Fitness manager

Fitness Manager (M/F/X) – 38 hours Are you passionate about fitness, people and creating an outstanding experience for members and guests? Are you a natural leader who enjoys taking responsibility and actively contributing to the development of a fitness club? You may be exactly who we are looking for Waer Waters is much more than a wellness resort. Fitness is an essential part of our ambition to become a leading destination for wellbeing, movement and relaxation. As Fitness Manager, you will be responsible for the daily operation, quality and further development of our fitness club. You will coach and develop the team, optimise our group class offering and create an environment where both our members and hotel guests feel welcome, motivated and professionally supported. You will also play an active role in growing our fitness community. As a member of the Waer Waters Management Team, you will use your expertise to contribute to our operational and strategic objectives. Your responsibilities
• Lead, coach and develop our fitness coaches and group instructors.
• Ensure a professional, safe and high-quality fitness environment.
• Take responsibility for the club’s daily operation and performance.
• Maintain a visible and hands-on presence on the gym floor, staying close to your team, our members and hotel guests.
• Drive member acquisition and actively contribute to retention, engagement and satisfaction.
• Build a strong and engaged fitness community.
• Analyse participation levels, occupancy rates, member feedback and other operational KPIs.
• Translate these insights into concrete actions that continuously improve the club’s experience and performance.
• Further develop the group class schedule and introduce new concepts tailored to the expectations of our members and guests.
• Monitor trends in the fitness and wellbeing industry and identify new opportunities for Waer Waters.
• Work closely with other departments to ensure one consistent Waer Waters experience.
• As a member of the Management Team, share your insights, take ownership and support the company’s broader objectives.

Your profile
• You hold a bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, Sports and Exercise or have equivalent relevant experience.
• You have at least two years of experience as a fitness coach, group instructor or manager within the sports or fitness industry.
• You communicate confidently in Dutch and French.
• You are flexible and willing to be present when your team, our members and guests need you, including evenings and weekends.
• You have strong leadership and organisational skills and know how to motivate, coach and develop a team.
• You combine a genuine passion for sport with strong commercial awareness.
• You understand the factors that drive member acquisition, retention, engagement and satisfaction.
• You are hands-on, proactive, autonomous and solution-oriented.
• You can analyse data, occupancy levels and feedback to make informed decisions. You enjoy building something, turning new ideas into concrete actions and going beyond simply maintaining what already exists.

What we offer
• A 38-hour-per-week position in Groot-Bijgaarden.
• A position of responsibility with a direct impact on the further development of our fitness club.
• The opportunity to actively shape our fitness offering, community and new concepts.
• A competitive salary package with additional benefits, including meal vouchers, eco vouchers, allowances for the purchase and maintenance of work clothing, additional compensation for working on Sundays and public holidays, a commuting allowance, hospitalisation insurance and access to various Waer Waters facilities.
• A dynamic environment where fitness, wellbeing, hospitality, quality and accessible luxury come together every day.
• Room for initiative, ownership and professional development. Ready to take our fitness experience to the next level? Apply directly through LinkedIn and briefly tell us why this opportunity appeals to you. We look forward to meeting you #WaerWaters #FitnessManager #FitnessJobs #Wellbeing #Leadership #Fitness #Hospitality #ManagementTeam #TeamWaerWaters