Inspiring excellence in each other and in our members, striving to be the best in what we do, committed to making a difference in people’s lives and being hard working, honest and committed informs our culture and our values as a business. We are committed to being not only a successful business but more importantly a business and a team that makes a positive impact in the communities that we serve.
Current Openings at Mardyke Arena
Reformer Pilates Instructor – Part Time
As a Reformer Pilates Instructor, you will play a key role in delivering safe, engaging, and high-quality classes for members of all abilities. You will inspire and support members in achieving their health and wellbeing goals while providing exceptional customer care in a welcoming and inclusive environment.
Part-Time Gym Instructor
Join the Mardyke Arena UCC team! We’re looking for a dedicated Part-Time Gym Instructor to work 10 hours per week with availability for cover. If you’re passionate about fitness, providing excellent customer service, and motivating others in their fitness journey, apply now!
Receptionist (Full-time)
We’re hiring! Mardyke Arena is looking for an experienced Receptionist to join our team on a full-time basis! Click The link below to know more!
Physical Performance Coach
Join the High-Performance team at Mardyke Arena UCC. Bring your coaching expertise, scientific insight and energy to a role where your work makes a measurable difference to athletes.
We are seeking a Physical Performance Coach who can connect evidence-based sports science with outstanding coaching—turning performance data into purposeful programmes and helping athletes develop the strength, speed, power and confidence to progress.
Based at Mardyke Arena UCC in Cork, you will work with high-performance and talent-identified athletes across a range of sports, reporting to our High-Performance Manager.
Duty Manager
Mardyke Arena UCC are currently seeking applications for the position of Duty Manager.
This position requires a hands-on approach, strong leadership and the ability to manage various aspects of the facility operations, including customer service, staff supervision and facility management. The ideal candidate will have excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to work in a busy environment.
JOIN OUR TEAM - A REWARDING & INSPIRING CAREER
The Mardyke Arena UCC is one of Ireland’s and Europe’s world class indoor sports centres. The Arena serves the sporting and recreational needs of over 24,000 students and staff of UCC, graduates of the university and the public of Cork and further afield.
We are a significant employer in Cork with an average of 90 staff employed on a weekly basis. We employ staff in full-time, part-time, and seasonal positions.
We are a company that demonstrates a real commitment to staff development as can be evidenced from testimonials from staff team members who have progressed in their careers as employees of our company.
The Arena is probably the only sports facility worldwide to hold 4 International Quality Standards, Quality; Health & Safety; Energy and Environment and we as a team continually strive to be better.
Interested in talking to us about a career with Mardyke Arena UCC, then pick-up the phone, email us or drop-in for a chat.
Our Culture
Equal Opportunity Statement
Mardyke Arena UCC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity.
We are the best and we recruit the best!
Our offer is the best!
- Very competitive Salaries / Hourly Rates for the Industry
- 20 Days paid annual leave (pro rata)
- Paid company days at Christmas (pro rata to max. 3 days)
- Generous Company Pension Schemes including Death in Service policy.
- 30 Days Sick Leave Annually (T&Cs apply)
- Paid Lunch Breaks
- Sunday & Bank Holiday Allowances
- Membership of the Arena Facilities
- Ongoing Training and Career Development
- Staff Uniform Provided (as required)
Gender Pay Gap Report 2025
At Mardyke Arena UCC, we are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. In line with the Gender Pay Gap Information Act 2021, we are publishing our 2025 Gender Pay Gap Report to provide transparency around gender representation and pay across our organisation.
Click here to view the Mardyke Arena UCC Gender Pay Gap Report 2025
Royal Life Saving Society Approved Training Centre
Please note that Mardyke Arena UCC is a Royal Life Saving Society (RLSS) Approved Training Centre. Find relevant policies below.
