- Salary £32,000 - £36,000
- LocationPaignton
- Job type Permanent, Full Time
- DisciplineLeisure Management
- Reference025589
Centre Manager
Job description
CENTRE MANAGER
ABOUT US
Lex Leisure is a Community Interest Company (CIC) that has been established to build upon the legacy of two successful paralympic games in London and Rio, the Invictus Games and other sporting events that have helped to inspire persons with physical, mental or health related inequalities to be physically active. Aiming to deliver high quality services to our customers, the Company also prides itself on its exemplary health and safety record and commitment to staff.
JOB DESCRIPTION
This is an ideal role for an individual who is motivated by running their own facility. Whether for the development of your career or the belief in a worthwhile role, the satisfaction, pride and personal responsibility you gain from such a key role will be important to you. A key role, a key challenge, a personal experience!
Primary objectives for the Centre Manager will be:
To input into and implement the strategy for the business of Lex Leisure.
To consistently enhance both the financial performance and usage of the Contract.
To ensure the effective running of the Lex Leisure facilities for the community.
To manage, develop and co-ordinate staff resources effectively to meet the operational requirements of the Contract and to create a dynamic, innovative and responsive staff team through open communication and leadership.
Develop, maintain and evolve good relations with existing clients.
Monitor the performance of the operation through the proper Company accounting and reporting procedures.
Increase the company’s image and credibility.
Take responsibility for health and safety and actively participate in the maintenance and improvement of the overall Company Health and Safety culture.
Be technically able and play a proactive role in securing new business for LexLeisure.
The Centre Manager will focus day to day on the following tasks:
Oversee the smooth running of the facilities
Ensure that the buildings are presented at the highest levels of cleanliness to the people that use the facilities
To ensure that the systems provide information to the Client as required
To develop a programme that will attract increased usage from the local community
To consistently develop and improve operational procedures
To develop and maintain quality assured procedures for all aspects of the facilities operations inline with QUEST
Build and maintain a sound organisational structure, recruiting, training and motivating staff within the Contract
Effectively implement and monitor the company’s Health and Safety policy and associated procedures
To implement Parkwood Holding’s Environmental Management Policy
Carry out all financial accounting requirements
Maintain a good motivational culture
Ensure that the buildings are maintained according to the requirements of the centre
To undertake any other duties as reasonably required by the General Manager and other Senior Management.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Qualifications & skills
The post holder will have a recognised qualification in Leisure Management, Sports Development or a related subject preferably to degree level or NVQ 3. An additional business qualification would be advantageous.
With a proven track record in managing and developing sports and leisure facilities the post holder will ideally have achieved a presence within the industry that ensures personal credibility.
Personal
Among the personal characteristics sought the postholder:
Will be able to gain acceptance and respect from clients and the teams involved
Have a clear identification with the requirements of all customers
Will be able to communicate at different levels of the organisation and portray strong listening skills
Innovative particularly in their approach to the design and delivery of programmes and services
Will be able to demonstrate financial awareness, medium term business planning as well as clear-sighted operational management ability
Will be reliable and confident in making key decisions within the contract
Will be able to demonstrate excellent planning and time management ability
Will be able to proactively resolve day-to-day operational issues
Will be able to adapt the management style and thinking process to the needs of the business
Will be able to build strong relationships with customers, clients and employees
Will be able to maintain and be committed to good employee culture and deliver quality training
Will be able to demonstrate the ability to manage complex, diverse operations to a high professional standard
Will be able to meet the demands of the role
Ensure the effective delivery of local and Company marketing initiatives
Will be able to assist in the effective marketing of the Company and location for business development purposes
Will be able to proactively demonstrate commitment to a health and safety culture
DBS
The position of Centre Manager may be classed as a regulated post and therefore may require a DBS Disclosure. Where the individual does not already hold a DBS check, it may be necessary for the post holder to be submitted for a DBS check.