Recreation Assistant, Health Club

Role summary

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The Recreation Assistant supports the daily operation of Shangri-La Singapore’s Health Club, helping maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment for guests and members. Typical duties include assisting with gym, swimming pool and recreation facilities, explaining equipment or procedures, monitoring safety, responding to guest requests and reporting maintenance concerns. Candidates should have a friendly, service-oriented personality, good communication skills and the ability to work shifts, weekends and public holidays. Previous experience in a health club, hotel, fitness centre or customer-service role is advantageous. First-aid, CPR or lifeguard certification may be preferred, depending on assigned duties.

About the employer

Shangri-La Group is a luxury hospitality company founded in Hong Kong, operating hotels, resorts and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America and other international destinations. Its properties are known for personalised Asian-inspired hospitality, high service standards and comprehensive guest facilities, including restaurants, spas, health clubs and recreational amenities. Shangri-La Singapore is a well-established luxury hotel set within landscaped grounds near Orchard Road. The property serves business and leisure travellers and offers accommodation, dining, meeting facilities, wellness services and family-friendly recreation. Employees are generally expected to demonstrate warmth, professionalism, attention to detail and a strong commitment to guest satisfaction. The company also provides opportunities for hospitality training, career development and international mobility across its global network.

Working in Singapore

Singapore is a compact, highly developed island city-state with strong opportunities in hospitality, tourism, food and beverage, retail, finance, technology and healthcare. The culture is multicultural, combining Chinese, Malay, Indian and international influences, with English widely used at work. Living standards are high, public transport is excellent and the city is clean, safe and convenient, although housing and daily expenses can be costly. Popular leisure options include hawker centres, gardens, shopping districts, museums, beaches and nearby regional travel. Foreign employees generally need an employer-sponsored work pass, such as an Employment Pass, S Pass or Work Permit, depending on qualifications, salary and occupation. Employers commonly guide successful applicants through the application process. Before relocating, candidates should confirm accommodation, medical coverage, taxes, contract terms and eligibility requirements with the employer and Singapore’s Ministry of Manpower.