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Service Ambassador

Location:

Sandton

Industry: Fitness / Health Club / Customer Service / Hospitality

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary:
Market-Related Salary (Based on Experience, Skills, and Company Structure)

Job Overview

Virgin Active South Africa (Pty) Ltd is seeking a passionate and customer-focused Service Ambassador to join its dynamic team in Sandton. This role is ideal for professionals with strong customer service, member engagement, front desk operations, fitness club support, wellness knowledge, and relationship-building skills.

The successful candidate will play a key role in creating exceptional member experiences across reception, exercise floors, fitness studios, swimming facilities, and lounge areas while supporting member retention, digital engagement, health club operations, and customer satisfaction.

Key Job Responsibilities (JD)

Conducting Front of House Duties

Control and manage access into the facility
Welcome members, visitors, and prospective clients professionally
Provide information to members and staff regarding club services and offerings
Ensure a smooth member journey from entry to exit
Follow company operational standards, administrative procedures, and club policies
Assist with reception-related tasks and front desk administration

Engaging with Members

Deliver excellent customer service and member experiences
Build strong member relationships to support member retention
Promote digital engagement through fitness and wellness platforms
Introduce members to personalised online fitness and exercise offerings
Support customer satisfaction targets including NPS and member sentiment goals
Resolve member concerns, complaints, and service-related issues effectively
Encourage participation in fitness initiatives, club events, and wellness activities

Delivering the Member Floor Experience

Promote safe exercise and healthy fitness practices
Ensure adherence to club rules, safety standards, and operational guidelines
Monitor member compliance with facility protocols
Maintain cleanliness and organisation of gym floors, studios, and wellness spaces
Support a safe and welcoming club environment

Participating in Training & Development

Attend ongoing training programs and self-development sessions
Stay updated on club offerings, wellness trends, and customer experience standards
Improve knowledge of digital fitness tools and online engagement platforms

Education Requirements

Grade 12 Senior Certificate or NQF Level 4 equivalent
Successful completion of Reception Academy
A valid First Aid Level 1 Certificate is advantageous
Additional training in customer service, hospitality, fitness, wellness, or health club management will be beneficial

Experience Requirements

A minimum of 12 months experience in a customer-facing role
Experience in front desk operations, hospitality, retail, fitness, or member service environments
Proven ability to resolve customer queries and complaints
Experience working with digital platforms and customer engagement systems
Good understanding of health club operations and customer experience delivery

Required Skills and Competencies

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong customer service and relationship management abilities
Problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills
Adaptability in a fast-paced work environment
Strong administration and organisational skills
Passion for exercise, health, fitness, and wellness
Ability to work independently and take ownership
Trustworthiness, accountability, and professional conduct
Strong emotional intelligence (EQ)
Ability to make quick decisions and adapt to changing situations

Training and Career Development

Professional growth within the fitness and wellness industry
Ongoing training in member experience, customer engagement, digital fitness, and health club operations
Exposure to fitness technologies and wellness programs
Career advancement into club management, member relations, customer service leadership, and wellness operations

Salary and Benefits

The company offers a competitive market-related salary package, based on qualifications and experience. Benefits may include:

Career growth opportunities
Professional development and continuous learning
Exposure to premium fitness and wellness environments
Hands-on customer engagement experience
Dynamic and supportive workplace culture

Why Join This Role?

This role is ideal for passionate individuals who enjoy customer interaction, fitness, wellness, hospitality, gym operations, health club management, member engagement, and creating positive customer experiences. Candidates with a people-first attitude and a commitment to improving members’ lives are encouraged to apply.

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