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SalaryNestled in the heart of our forest you will find the centrepiece of Center Parcs, the Subtropical Swimming Paradise.
It has something for everyone – from whirlpools to cold water plunge pools – and as Subtropical Swimming Paradise Manager, your role will focus on helping ensure all guests receive a warm welcome, enjoy great times and create unforgettable moments in a safe and superb setting.
SWIMMING POOL MANAGER | Circa £43,700 per annum plus 12% bonus scheme
Reporting to the Leisure Services Manager, you’ll lead a large and diverse team, with responsibility for the commercial management and day to day operation of all Subtropical Swimming Paradise facilities. This will involve monitoring KPI’s and managing financial budgets, as well as overseeing compliance with all quality and safety requirements, in addition to developing an on-going activity programme and maximising all revenue generating opportunities.
As an Operational Manager you will have strong people management skills as well as technical and commercial know how and direct experience of managing a large/diverse team, ideally in a leisure environment, is essential.
Other responsibilities will include:
- Overseeing the daily pool operation
- Ensuring the pool is well maintained and operates at a high level of cleanliness
- The recruitment and development of your team
- People management
- Monitoring revenues, payroll, margin and expenditure to achieve financial success
Due to the sensitive nature of this role the successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) with Child List Barring Check. This disclosure, together with other selection information, will need to be satisfactory to the Company for employment to commence.
ABOUT YOU
As this role forms part of the Center Parcs Longleat Forest Management team you should be accustomed to working collaboratively with other functions and key stakeholders to achieve excellent outcomes. We’ll also expect you to display a strong customer focus and good level of financial awareness, including a proven track record in controlling, implementing and managing budgets and driving high service standards.
Essential requirements:
- Significant management experience within a similar environment including good knowledge of operation and maintenance of Swimming Pools.
- Experience of implementing and managing considerable budgets / costs
- Good communication skills
- NPLQ (training can be provided)
- First Aid Certificate
Desirable requirements:
- Pool Plant Operative
- Leisure Management Qualification
HOURS OF WORK
You will be contracted to work 160 hours per 4-week period on a flexible basis. This means that your days and hours of work could vary each week, but you will always receive at least your contracted hours each period.
As our village is open 365 days of the year, your working hours will include weekends, public / bank holidays and during Christmas and / or New Year on a rota basis.
ABOUT THE BENEFITS
Center Parcs is a fantastic place to work and the benefits are as impressive as they are unique. Here are just a few:
- Management Bonus Scheme
- Pension Scheme with Life Assurance
- Colleague Recognition and Reward Scheme – offering a choice of Center Parcs and High Street vouchers
- Free use of our leisure facilities
- Discounted Center Parcs breaks
- 20% discount in our restaurant and retail outlets
- Access to Perks at Work Portal - offering a wide range of retail and leisure discounts
- An Employee Assistance Program - providing support on financial, health and legal matters
- Excellent opportunities for career development and progression with the opportunity to gain externally recognised qualifications
If this sounds like your ideal job, then we’d love to see your application.
Closing date: 23rd January 2024 at 12 Noon
Interviews to be held: Week commencing 22nd January 2024
Please note this vacancy may close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. Early submission of your application is therefore encouraged.
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At Center Parcs, everyone’s welcome.
We recognise that we’re all at our best when we’re being ourselves. We are committed to building a culture that champions diversity, equity, and inclusion, where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want them to feel valued for their individuality, thrive in our business and share a sense of belonging. We place a lot of value on recruiting based on behaviours rather than prioritising qualifications or experience.
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