What Jobs are available for Director Of Operations in Dubai?

A leading education provider offering inclusive and innovative learning across a diverse network of schools and educational services.

• Design and deliver personalised digital journeys for students, parents, and educators across multiple platforms.
• Lead the development of a modern digital architecture using Next.js, React, Node.js, and Azure-native serverless infrastructure.
• Integrate platforms such as Salesforce Education Cloud, Moodle LMS, PowerSchool, and OpenAI tools for enhanced learning experiences.
• Define and execute a digital transformation roadmap aligned with growth and revenue goals.
• Oversee implementation of CRM, LMS, SIS, and communication platforms.
• Manage digital projects using Agile methodologies and ensure measurable impact.
• Ensure cybersecurity, data privacy, and compliance with regulations like GDPR and FERPA.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Product Management; MBA or Master's in Digital Innovation preferred.
• 10+ years in digital transformation or technology leadership, with 3+ years in education or EdTech.
• Experience with Salesforce CRM, Oracle ERP, Moodle LMS, PowerSchool/iSAMS, and Azure serverless architecture.
• Familiarity with React, Node.js, and OpenAI/GenAI models in educational settings.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, and change management skills.
• Proven ability to drive strategic initiatives while managing hands-on execution.

Overview

Holiday Inn Dubai Al Barsha is looking for a strategic and dynamic Director of Operations to oversee the seamless execution of all hotel functions, ensuring exceptional guest experiences while driving operational excellence. Perfectly located along the iconic Sheikh Zayed Road, Holiday Inn Dubai Al Barsha offers guests a seamless blend of modern hospitality and unbeatable access to the best of Dubai. Situated in the heart of Al Barsha , one of the city’s most dynamic neighborhoods, the hotel is just minutes from Mall of the Emirates , Jumeirah’s Kite Beach , and several of the world’s leading attractions and entertainment destinations.
Whether you're here for business or leisure, our hotel offers 310 stylishly appointed rooms , a selection of vibrant food and beverage outlets , and warm, attentive service that makes every stay memorable. Enjoy effortless travel, enriching experiences, and everything you need to feel at home in the heart of Dubai.

• Oversee all operational departments including Rooms, F&B, Housekeeping, Front Office and Security
• Ensure consistent delivery of exceptional guest experiences in line with IHG brand standards.
• Partner with the General Manager and Executive Committee to drive strategy, guest satisfaction, and profitability.
• Lead and inspire department heads, fostering a culture of accountability, service passion, and continuous improvement.
• Monitor operational KPIs and financial performance, ensuring cost efficiency without compromising quality.

• 7–10 years of progressive hotel leadership experience, ideally in an international or luxury brand.
• Preferably with IHG brand experience.
• Currently based in the UAE with knowledge of local market standards.
• Strong leadership, decision-making, and interpersonal skills.
• A proven record of driving both guest satisfaction and financial performance.

We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life including a full uniform, impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business.

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting well-being in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.

So, join us and you’ll become part of our ever-growing global family.

Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the "Apply" button. Start your journey with us today.

Overview

Holiday Inn Dubai Al Barsha is looking for a strategic and dynamic Director of Operations to oversee the seamless execution of all hotel functions, ensuring exceptional guest experiences while driving operational excellence. Perfectly located along the iconic Sheikh Zayed Road, Holiday Inn Dubai Al Barsha offers guests a seamless blend of modern hospitality and unbeatable access to the best of Dubai. Situated in the heart of Al Barsha , one of the city’s most dynamic neighborhoods, the hotel is just minutes from Mall of the Emirates , Jumeirah’s Kite Beach , and several of the world’s leading attractions and entertainment destinations.
Whether you're here for business or leisure, our hotel offers 310 stylishly appointed rooms , a selection of vibrant food and beverage outlets , and warm, attentive service that makes every stay memorable. Enjoy effortless travel, enriching experiences, and everything you need to feel at home in the heart of Dubai.

• Oversee all operational departments including Rooms, F&B, Housekeeping, Front Office and Security
• Ensure consistent delivery of exceptional guest experiences in line with IHG brand standards.
• Partner with the General Manager and Executive Committee to drive strategy, guest satisfaction, and profitability.
• Lead and inspire department heads, fostering a culture of accountability, service passion, and continuous improvement.
• Monitor operational KPIs and financial performance, ensuring cost efficiency without compromising quality.

• 7–10 years of progressive hotel leadership experience, ideally in an international or luxury brand.
• Preferably with IHG brand experience.
• Currently based in the UAE with knowledge of local market standards.
• Strong leadership, decision-making, and interpersonal skills.
• A proven record of driving both guest satisfaction and financial performance.

We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life including a full uniform, impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business.

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting well-being in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.

So, join us and you’ll become part of our ever-growing global family.

Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the "Apply" button. Start your journey with us today.

