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Based at the Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai within the Spa & Wellness Department in Dubai, the Fitness & Wellness Manager is responsible for, but not limited to, the overall membership programs, fitness & wellness colleagues, complimentary guest activities and private wellness programs. In addition, the Fitness & Wellness Manager is to maintain all operations aspects of all fitness & wellness facilities. Fitness & Wellness Manager reports to Director of Spa & Wellness.

Nestled in the city's heart, Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai offers a stunning fusion of modern design with a touch of oriental flair, redefining hospitality standards. With unparalleled views of Dubai's skyline, the iconic Burj Khalifa, and the sparkling Arabian Sea, this urban retreat offers 224 luxury Residences and 259 Rooms & Suites. Going beyond traditional hospitality, Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai is not just a hotel but a lifestyle destination, offering relaxation, luxury, and memorable experiences.

• Ensure adherence to all corporate policies, SOPs, LQE/MOQA/Forbes standards, and HR strategic guidelines. Support and document learning, development, and training initiatives, maintaining updated matrices and job descriptions.
• Manage daily operations of Spa & Wellness, including pools, fitness centres, and kids club. Handle fitness assessments, member programs, bookings, and wellness activities, acting as the key point of contact for corporate groups.
• Conduct monthly meetings, support colleague career paths, oversee recruitment, scheduling, and training, while ensuring disciplinary procedures and P&C policies are followed.
• Assist in budget preparation, analyse financial reports, conduct monthly inventories, and collaborate on incentive programs to drive business opportunities.
• Address guest complaints, coordinate health consultations, and deliver personalized programs to meet guest needs while ensuring safety and wellness standards.
• Develop and promote fitness and wellness programs, collaborate on marketing efforts, attend industry events, and maintain up-to-date SOPs, systems, and filing for operational efficiency.

• Tertiary education required, preferably in sport or fitness management.
• Minimum 2 years in a similar role; prior experience in a 5-star hotel is essential; experience in the Middle East and hotel pre-opening is an advantage.
• Strong computer literacy is a must.
• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to understand guest needs independently; clear verbal and written communication in English.
• Capable of conducting personal training sessions and creating membership programs.
• Detail-oriented, well-organized, and able to multitask effectively.

• Learning & Development. Your success is our success. We craft unique learning and development programmes for various stages in your career so that you grow, continuously.
• MOstay. When you work as hard as our colleagues do, it’s important to take time off. As a member of the #MOfamily, you can stay with us wherever you go in the world. The MOstay programme offers complimentary nights and additionally attractive rates on rooms for you and your loved ones.
• Health & Colleague Wellness. Finding the right work-life balance is important. Your wellbeing matters to us. A variety of health benefits and wellness programmes are offered to all our colleagues, globally.
• A competitive salary and benefits packages.

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About The First Group Hospitality

The First Group Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company pioneering a new era of excellence. With a rapidly expanding portfolio of award-winning upscale hotels, signature restaurants, and distinctive leisure destinations, we are committed to creating unforgettable experiences at every touchpoint.

Our team of seasoned professionals brings decades of experience from renowned hotel brands, combined with a deep understanding of the Dubai and GCC markets. With a comprehensive infrastructure spanning all key areas of hotel management, we offer tailored solutions to maximise efficiency, drive revenue growth, and enhance guest satisfaction.

At The First Group Hospitality, we are dedicated to building long-term partnerships with our clients. By leveraging our global insights, regional expertise, and strong operational foundation, we ensure that every aspect of your hotel is managed with precision and care. Our goal is to optimise performance, boost profitability, and deliver sustainable growth for your property.

Guest Journey & Service

• Welcome all guests in a warm, professional, and attentive manner.
• Manage reservations for spa treatments, fitness sessions, and wellness programs.
• Confirm, modify, or cancel bookings promptly and accurately.
• Provide information on spa services, fitness programs, membership options, and promotions.
• Assist with guest check-in/check-out, billing, and payment processing.
• Handle guest inquiries, feedback, and complaints professionally, escalating when necessary.

Operational Support

• Ensure the reception and lounge areas are clean, welcoming, and guest-ready.
• Coordinate daily schedules with therapists, fitness instructors, and attendants.
• Maintain accurate guest records, treatment logs, and reporting systems.
• Ensure compliance with SOPs for booking, cash handling, and data entry.
• Support the Spa Supervisor in administrative tasks and operational reporting.

