Duty Manager - Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire

Aberdeen, AberdeenshireFull-timeClosing 27th September 2026
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About the role

Duty Manager - Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire

Recruiter
Aberdeen Sports Village
Location
Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire
Salary
£29,912.48 per annum
Posted
08 Sep 2026
Closes
28 Sep 2026
Job Type
Full Time

Duty Manager - Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire

Full time

£15.76 per hour

£29,912.48 per annum

Are you an inspiring leader with a passion for customer service, sport, health and wellbeing? Do you thrive in a busy, fast-paced environment where no two days are the same?

At Aberdeen Sports Village, we are looking for an exceptional Duty Manager to join our Operations Team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in one of Scotland's premier sports facilities, helping us deliver outstanding experiences for our customers while maintaining the highest standards of safety, service and operational excellence.

Why Aberdeen Sports Village?

At Aberdeen Sports Village, we don't just aim to be good, we want to be the best. We are committed to providing world-class facilities, exceptional customer experiences and creating the best place to work for our people. We are seeking individuals who share our ambition, energy and commitment to excellence.

The Role

As a Duty Manager, you will be responsible for the safe, efficient and customer-focused operation of Aberdeen Sports Village and associated facilities. You will lead shifts, support and develop staff, oversee health and safety compliance, coordinate activities and events, and ensure our facilities are maintained to the highest standard.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading and supporting operational teams to deliver exceptional customer service.
  • Being the key holder on duty and responding to emergency situations when required.
  • Maintaining high standards of health, safety, cleanliness and facility presentation.
  • Supporting staff training, development and performance management.
  • Overseeing swimming pool operations, water quality and plant room checks.
  • Managing sports equipment, facility set-ups and programmed activities.
  • Supporting customer engagement and resolving enquiries and complaints professionally.
  • Contributing to continuous improvement
  • Managing a large team

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a motivated and enthusiastic leader who can inspire others and create a positive experience for customers and colleagues alike.

Essential qualifications and experience include:

  • RLSS National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ).- we can help you get this – applicants must be able to swim!
  • First Aid at Work
  • Experience working in a customer-focused service environment.
  • Strong communication and leadership skills.
  • Experience of health and safety management.
  • A passion for sport, physical activity and customer service.

What We Offer

  • £15.76 per hour
  • £29,912.48 annual salary
  • 34 days annual leave
  • Pension options
  • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
  • The opportunity to work within a dynamic, ambitious and supportive team
  • A chance to help shape the future of one of Scotland's leading sports facilities

Working Pattern

This role operates on a rota basis across a seven-day week and will include early mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays. It is a full time role of an average of 36.5 hours a week

Join Us

If you're ready to take the next step in your leisure management career and help us achieve our ambition of being the very best, we'd love to hear from you.

Aberdeen Sports Village

Closing date 28th of September

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