Fitness Instructor

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Discover a path without limits at Meliá, where growth and development opportunities are endless. Embark on a journey that will take you to work in several countries and become part of our extended global family.

 

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• My MeliáBenefits: Take advantage of flexible compensation and exclusive discounts on a wide variety of products and services, promoting an active and healthy lifestyle.

 

Tucked away within a lush polo estate in Dubai, Meliá Desert Palm is a luxury urban resort where wellness, personalised service and meaningful experiences come together. We are currently looking for a passionate and energetic Fitness Instructor to join our Recreation & Wellness team.

This role goes beyond the gym floor - we are looking for someone who can create genuine guest connections, deliver engaging wellness experiences and contribute to the overall lifestyle atmosphere of the resort. The ideal candidate is motivated, guest-focused, confident in leading fitness activities and committed to maintaining high service standards within a luxury hospitality environment.

Requirements

• Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in a similar role
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Certified Gym/Fitness Instructor or Personal Trainer qualification
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Professional appearance and positive attitude
• Computer literate
• Strong focus on guest satisfaction and service excellence

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver professional fitness instruction and personalised guest experiences within the Fitness Centre
• Conduct gym orientations and ensure safe usage of all equipment
• Support wellness programs, fitness initiatives and member engagement activities
• Promote fitness memberships, wellness services and recreational experiences where appropriate
• Maintain strong knowledge of all wellness and fitness services offered at the resort
• Ensure all required guest medical and consent forms are completed
• Handle guest feedback professionally and communicate any concerns to management
• Assist in maintaining cleanliness, safety and operational standards within the Fitness Centre
• Monitor equipment condition and report maintenance requirements promptly
• Assist with administrative and operational tasks as required by the Recreation Manager
• Support onboarding and training of new team members within the department
• Coordinate closely with Sales & Marketing teams on wellness-related activities and promotions when needed
• Assist with the smooth day-to-day operation of the Recreation & Wellness facilities in the absence of management
• Conduct competitor awareness and market observations to support continuous improvement
• Attend all required meetings, trainings and departmental briefings
• Support sustainability initiatives and company policies at all times
• Carry out any additional reasonable duties assigned by management in line with operational requirements

 

At Meliá we are all VIP

 

At Meliá Hotels International, we are committed to equal opportunities between women and men in the workplace, with the commitment of management and the principles contained in Human Resources policies. We also prioritize disseminating throughout the entire staff a corporate culture committed to effective equality, and raising awareness about the need to act jointly and globally.

 

We promote our commitment to equality and diversity, avoiding any kind of dicrimination, especially related to reasons of disability, race, religion, gender, or age. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our employees are essential for our success as a global company.

 

Additionally, we support the sustainable growth of our industry through a socially responsible team. In this sense, our motto is "Towards a sustainable future, from a responsible present". Thanks to al our collaborators, we make it possible.

 

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