Sales & Business Contribution

• Promote spa treatments, wellness programs, and fitness services to maximize bookings.
• Upsell and cross-sell wellness packages, memberships, and seasonal promotions.
• Drive retail sales by recommending products aligned with guest needs.
• Assist in achieving monthly revenue and sales targets.

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a receptionist in luxury hospitality, spa, or wellness environment.
• Strong knowledge of spa and fitness services is an advantage.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in booking/reservation systems and Microsoft Office; spa software experience preferred.
• Professional grooming and guest-centric attitude.
• Multilingual skills are an advantage.

Core Competencies

• Guest Engagement & Service Orientation
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills
• Sales & Upselling Ability
• Attention to Detail & Accuracy
• Team Collaboration

We are seeking a Studio Manager – Fitness & Wellness to join one of our client’s dynamic operations in Sharjah. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for a motivated fresher who is passionate about health, wellness, and operations management. As the Studio Manager, you will be the face of the fitness studio—ensuring seamless day-to-day operations, providing exceptional member experiences, and supporting overall business growth. Key Responsibilities of Studio Manager – Fitness & Wellness

Oversee the daily operations of the fitness & wellness studio.
Greet and engage with clients to ensure a welcoming and professional atmosphere.
Coordinate class schedules, instructor assignments, and studio events.
Maintain cleanliness, safety, and functionality of the studio equipment and space.
Monitor membership activities and assist in membership retention strategies.
Handle customer inquiries, feedback, and resolve issues in a timely manner.
Support promotional activities, marketing initiatives, and brand engagement.
Collaborate with trainers, wellness experts, and support staff for smooth coordination

Bachelor’s Degree in any relevant field.
Fresh graduates with a passion for fitness and wellness are encouraged to apply.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational and time management abilities.
Enthusiastic, proactive, and customer-focused mindset.
Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends if required.

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As a mum, life is often lived at full speed, managing family, work and everything in between. In the midst of caring for others, it’s all too easy to overlook your own wellbeing. That’s why Mediclinic has introduced a range of carefully designed health packages that cater to women (and in some cases the rest of the family too!) at every stage of life.

Whether you’re navigating the transitions of your 40s, looking for a comprehensive health check-up to spot any potential problems early, or wanting to take control of your gut health, Mediclinic’s packages offer expert-led, personalised care that fits into your lifestyle, all with the flexibility and affordability you need.

Ideal for proactive mums who want a deeper look into their overall health, this comprehensive package offers a full hormonal and metabolic assessment and is perfect for monitoring your wellbeing as you navigate your 30s and 40s. This package offers peace of mind and a clear understanding of your body’s changing needs.

• Specialist Consultation & Follow-Up – With pelvic ultrasound and ongoing care .
• Hormonal & Metabolic Assessment – Including FSH, LH, Oestrogen, Estradiol, Testosterone and TSH.
• Pap Smear – Early screening for cervical cancer .

For women in their late 30s and early 40s, hormonal changes can start to affect mood, energy levels and overall wellbeing. Mediclinic’s Perimenopause & Menopause Package is designed specifically for women aged 40 to 45, helping you stay ahead of the changes and feel empowered through this transition.

• Specialist Consultation & Follow-Up – Includes a pelvic ultrasound and dedicated follow-ups to track your progress and personalise care .
• Essential Blood Tests – FSH (Follicle-Stimulating Hormone) to evaluate ovarian function and menopause status .

A healthy gut is essential not just for digestion, but also for immunity, mental clarity and energy, all things mums need in abundance.

• Advanced Gut Microbiome Analysis – Backed by cutting-edge sequencing and AI-driven insights.
• Two Expert Consultations – Pre- and post-test appointments to guide your wellness journey.
• Optional Dietitian Support – With a fully personalised meal plan focused on improving gut health and reducing bloating.
• At-Home Convenience – Easy test kit delivery and pick-up which is hassle-free and discreet.

Whether you’re booking your first full-body check-up or managing long-term health goals, our range of essential and executive packages provide thorough assessments led by experienced medical professionals:

A streamlined option for routine health monitoring.

