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We were founded in 1997 and over 22 years later, we have become one of the leading leisure, recreation and cultural providers in Cork City. Over 110 passionate staff members serve a footfall of over 1 million each year and within our buildings, you’ll find 6 swimming pools, 2 gyms, 12 football pitches, an 18-hole golf course and a church dating back to the 12th century that now serves as a cultural & heritage centre.

LeisureWorld Cork

As part of our portfolio, we run LeisureWorld Bishopstown, Churchfield and Douglas.

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About our Organisation

Our teams are dedicated to living well and through our modern facilities, we service the needs of the public and provide excellent local amenities for our communities. We believe that fitness is for everyone and our motto is EveryBody Belongs.

Our team has one major thing in common: we come together to work hard and with a sense of purpose, bringing the best of ourselves to create a wonderful experience and an atmosphere that is friendly, welcoming and enjoyable for everyone.

Employee benefits

  • Family Membership for you and your family – Max numbers apply
  • Reduced golf fees at Mahon Golf Course
  • 50% Discount on Kids Swimming Lessons for the child allocated to your family membership (when applicable)
  • 50% Discount on Kids camps (when applicable)
  • Pitch Bookings are Free off Peak / Free Peak if not in use by Customer
  • Career promotions – opportunities to be promoted within the company
  • Development courses to aid career progression
  • Save money with our cycle to work scheme applicable after 1-year full employment.
  • Health & Wellness Policy
  • Free Parking with the exception of St Peters
  • Employee ‘Thank you’ lunches
  • Employee Social events
  • Additional bonus day (Good Friday)

  • Save money with our cycle to work scheme and plan for your future with access to the companies PRSA Pension scheme
  • Health & Wellness Policy
  • Multi-site & flexible work environment
  • Free Parking

If this sounds like your ideal company and you’d like to be part of something great, then we’d love to see your application.

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Centre Manager

Pay: €42,000.00 per year

Job Description – Centre Manager

Full time positions required, 39 hours p/w

Location – LW Group (LeisureWorld Bishopstown & LeisureWorld Churchfield)    (we are looking for two candidates)

LeisureWorld have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Centre Manager to join our team.

Key Responsibilities:

The Centre Manager is responsible for running one LeisureWorld site safely and professionally day to day. You are the main site manager for normal operations. You are responsible for keeping the building safe, organised, clean, properly staffed and ready for customers. You lead Duty Managers, Shift Supervisors, Department Supervisors, and the wider site team, deal with problems early, manage staff performance and make practical decisions within your authority. You report to the Operations Manager and know when a significant safety, people, financial or operational issue needs to be escalated.

Your goal is to make sure your site runs safely, smoothly and consistently. That means:

  • Customers feel welcome, safe and respected.
  • Staff know what they are doing and what standard is expected.
  • The building is clean, organised, staffed and ready for use.
  • Health and safety procedures are followed.
  • People and performance issues are dealt with properly.
  • Incidents and complaints are followed through.
  • Rosters and staffing match the needs of the site.
  • Problems are escalated before they become bigger issues.

You will work with:

  • Operations Manager
  • Duty Managers
  • Department Supervisors
  • Shift Supervisors and managers across the LeisureWorld sites
  • Reception Team
  • Lifeguards and Swim Teachers
  • Gym Team
  • Cleaning and Support staff
  • Customers, parents, guardians, contractors and members of the public

You will:

  • Act as the day-to-day operational lead for your assigned site.
  • Make sure management cover, opening, operating and closing arrangements are in place.
  • Check that the building is safe, clean, staffed and ready for customers. Keep an eye on busy areas, queues, pool use, gym use, lessons, clubs and changing rooms.
  • Set priorities and move staff or resources when the operation needs it.
  • Make practical site-level decisions within your role and authority.
  • Follow up problems and make sure agreed actions are completed.
  • Escalate significant or unresolved issues to the Operations Manager.

Ideal Candidate:

  • Experience in leisure or retail an advantage.
  • A proven track record of leading and motivating a team.
  • A passion for delivering customer experience above and beyond customers’ expectations.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Enthusiastic & self-motivated.
  • Dedicated and Hardworking.
  • Flexibility and availability

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

  • Family Membership for you and your family – Max numbers apply
  • Reduced golf fees at Mahon Golf Course
  • 50% Discount on Kids Swimming Lessons for the child allocated to your family membership (when applicable)
  • 50% Discount on Kids camps (when applicable)
  • Pitch Bookings are Free off Peak / Free Peak if not in use by Customer
  • Career promotions – opportunities to be promoted within the company
  • Development courses to aid career progression
  • Save money with our cycle to work scheme applicable after 1-year full employment.
  • Plan for your future with access to the companies PRSA Pension scheme
  • Health & Wellness Policy
  • Free Parking with the exception of St Peters
  • Employee ‘Thank you’ lunches
  • Employee Social events
  • Additional bonus day (Good Friday)

Application & Selection Process

The selection process may include short-listing of candidates and will be based on the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide a detailed and accurate account of where you believe your skills and experience meet the requirements for the position.

