible for ensuring members receive excellent service on the gym floor, the Health and Fitness Manager will ensure all our members have access to personal training, understand the benefits, and are in receipt of a high quality product.Operational and administrative responsibilities: The Health and Fitness Manager will be responsible for running the overall fitness operation within the club. You will be required to produce monthly business reports to your Divisional Fitness Manager and maintain weekly reports for inspection.The person: The role of the Health and Fitness Manager requires an enthusiastic, professional individual with entrepreneurial skills. They must be a problem solver and able to act using their own initiative. Good organisation and administrative skills are also required as well as a proactive approach to his/her work to ensure budgets/targets and KPI’s are reached and that the personal training business within the club runs successfully and is highly profitable. Excellent communication skills are necessary when dealing with members, Personal Trainers and colleagues.OTE £22+

Contact Info: epsommanager@fitnessfirst.co.uk