An in-depth review of women’s health, covering everything from hormones to cardiovascular risk.

For partners who want to stay on top of their health too.

Premium, top-to-toe screening with added benefits for professionals who value efficiency and depth.

Mediclinic’s wellness packages are designed for real life, with expert care, easy booking and thoughtful options tailored to mums just like you. Whether you’re managing symptoms, preventing illness, or simply checking in with your body, they’re ready to support every step of your journey.

We are recruiting for a newly opened wellness studio in Dubai, crafted with an industrial, holistic, and zen ambiance. The studio is looking for two personable and well-organized Front Desk Associates to join the team and serve as the welcoming face for clients.

• Warmly welcome and assist clients upon arrival
• Manage bookings and schedules using Fresha
• Handle client inquiries with professionalism and friendliness
• Ensure the reception and studio areas remain neat and tidy
• Carry out administrative duties, including working with Excel
• Collaborate with practitioners and management to support daily operations

• Minimum 2 years of front desk or customer service experience
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Advanced English (spoken and written)
• Friendly, approachable, and highly organized personality
• Familiarity with Fresha and Excel preferred
• Must be based locally in Dubai

• Salary: AED 4,000 per month
• Visa
• Medical insurance provided
• Uniform: green linen pants, kimono top, and white t-shirt
• 25 Days paid annual leave

Start Date: September 10th

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a growing wellness brand and work in a supportive, client-focused environment.

• Build a sports and wellness destination in Abu Dhabi backed by a family office.
• Scale a global concept combining padel, wellness & lifestyle from the ground up.

A well capitalised family office developing a new sports and wellness destination designed to redefine how people connect through fitness, competition and lifestyle. Backed by visionary investors with a long-term commitment to building a global concept starting from Abu Dhabi.

• Lead the end to end creation of a sports and wellness destination in Abu Dhabi from concept to launch.
• Oversee design, development and operations across padel, fitness, recovery and F&B facilities.
• Build and lead a multi-disciplinary team, manage large-scale budgets and vendor partnerships.
• Drive brand positioning, customer experience and commercial performance.
• Develop long-term growth plans to scale the concept regionally and globally.
• Build sponsorship and franchise opportunities in the medium to long term.

• The successful candidate will be a visionary and hands on leader with a proven ability to create and scale premium sports, wellness or lifestyle destinations from the ground up. They will bring at least 10-15 years of senior leadership experience within high-performance sports management, luxury fitness, or hospitality-driven wellness concepts, ideally with exposure to multi-site or large-format venues.
• They must demonstrate a track record in developing greenfield projects; overseeing design, construction, brand positioning, team recruitment and commercial ramp-up. Experience in integrating sports, fitness, recovery, and F&B elements into a cohesive destination offering will be key.
• A strong commercial mindset, experience managing full P&L and capex programs and the ability to build sponsorship and franchise growth strategies are essential. The ideal leader will possess a global outlook, deep stakeholder management skills and the agility to balance strategic vision with day-to-day execution in a fast-evolving, entrepreneurial environment.

Competitive package with benefits.

Were seeking a driven and results-focused Membership Sales Consultant to join a premium Infrared Wellness Studio in Dubai. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced sales professional who thrives in a competitive target-driven environment and is passionate about wellness lifestyle and client success.

As the first point of contact for prospective members, you will represent the brand with professionalism and confidence, guiding potential clients from initial inquiry through to membership sign-up and ensuring they feel welcomed into a luxury wellness experience.

Role Summary:

In this role, you will be the driving force behind sales, handling inbound leads, engaging walk-ins, and converting interest into committed memberships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handle all inbound inquiries via WhatsApp, Instagram, phone, and walk-ins.
• Present services and membership packages with clarity and confidence.
• Convert 20-30 walk-ins per month into active clients.
• Track and manage leads through CRM systems to ensure timely follow-up.
• Collaborate with marketing to align on campaigns and promotions.
• Follow up on cold, warm, and trial leads to maximize conversions.
• Monitor and respond promptly to social media inquiries.
• Consistently achieve and exceed monthly sales targets.

