Job Summary
ASSISTANT SPA MANAGER - 2nd in command
uMnambithi (KwaZulu Natal) | South Africa - (ZA)
START: June 2026 (Pre-Opening)
TRADING HOURS & SHIFTS:
- Monday - Sunday
- 08:00 - 20:00 (shifts apply)
- 3 Weeks ON / 1 Week OFF
REPORTS TO: SPA Manager / GM / CEO
SALARY & COMPANY BENEFITS:
- R18,000 - R25,000 per month / NEG (Based on desired experience)
- Retail Commission
- Treatment Commission
- Company Benefits (To be discussed)
- Company accommodation (shared amenities)
- Staff Meals / Meals Allowance
- International training & traveling incentives
- Annual Leave
- Gratuities
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Beautifully groomed & professionally presentable - your presence must exude Premium Spa, Luxury & Exclusivity
- Confident in English language (Speak, Read & Write) - we deal with international, UHNW, clients
- Formal, recognized qualification in SPA / Beauty / Skin Care or Cosmetology (CIDESCO / ITEC / CIBTAC / SAAHSP accredited certification)
- Spa Management certification / training - BONUS
- At least FIVE+ years in a Senior Therapist / Assistant Manager / Spa Supervisor role of a Cruise Ship Spa / Resort Spa or 5-star Hotel
- Certification from a recognized Training facility with qualifications in either Spa / Beauty / Cosmetology / Spa Management
- Computer literate with booking systems, emails and reports
- International employment experience is highly favourable
- Ability to lead a strong, dynamic team of driven SPA professionals in the absence of the SPA Manager
- Ability to work remotely and independently
- Accountable for your team's performance - lead with leadership and vision, not an authoritarian
- Sober habits - you must live a life of wellness (fit and healthy to do your daily tasks)
- Able to assist where operationally required (Front of House / Reception / Therapies / Management)
- Solid support for the Manager - you are the Dynamic Duo