Who we are:
Anytime Fitness has taken the Australian franchise sector by storm over the last 17 years and now spans a portfolio of over 600+ gyms and more than 720,000 members nationally, making it the largest gym network in the country. Our purpose is simple yet powerful: to inspire healthier lives. Our passionate team brings this mission to life every day by creating inclusive, welcoming fitness communities where people can thrive.
The Opportunity:
As the network continues to evolve and enhance its club environments, we are seeking a Franchise Development Manager to drive the successful delivery of club refresh projects across the network. This role exists to ensure projects are delivered efficiently, consistently, and to brand standards while strengthening franchisee relationships, improving compliance, and supporting overall network performance.
The Role:
The Franchise Development Manager oversees the end-to-end delivery of club refresh projects, ensuring all works are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned to operational and brand requirements. You will be responsible for coordinating stakeholders, managing project governance, and supporting franchisees through design, compliance, and execution phases while driving continuous improvement across delivery processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Own and manage the end-to-end delivery of club refresh projects across the portfolio
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned to brand and compliance standards
- Coordinate design submissions, reviews, and approvals with franchisees and architects
- Conduct site visits and manage post-refresh audits and compliance checks
- Maintain accurate reporting, schedules, and documentation across all projects
- Identify risks, delays, and delivery issues, implementing proactive mitigation strategies
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and cost optimisation for development projects
- Manage supplier relationships and coordinate procurement and vendor engagement
- Resolve franchisee, supplier, and internal stakeholder delivery issues
- Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness
Experience and About You:
You are a detail-oriented project and/or multi-site operations professional who thrives in fast-paced, stakeholder-rich environments. You bring structure to complex delivery landscapes, communicate effectively across technical and non-technical stakeholders, and are comfortable managing multiple concurrent projects. You are commercially aware, solutions-focused, and committed to delivering high-quality outcomes.
Technical Ability
- Relevant qualifications in project management, business, or a related field (builder or trades background highly regarded)
- Experience in project or multi-site management within fitness, retail, construction, or similar industries
- Strong capability across project lifecycle delivery, including planning, coordination, and execution
- Proven ability to manage budgets, timelines, and multiple concurrent projects
- Experience working with project management tools and reporting systems
- Strong problem-solving, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
Leadership Skills
- Strong communicator who builds trust and alignment across diverse stakeholders
- Resilient and adaptable, with the ability to manage competing priorities
- Collaborative and influence-driven, able to work effectively without direct authority
- Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and delivery outcomes
- Demonstrates alignment with organisational values: Own It, See It, Feel It, Do It, Together
Essential Requirements:
- Current driver’s license and willingness to undertake regular interstate and regional travel
The Perks:
We live our purpose every day, supporting you to stay active, healthy, and happy in a fun, passionate workplace. Here’s what you’ll enjoy as part of our team:
- Hybrid & flexible working environment with modern offices in Crows Nest
- Birthday leave to celebrate your special day
- Free gym membership & ClassPass credits
- Wellness perks: Two wellness leave days, annual wellness allowance, and a full calendar of wellness activities throughout the year
- Plus so much more……
Why work with us?
At Anytime Fitness, you’ll be part of a movement that inspires healthier lives and creates lasting impact. We’re proud to be a Certified Great Place to Work, with a high-trust, high-performance culture designed to help you thrive, where your career and wellbeing go hand in hand. Here’s what awaits you:
- Shape the future and make a meaningful impact in a growing company that champions health and wellness
- Collaborate and innovate in a supportive environment where your ideas matter and your wellbeing is a priority
- Unlock your potential with competitive rewards and opportunities for growth, learning, and advancement
- Live our purpose every day in a workplace that values your success and helps you stay active, healthy, and inspired.
How to Apply:
- We’d love to hear from you! Please apply with your resume and a short cover letter sharing your experience and what excites you about this role
- At Anytime Fitness Australia, we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.
- Your application may be subject to pre-employment checks including but not limited to reference checks, a Police Check, a Working with Children Check (WWCC), and verification of your right to work in Australia.
Thank you for considering a career with us. While we’d love to connect with everyone, we’ll be in touch with shortlisted candidates for the next steps
