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Duty Manager - Newport Swimming and Fitness Centre
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Newport Swimming and Fitness Centre
Duty Manager
Telford & Wrekin Council,
We are seeking a motivated, enthusiastic, and suitably qualified individual to join our Leisure Services team as a Duty Manager at Newport Swimming and Fitness Centre.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the day-to-day operation of a busy council-owned sports and leisure facility. Working on a rota basis, including evenings and weekends, you will be responsible for the safe, efficient, and customer-focused operational management of the centre during your shift.
About The Role
As Duty Manager, you will:
- Lead and supervise staff to ensure high standards of customer service and operational delivery.
- Oversee the safe operation of the facility, ensuring compliance with health and safety procedures.
- Monitor and report on health and safety matters, implementing corrective actions where required.
- Support the training and development of staff in operational procedures and best practice.
- Act as the first point of contact for customers, dealing effectively with enquiries and resolving issues.
- Assist in maintaining a welcoming, clean, and safe environment for all users.
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About You
The successful candidate will have:
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Experience in a supervisory role within a leisure, fitness, or customer service environment.
- Experience of supervising, supporting, and training staff.
- Knowledge and experience of health and safety monitoring and reporting procedures.
- The ability to work flexibly as part of a rota, including evenings and weekends.
Essential Requirements
- National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ)
- Level 2 Health & Fitness Qualification, or the ability to obtain this within 6 months of appointment.
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If you are passionate about delivering excellent customer experiences and have the skills and commitment to help us provide outstanding leisure services, we would love to hear from you.
For further information about the role, please view the Job Summary and Person Specification available via the links below.
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We believe great services start with great people — and that means building a workforce that reflects our community. At Telford & Wrekin Council, everyone belongs, and every voice matters.
What we offer:
- Competitive salaries and a fantastic leave package — starting at 24 days, rising to 32 days with service, plus 8 bank holidays and an extra concessionary day to enjoy.
- Career progression
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Staff discounts & salary sacrifice perks
- Free parking & confidential wellbeing support
Find out further information about working at Telford & Wrekin Council including our full list of benefits.
Roles involving children or vulnerable adults will require a criminal records check. It’s an offence to apply if you’re barred from working with these groups.
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