This should be contained in a cover letter accompanying your CV

Further Information

ISSUED BY THE HR DEPARTMENT AT LW MANAGEMENT

Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in Ireland.

APPLY NOW

Full Time Pool Lifeguard

This role will primarily involve working as lifeguard

Full time – Mix of morning, afternoon and evening shifts

Location – LW Group – Douglas Pool

Responsible for ensuring the safety of facility users through prevention & identification of risks and hazards, and in the event of an incident ensuring the appropriate & timely response. Deliver a consistence high standard under the Swim Safe Programme, and provide excellent customer care in a safe and fun environment.

The successful candidate will possess the following skills, experience and competencies.

Patience, empathy and a genuine desire to help others.
The ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.

Essential

  • You are RLSS/WSI lifeguard qualified
  • Flexible with hours including evenings and weekends
  • LeisureWorld Pool Test must be completed and passed
  • It is the employee’s responsibility to keep their qualifications in date

Benefits:

  • Family Membership for you and your family – Max numbers apply
  • Reduced golf fees at Mahon Golf Course
  • 50% Discount on Kids Swimming Lessons for the child allocated to your family membership (when applicable)
  • 50% Discount on Kids camps (when applicable)
  • Pitch Bookings are Free off Peak / Free Peak if not in use by Customer
  • Career promotions – opportunities to be promoted within the company
  • Development courses to aid career progression
  • Save money with our cycle to work scheme applicable after 1-year full employment.
  • Plan for your future – eligible staff will be enrolled in the Pension Auto – Enrolment (My Future Fund) scheme once you meet certain requirements.
  • Health & Wellness Policy
  • Free Parking with the exception of St Peters
  • Employee ‘Thank you’ lunches
  • Employee Social events
  • Additional bonus day (Good Friday)

Application & Selection Process

The selection process may include short-listing of candidates and will be based on the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide a detailed and accurate account of where you believe your skills and experience meet the requirements for the position.

This should be contained in a cover letter accompanying your CV

Further Information

ISSUED BY THE HR DEPARTMENT AT LW MANAGEMENT

Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in Ireland.

We are an equal opportunities employer.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: €14.56 per hour

Benefits:

  • Employee discount
  • Gym membership
  • On-site gym
  • On-site parking

APPLY NOW

Full Time Gym Instructor

LeisureWorld have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Gym Instructor to join our team.

Full time – Must have availability in the mornings, afternoons and evenings

Location – LeisureWorld Bishopstown

Full Time, 39 hours

Purpose of Role

This role will primarily involve working as gym instructor

Responsible for providing a high standard fitness instruction on the gym floor or in the fitness studio to the customers of LeisureWorld.

Employee benefits:

  • Family Membership for you and your family – Max numbers apply
  • Reduced golf fees at Mahon Golf Course
  • 50% Discount on Kids Swimming Lessons for the child allocated to your family membership (when applicable)
  • 50% Discount on Kids camps (when applicable)
  • Pitch Bookings are Free off Peak / Free Peak if not in use by Customer
  • Career promotions – opportunities to be promoted within the company
  • Development courses to aid career progression
  • Save money with our cycle to work scheme applicable after 1-year full employment.
  • Plan for your future – eligible staff will be enrolled in the Pension Auto – Enrolment (My Future Fund) scheme once you meet certain requirements.
  • Health & Wellness Policy
  • Free Parking with the exception of St Peters
  • Employee ‘Thank you’ lunches
  • Employee Social events
  • Additional bonus day (Good Friday)

The Duties

· To be responsible for exceeding member expectations on a day to day basis by providing a supportive customer service role, whilst ensuring the fitness areas and activities are promoted and run effectively.

· To ensure the fitness areas and equipment are maintained and presented as laid out in the gym NOP.

· To be responsible for the delivery and promotion of various fitness services that offer customers a safe method to maximize workout efficiency, improve fitness, promote exercise compliance and satisfy members expectations.

· Ensure all hygiene, health & safety, NOP’s and service excellence standards are carried out correctly at all times.

· Timely production and monitoring of assigned administrative duties.

Essential

  • An industry standard recognised gym qualification certificate
  • Aqua aerobics qualification
  • REPS Registered
  • You must maintain a high level of fitness (strength & endurance)
  • It is the employee’s responsibility to keep their qualifications in date

Desirable

  • 2+ years previous experience in a similar role an advantage.