Candidate Requirements:

• Fluent in English & Arabic (spoken & written), advanced level required for both languages.
• Minimum 5 years sales experience in a high-performance environment (fitness, wellness, luxury, hospitality, or lifestyle sector preferred).
• UAE experience is preferable.
• Proven track record of consistently exceeding sales and revenue targets.
• Strong skills in sales, customer relationship management, and client conversion.
• Professional, loyal, confident, and well-spoken with excellent communication skills.
• Presentable and polished appearance in line with luxury wellness brand standards.

The Package:

• Tax-free monthly salary: 5,000 AED (approximately US$1,360).
• Commission: 23% when achieving sales targets; 1.5% if 80-99% of target is achieved.
• Performance-based bonus.
• Uniform provided (formal sales attire aligned with brand guidelines).
• Paid 30 days of annual leave.
• Paid flights every 2 years.
• Employment visa may be provided based on performance (candidates must have their own visa initially).

Start date: ASAP

Overview

Physiotherapist jobs in the UAE are in demand as the healthcare and wellness sector expands. Opportunities exist in wellness centers and hospitals across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah, where physiotherapists help patients recover mobility, manage pain, and improve physical well-being. Therapies cover musculoskeletal injuries, post-surgical rehabilitation, sports injuries, and chronic conditions, with a growing focus on preventive health.

• Physiotherapist
• Sports Physiotherapist
• Rehabilitation Therapist
• Clinical Physiotherapist
• Wellness Therapist
• Orthopedic Physiotherapist

To secure a physiotherapist position in UAE wellness centers, candidates must meet educational and professional requirements.

• Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Physiotherapy from a recognized institution.
• Licensing: Must obtain a license from UAE health authorities such as DHA, HAAD, or MOHAP.
• Experience: 0–5 years depending on specialization; fresh graduates with DHA or MOHAP registration are welcome.
• Skills: Strong patient assessment, manual therapy, exercise prescription, and communication skills. Knowledge of modern physiotherapy equipment is beneficial.
• Language: Fluency in English is required; Arabic is an advantage but not mandatory.
• Other Requirements: Updated CV, degree certificates, license copy, passport, and references from previous internships or employers.

• Basic Salary: AED 10,000 – AED 20,000 per month (USD 2,700 – USD 5,500), depending on experience and facility type.
• Visa Sponsorship: Provided by most employers for the physiotherapist and sometimes dependents.
• Housing Allowance: Offered by certain wellness centers or included in the total package.
• Transportation: Car allowance or company-provided transport in select facilities.
• Healthcare: Medical insurance coverage for the employee and dependents.
• Annual Leave & Airfare: Paid leave according to UAE labor laws; some employers provide return tickets.
• Other Perks: Training programs, workshops, professional development, performance bonuses, and tax-free salary.

Applying for physiotherapist job opportunities in UAE wellness centers is straightforward. Steps to apply:

• Prepare a professional CV highlighting physiotherapy education, clinical experience, and certifications.
• Collect all required documents, including degree certificates, DHA/MOHAP license, passport, and references.
• Apply through wellness center career portals or trusted platforms such as LinkedIn, Bayt, GulfTalent, and Indeed UAE.
• Shortlisted candidates may undergo interviews, practical assessments, or demonstration sessions.
• Complete onboarding and visa formalities once selected.

Physiotherapist job opportunities in UAE wellness centers offer an excellent career path for healthcare professionals seeking international exposure, professional development, and rewarding work in patient care. With competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and modern facilities, the UAE provides a dynamic environment for physiotherapists to advance their careers. If you have the required qualifications, strong clinical skills, and a passion for rehabilitation and wellness, pursuing a physiotherapy career in UAE wellness centers can lead to long-term professional growth and financial stability.

• Q1: Can fresh physiotherapy graduates work in UAE wellness centers? Yes, fresh graduates with DHA or MOHAP registration can apply for entry-level positions.
• Q2: What is the average salary for physiotherapists in UAE? Salaries range from AED 10,000 – 20,000 per month depending on experience and facility.
• Q3: Are visa and housing benefits provided? Most employers provide visa sponsorship and may offer housing allowances or accommodation.
• Q4: Which skills are essential for physiotherapists in UAE? Patient assessment, manual therapy, exercise planning, communication, and knowledge of modern equipment are essential.