Specialist, Fitness, Wellness & Gym

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Job Description

Join Our Team as a Specialist in Fitness, Wellness, and Gym!

Are you passionate about supporting fitness and wellness programs in a dynamic, multi-site environment? First Quantum is looking for a dedicated Specialist – Fitness, Wellness, and Gym to provide vital administrative and operational support to our wellness initiatives across Solwezi and Kalumbila.

About The Role

Working closely with the Fitness & Work Rehabilitation coordinator, you will help coordinate and manage fitness and wellness programs, assist in gym facility operations, track engagement, and support a multidisciplinary wellness team. A key part of your role will be creating personal fitness plans for high-risk individuals and ensuring smooth execution of wellness services.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the planning and coordination of fitness and wellness programs aligned with organizational goals
• Manage schedules, resources, and logistics for gym classes and wellness sessions across sites
• Oversee gym equipment inventory, maintenance, and facility safety
• Create personalized fitness plans for high-risk clients and assist with client referrals
• Collaborate with Nutritionists, Occupational Health, Physiotherapists, and wellness professionals to support holistic care
• Coordinate and monitor employee weight management programs, tracking progress and compiling reports
• Manage wellness incentive prize inventories and coordinate fair distribution
• Collect, analyze, and report data on program participation and effectiveness
• Maintain accurate records to support compliance and audit requirements
  
  

What We Are Looking For

• Grade 12 Certificate
• Personal Training qualification (required)
• Sports Science Degree
• Experience supporting wellness program implementation or facility management in a health-related field
• Familiarity with fitness, wellness, or rehabilitation environments
• Strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Proficiency in data management, reporting, and problem-solving
• Ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams
• ZAQA Validated Qualifications
  
  

Why Join Us?

• Contribute to meaningful wellness initiatives impacting employee health and wellbeing
• Work across multiple sites in Solwezi and Kalumbila with opportunities for travel
• Be part of a committed, multidisciplinary health and wellness team
• Develop professionally in a growing and supportive environment
  
  

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