Application & Selection Process

The selection process may include short-listing of candidates and will be based on the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide a detailed and accurate account of where you believe your skills and experience meet the requirements for the position.

ISSUED BY THE HR DEPARTMENT AT LW MANAGEMENT

Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in Ireland.

We are an equal opportunities employer.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: €14.56-€15.07 per hour

Expected hours: 39.0 per week

Benefits:

  • Bike to work scheme
  • Employee discount
  • Gym membership
  • On-site gym
  • On-site parking

APPLY NOW

Part Time Gym Instructor

LeisureWorld have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Gym Instructor to join our team.

Part time – Must have availability in the mornings Monday, Wednesday and Friday

Location – LeisureWorld Churchfield

Part Time, Min 15 hours

Purpose of Role

This role will primarily involve working as gym instructor

Responsible for providing a high standard fitness instruction on the gym floor or in the fitness studio to the customers of LeisureWorld.

Employee benefits:

  • Family Membership for you and your family – Max numbers apply
  • Reduced golf fees at Mahon Golf Course
  • 50% Discount on Kids Swimming Lessons for the child allocated to your family membership (when applicable)
  • 50% Discount on Kids camps (when applicable)
  • Pitch Bookings are Free off Peak / Free Peak if not in use by Customer
  • Career promotions – opportunities to be promoted within the company
  • Development courses to aid career progression
  • Save money with our cycle to work scheme applicable after 1-year full employment.
  • Plan for your future – eligible staff will be enrolled in the Pension Auto – Enrolment (My Future Fund) scheme once you meet certain requirements.
  • Health & Wellness Policy
  • Free Parking with the exception of St Peters
  • Employee ‘Thank you’ lunches
  • Employee Social events
  • Additional bonus day (Good Friday)

The Duties

· To be responsible for exceeding member expectations on a day to day basis by providing a supportive customer service role, whilst ensuring the fitness areas and activities are promoted and run effectively.

· To ensure the fitness areas and equipment are maintained and presented as laid out in the gym NOP.

· To be responsible for the delivery and promotion of various fitness services that offer customers a safe method to maximize workout efficiency, improve fitness, promote exercise compliance and satisfy members expectations.

· Ensure all hygiene, health & safety, NOP’s and service excellence standards are carried out correctly at all times.

· Timely production and monitoring of assigned administrative duties.

Essential

  • An industry standard recognised gym qualification certificate
  • Aqua aerobics qualification
  • REPS Registered
  • You must maintain a high level of fitness (strength & endurance)
  • It is the employee’s responsibility to keep their qualifications in date

Desirable

  • 2+ years previous experience in a similar role an advantage.

Application & Selection Process

The selection process may include short-listing of candidates and will be based on the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide a detailed and accurate account of where you believe your skills and experience meet the requirements for the position.

ISSUED BY THE HR DEPARTMENT AT LW MANAGEMENT

Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in Ireland.

We are an equal opportunities employer.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: €14.56-€15.07 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 15.0 per week

APPLY NOW

Part Time Swim Teacher

This role will primarily involve working as a Swim Teacher

Part time – Must have availability in the mornings 9am – 1pm and/or 3pm – 6pm Monday to Friday

Location – LeisureWorld Bishopstown

Responsible for ensuring the safety of facility users through prevention & identification of risks and hazards, and in the event of an incident ensuring the appropriate & timely response. Deliver a consistence high standard under the Swim Safe Programme, and provide excellent customer care in a safe and fun environment.

The successful candidate will possess the following skills, experience and competencies.

Patience, empathy and a genuine desire to help others.
The ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.

Essential

  • Swim Teacher Level 1 or Level 2 qualification (WSI or Swim Ireland)
  • Flexible with hours including days, evenings and weekends
  • It is the employee’s responsibility to keep their qualifications in date

Benefits:

  • Family Membership for you and your family – Max numbers apply
  • Reduced golf fees at Mahon Golf Course
  • 50% Discount on Kids Swimming Lessons for the child allocated to your family membership (when applicable)
  • 50% Discount on Kids camps (when applicable)
  • Pitch Bookings are Free off Peak / Free Peak if not in use by Customer
  • Career promotions – opportunities to be promoted within the company
  • Development courses to aid career progression
  • Save money with our cycle to work scheme applicable after 1-year full employment.
  • Plan for your future – eligible staff will be enrolled in the Pension Auto – Enrolment (My Future Fund) scheme once you meet certain requirements.
  • Health & Wellness Policy
  • Free Parking with the exception of St Peters
  • Employee ‘Thank you’ lunches
  • Employee Social events
  • Additional bonus day (Good Friday)

Application & Selection Process

The selection process may include short-listing of candidates and will be based on the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide a detailed and accurate account of where you believe your skills and experience meet the requirements for the position.