Overview

A leading Saudi-based provider of industrial catering and facilities management services. The company delivers large-scale, high-quality solutions across business, industry, and remote site operations.

• Liaises with Department/Project Managers to ensure the support functions (HR, Quality, Finance, Procurement) meet the needs of the business.
• Conduct regular Department meetings with team and managers and ensure identified gaps are actioned.
• Delivery of budgeted profit through management of food costs, labour costs and overheads and align with scope of service, ensuring any overspend is addressed in a timely manner and appropriate measure put in place to control.
• Formulation of Yearly Financial Plan
• Working knowledge in developing and implementing strategies to strive for continuous improvement and take responsibility for achieving business results
• Scale up and grow profitably existing sectors besides focus on new sectors and develop revenue stream to avoid concentration on single/limited customers
• Manage client relationships through regular, formal and informal interaction, dealing with and resolving issues quickly without compromising the expected profitability of the project.
• Creates positive positioning of the company through involvement with in industry, networking, participation in trade events and explore opportunity for collaboration.
• Recognises any weakness within the contract and client relationship and develops and implements appropriate improvement mechanisms.
• Collaborate with business development to review client expectations against contractual terms, introduces corrective action where necessary.
• Guide the Business Development team in preparation of technical and commercial proposals.
• Implement quality monitoring systems which measure customer satisfaction, client, growth opportunity and contract compliance, keeping abreast of the market to look for newer opportunities.
• Monitor the recruitment, interview, and selection processes of suitable staff to fill the vacancies that set by operation managers.
• Sets performance goals and monitors performance targets for department managers.
• Attract and retain experienced effective management team and workforce dedicated to the long-term completion of the project (minimize staff turnover).
• Promotes and encourages multi-skilling amongst employees, recognizes and develops key performers.

• Proven experience in managing operations within the catering and facilities sector.
• Strong understanding of the business services industry and customer service standards.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to develop and implement effective operational strategies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Our client is a well-established and reputable entity in the healthcare industry. They are a large organization that operates across the Middle East and Africa, providing inpatients and outpatients services to their patients.

• Develop and implement strategic plans to improve healthcare services.
• Oversee daily operations, ensuring efficiency and quality in service delivery.
• Coordinate with different departments to ensure seamless healthcare provision.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
• Manage resources effectively to achieve organizational goals.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in the healthcare industry.
• Monitor performance metrics and implement improvements where necessary.
• Stay updated with latest trends and best practices in healthcare management.

The successful candidate should have:

• A background in healthcare management.
• Strong strategic planning and operations management skills.
• Proficiency in managing resources and coordinating with various departments.
• Ability to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
• Excellent communication skills to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders.

Overview

The client is a leading facilities management company that is well established in Saudi Arabia.

• Managing the P&L of the division
• Overseeing day to day operations
• Establishing quality control measures, policies and procedures
• Expanding the business through development of new partnerships

• Solid technical knowledge of laundry operations including setting quality control measures, policies and procedures
• Strong commercial acumen to manage current partnerships and identify new business opportunities
• Previous experience with P&L management
• Strong leadership capabilities and experience managing large teams above 150 people
• Deep understanding of the local Saudi market or, at least, of GCC region

The client is a leading facilities management company that is well established in Saudi Arabia.

The Director of Laundry Operations will be responsible for:

• Managing the P&L of the division
• Overseeing day to day operations
• Establishing quality control measures, policies and procedures
• Expanding the business through development of new partnerships

The Director of Laundry Operations needs to have:

• Solid technical knowledge of laundry operations including setting quality control measures, policies and procedures
• Strong commercial acumen to manage current partnerships and identify new business opportunities
• Previous experience with P&L management
• Strong leadership capabilities and experience managing large teams above 150 people
• Deep understanding of the local Saudi market or, at least, of GCC region

Overview

One of the largest mixed use developments by the PIF in Saudi Arabia

• Responsible for ensuring all properties meet or exceed brand, regulatory, and sustainability standards, while protecting the long-term value of the company's physical assets and overseeing operational excellence in building systems, safety, and energy efficiency.
• Lead initiatives related to sustainability, energy management, and building automation across all properties.
• Advise senior leadership on technical feasibility and infrastructure planning for new developments or acquisitions.
• Oversee planning, budgeting, and execution of capital improvement projects and major renovations. Serve as the primary liaison between ownership, design teams, contractors, and hotel operations for project coordination.
• Standardize and enforce best practices in preventive and corrective maintenance across all properties.
• Establish KPIs and benchmarks for engineering performance, energy efficiency, and fire life safety requirements.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections to ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality standards.
• Oversee and mentor property-level Directors of Engineering.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities through innovative technologies and vendor management.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, facilities management, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of engineering leadership experience in the luxury hospitality sector.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale renovations, openings, and technical projects.
• Deep knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing), sustainability standards, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong leadership, project management, and communication skills.