Manager, sports activities

Sports, recreation and cultural centre managers plan, organise and control the operations of establishments that provide sporting, cultural and other recreational services.

• planning and organising the range and variety of entertainment programmes, attractions, cultural activities, sports and fitness offered by the centre;
• ensuring that facilities are kept clean and in good condition;
• keeping informed of new trends and developments in the visual arts, theatrical productions and performances by bands and orchestras;
• advising customers on available facilities and promoting them for events, shows and similar activities;
• checking and tracking all cash payments and carrying out regular stock checks;
• preparing and managing budgets; controlling expenditure and ensuring the efficient use of resources;
• planning and directing daily activities;
• overseeing the selection, training and performance of staff;
• ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety regulations and requirements.
• Examples of occupations in this unit group:
• Chair, sports organisation
• Director, cinema
• Director, theatre
• Manager, amusement/theme parks
• Manager, amusement arcade
• Manager, casino
• Manager, recreation
• Manager, sports activities