This should be contained in a cover letter accompanying your CV

Further Information

ISSUED BY THE HR DEPARTMENT AT LW MANAGEMENT

Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in Ireland.

We are an equal opportunities employer.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: €15.07-€15.59 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 10.0 per week

Benefits:

  • Bike to work scheme
  • Employee discount
  • Gym membership
  • On-site gym
  • On-site parking

APPLY NOW

Part Time Pool Lifeguard

This role will primarily involve working as lifeguard

Part time – Mix of morning, evening and weekend shifts

Location – LeisureWorld Churchfield

Responsible for ensuring the safety of facility users through prevention & identification of risks and hazards, and in the event of an incident ensuring the appropriate & timely response. Deliver a consistence high standard under the Swim Safe Programme, and provide excellent customer care in a safe and fun environment.

The successful candidate will possess the following skills, experience and competencies.

Patience, empathy and a genuine desire to help others.
The ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.

Essential

  • You are RLSS/WSI lifeguard qualified
  • Flexible with hours including evenings and weekends
  • LeisureWorld Pool Test must be completed and passed
  • It is the employee’s responsibility to keep their qualifications in date

Benefits:

  • Family Membership for you and your family – Max numbers apply
  • Reduced golf fees at Mahon Golf Course
  • 50% Discount on Kids Swimming Lessons for the child allocated to your family membership (when applicable)
  • 50% Discount on Kids camps (when applicable)
  • Pitch Bookings are Free off Peak / Free Peak if not in use by Customer
  • Career promotions – opportunities to be promoted within the company
  • Development courses to aid career progression
  • Save money with our cycle to work scheme applicable after 1-year full employment.
  • Plan for your future – eligible staff will be enrolled in the Pension Auto – Enrolment (My Future Fund) scheme once you meet certain requirements.
  • Health & Wellness Policy
  • Free Parking with the exception of St Peters
  • Employee ‘Thank you’ lunches
  • Employee Social events
  • Additional bonus day (Good Friday)

Application & Selection Process

The selection process may include short-listing of candidates and will be based on the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide a detailed and accurate account of where you believe your skills and experience meet the requirements for the position.

This should be contained in a cover letter accompanying your CV

Further Information

ISSUED BY THE HR DEPARTMENT AT LW MANAGEMENT

Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in Ireland.

We are an equal opportunities employer.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: €14.56 per hour

Benefits:

  • Employee discount
  • Gym membership
  • On-site gym
  • On-site parking

APPLY NOW

Part Time Pool Lifeguard

This role will primarily involve working as lifeguard

Part time – Mix of afternoon and evening shifts

Location – LW Group – Douglas Pool

Responsible for ensuring the safety of facility users through prevention & identification of risks and hazards, and in the event of an incident ensuring the appropriate & timely response. Deliver a consistence high standard under the Swim Safe Programme, and provide excellent customer care in a safe and fun environment.

The successful candidate will possess the following skills, experience and competencies.

Patience, empathy and a genuine desire to help others.
The ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.

Essential

  • You are RLSS/WSI lifeguard qualified
  • Flexible with hours including evenings and weekends
  • LeisureWorld Pool Test must be completed and passed
  • It is the employee’s responsibility to keep their qualifications in date

Benefits:

  • Family Membership for you and your family – Max numbers apply
  • Reduced golf fees at Mahon Golf Course
  • 50% Discount on Kids Swimming Lessons for the child allocated to your family membership (when applicable)
  • 50% Discount on Kids camps (when applicable)
  • Pitch Bookings are Free off Peak / Free Peak if not in use by Customer
  • Career promotions – opportunities to be promoted within the company
  • Development courses to aid career progression
  • Save money with our cycle to work scheme applicable after 1-year full employment.
  • Plan for your future – eligible staff will be enrolled in the Pension Auto – Enrolment (My Future Fund) scheme once you meet certain requirements.
  • Health & Wellness Policy
  • Free Parking with the exception of St Peters
  • Employee ‘Thank you’ lunches
  • Employee Social events
  • Additional bonus day (Good Friday)

Application & Selection Process

The selection process may include short-listing of candidates and will be based on the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide a detailed and accurate account of where you believe your skills and experience meet the requirements for the position.

This should be contained in a cover letter accompanying your CV

Further Information

ISSUED BY THE HR DEPARTMENT AT LW MANAGEMENT

Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in Ireland.

We are an equal opportunities employer.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: €14.56 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 25.0 per week

Benefits:

  • Employee discount
  • Gym membership
  • On-site gym
  • On-site parking

APPLY NOW
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