Gym Manager

About Red Shed: Launching in Canberra in 2024, Red Shed is set to be a world-class rowing facility with an unwavering mission: “Rowing for All.” We see rowing as more than just a sport; it's a powerful agent of positive transformation for our community. Red Shed, an ambitious project by the Black Mountain Rowing Club Inc. (BMRC) will provide diverse rowing programs for individuals at all ages, stages and abilities. Complementing these offerings are community activities, exercises, gym facilities and a state-of-the-art recovery centre. To support our diverse range of programs, Red Shed will also host an on-site café and a lakeside multifunction space ideal for events. The Red Shed gym will be a 154m2 fitness facility located within the Red Shed on Level 1 and is open to members of the public to join. The facility will offer a variety of gym classes & a safe environment where wellness and a holistic approach to health is the goal. About the Role: Community and personal growth are at the core of what Red Shed does. We aim to provide a premium fitness facility with top-of-the-line equipment and classes for athletes of all abilities to enjoy. The gym is a safe environment for all to achieve their health and wellness goals. As a part of this team, the Gym Manager will oversee and lead the daily operations of the gym facility, be passionate about delivering high-quality gym programs and collaborate with the Red Shed team to foster an inclusive and supportive community, enabling individuals to further improve their well-being. If you are driven to provide quality training on deck and develop a strong business within Red Shed, all whilst receiving operational support in the startup stages, apply now to be a part of our team! Role & Responsibilities: Manage the day-to-day operations of the gym facility, including staff management, equipment maintenance, ensuring a high level of customer service and cleanliness standards. Deliver strength and conditioning classes, focusing on overall fitness performance and wellness. Design and implement empowering and energising gym programs tailored to diverse needs and abilities. Build strong member and staff relations, ensuring safety and satisfaction of the gym facility and programs via policies and procedures, and recruitment, training and supervision of staff. Financial management of budgets and forecasts to maximise membership and program offerings. Drive marketing campaigns to promote gym services and programs through various channels, including social media, email newsletters, and community outreach initiatives. Collaborate with the Red Shed team to develop and implement strategies to foster a sense of community within the gym environment as well as the extended Red Shed rowing members, including organising social events, workshops and group training. Qualifications & Skills: Previous experience in gym management, with a strong understanding of fitness equipment, safety protocols, and customer service best practices. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse groups of individuals. Proven leadership abilities, including experience in staff supervision, team building, and conflict resolution. Passion for promoting health and wellness within the community, with a commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive gym environment. Knowledge of relevant health and safety regulations, as well as industry trends and best practices in fitness programming and facility management. Certification IV in fitness training, personal training, or related fields (essential). Ability to strategise and implement initiatives aligned with Red Shed’s mission. Working with children check & Working with Vulnerable People Registration (essential). Rowing background/knowledge not essential but preferred.