Operations Manager, Fitness
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Date posted
November 4, 2026
Hiring location
Dubai
Career level
Manager
Qualification
Relevant fitness wellness or luxury hospitality management experience
Experience
3 Years Fitness Manager or 5 Years Assistant Fitness Manager
Quantity
1 person
Gender
Any
Description
Atlantis The Royal is hiring an Operations Manager, Fitness to lead the operational, commercial and service strategy of AWAKEN Fitness. The role is responsible for delivering a premium fitness and wellness experience, maintaining safe and well-presented facilities, developing the team and supporting departmental profitability. The manager will oversee daily operations across fitness, movement, recovery and membership services.
The position combines hands-on leadership with commercial planning and service improvement. It requires a strong understanding of the fitness and wellness industry, the ability to manage budgets and performance indicators, and confidence when working with members, VIP guests and colleagues across the resort.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee daily fitness, movement, recovery and membership operations.
- Maintain cleanliness, safety, presentation and functionality across fitness and wellness spaces.
- Ensure equipment is serviced and maintained to brand and manufacturer standards.
- Develop operating procedures, service standards and regular operational audits.
- Deliver revenue targets and review KPIs, budgets, forecasts and operating costs.
- Lead, recruit, coach and develop fitness professionals and wellness colleagues.
- Manage guest feedback and service recovery, including prompt resolution of concerns.
- Develop member programmes, events and partnerships with Spa, Wellness, Nutrition and hotel teams.
Requirements and Qualifications
- At least three years as a Fitness Manager, five years as an Assistant Fitness Manager, or comparable leadership experience.
- Experience within luxury hospitality, wellness or a fitness environment.
- Strong commercial understanding and knowledge of current fitness and wellness trends.
- Excellent leadership, communication, organisation and conflict-resolution skills.
Skills and Competencies
- Operational leadership and workforce planning.
- Financial analysis, budgeting and revenue management.
- Guest engagement, service recovery and relationship building.
- Ability to make decisions in a fast-paced luxury operation.
Employment Details
This position is based in Dubai, UAE. The advertised package includes a tax-free salary paid in UAE Dirhams, food and beverage privileges, discounted rates at Kerzner properties, comprehensive health insurance with dental cover, annual flights home, life insurance, an incentive programme, and colleague wellness and social initiatives. Training and internal career-development opportunities are also available.
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