We are hiring with a start date in February/March 2025.
General Manager – Stockton Splash £39,171 and Benefits package
Job Reference: 622
Are you passionate about driving success? Do you want to play a key part in the future success of our Company? Are you excited about managing our busy and impressive wet and dry community facility in the heart of our community in Stockton on Tees? If you answered 'yes', then we want to hear from you.
STOCKTON SPLASH This impressive wet and dry community facility comprises 2 swimming pools, fun flumes, wild waves, bubble pool, a two-storey health and fitness suite, café, multi-activity and meeting rooms.
THE ROLE We are looking for an experienced and inspirational Leisure Manager who thrives in a hands-on operational management and customer facing role. You will be responsible for implementing and evaluating the facility's ambitious business plan, focusing on creating a clear strategic framework to achieve the venue's operational and financial targets whilst building strong relationships with our stakeholders and community partners.
Key Responsibilities: Lead and develop multi-disciplinary teams with confidence. Commit to delivering outstanding service within our community. Ensure strict compliance with health and safety regulations, performance standards, and financial controls. Communicate effectively with a diverse range of people. Deliver cost-effective, first-class services and standards. ABOUT YOU Educated to NVQ Level 4 (or willing to obtain) in a Leisure or Business Management related subject, you will have extensive experience of working in a senior management role within the leisure sector. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills are essential for this role, as is direct experience of managing a multi-purpose leisure facility with swimming pools and working with community groups and regional organisations. You will have a First Aid at Work, a Pool Plant Operator, and IOSH H&S Level 2 qualifications (although training will be available for these).
An in-depth understanding of and a proven ability to manage all aspects of financial planning and budgets will be necessary, as well as a "can-do" attitude and a real passion to be the best.
The ability to create and develop relationships is vital to encourage communities to be physically active. You will be expected to work with a range of new and existing partners, such as clubs, community groups, schools, and other organisations to enable the centre to enhance the health and wellbeing of our community.
You will be managing a large team, so as well as excellent leadership skills, you will need to be able to communicate effectively and develop relationships with people of all levels, both inside and outside of the business. You will have the ability to inspire and motivate a team to excel in everything they do.
You will need to be well-organised and be able to work well under pressure, develop business plans, have a proven record of creating a viable activity programme, and ensuring all health and safety legislation is being adhered to.
INFORMAL DISCUSSION For an informal discussion please contact Darren Humphrey, Area Operations Manager, on 01642 526252.
BENEFITS As part of the Tees Active team, you will gain access to a variety of team benefits that you can enjoy throughout your time with us – it's one of the ways we show how much we value you and your role within the organisation. Team benefits are split into two areas, MyPERKS and MyHEALTH.
Free or discounted activities for you to keep active with Tees Active. Discount on various Tees Active activities for your immediate family to enjoy. Discount with local businesses and services. Recruitment referral incentive scheme. A range of health and wellbeing services to keep you at your fit and healthy best. Access to exclusive rewards and discounts with over 500 national big brand retailers. Learning & development to support career development. Competitive Pension scheme. * The above benefits vary depending on whether you are applying for a contracted or casual role.
TO APPLY To be part of this successful organisation, please request an application pack from .
Closing date: Noon on 18th December 2024.
Interview Date: 8th January 2025.
Please quote relevant job reference 622 as detailed above.
Completed applications should be returned to or by post to: HR Team, Redheugh House, 3rd Floor, Thornaby Place, Thornaby, Stockton-on-Tees, TS17 6SG.
If we have not contacted you within 6 weeks of the closing date, we would thank you for your interest in the vacancy but on this occasion your application will not be progressed.
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