90 Head Of Department jobs in the United Arab Emirates

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Science / Head of Department (HOD) Chemistry to join a prestigious school in Al Ain UAE . This leadership position requires a native English speaker with a strong academic background leadership experience and a passion for driving excellence in science education.

Location: Al Ain UAE
Institution: Reputed International School
Position Type: Full-Time Immediate Joiner
Salary: AED/month Benefits
Nationality: Open
Gender: Male or Female

• Oversee and manage the Chemistry department ensuring academic excellence and curriculum alignment.
• Lead the development planning and implementation of the Chemistry curriculum in line with American/British standards.
• Mentor and support Chemistry teachers fostering a collaborative and innovative teaching environment.
• Monitor student performance and implement strategies to enhance learning outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with ADEK and school policies while maintaining a positive and engaging classroom culture.
• Drive department initiatives to continuously improve teaching quality and student achievement.

• Education: Bachelors degree in Chemistry or a related discipline.
• Qualification: Valid teaching license or education diploma.
• Experience:
  • Minimum 3-4 years of teaching experience within the British or American curriculum .
  • Prior leadership experience (HOD or similar role) is essential.
• Language: Native English speaker (Preferred) or any with IELTS 7.0 .
• Skills: Strong leadership, curriculum development, communication and interpersonal abilities.

• Bachelors or Masters degree in a relevant engineering field.


• Leadership and project execution training.


• Professional engineering license as required by local regulations.

• Additional training in risk or quality management.

• Has a strong background in discipline work and a competent understanding of regulations codes manufacturing standards and industry standard practices.


• Skilled in estimating project costs and writing proposal content. Adept at budgeting and cost control.


• Typically has 15 years of relevant technical experience and 5 years in project leadership.

We're committed to building a diverse inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels they belong, can bring themselves and are heard. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by law.

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation.

And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people leveraging transferable skills and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology.

Whatever your ambition there's a path for you here. And there's no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities and be part of delivering sustainable change.

Worley is a global professional services company of energy chemicals and resources experts. We partner with customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their assets. We're bridging two worlds moving towards more sustainable energy sources while helping to provide the energy chemicals and resources needed now.

Worley is now looking for a Project Engineering Manager for our Abu Dhabi office.

Leading the Mechanical Engineering discipline providing technical direction and oversight aligned with company standards. Responsible for guiding team development assigning personnel to projects and ensuring engineering deliverables meet organizational expectations.

• Supports business development by maintaining professional profiles and resumes identifying current capabilities and planning for future customer needs.


• Builds and maintains positive relationships with clients suppliers and contractors.


• Participates in networking strategic partnerships and cost optimization initiatives.


• May contribute to proposals by defining execution strategies estimating costs writing content and presenting to clients.


• May lead portions or the entirety of proposal development.

• Participates in budgeting and ensures operations are aligned with financial goals.


• Oversees staffing levels, team structure and discipline-specific frameworks.


• Manages software licensing usage and skill development for team members.


• Develops and maintains engineering guidelines and oversees mentoring/training programs.


• Supports the performance management process and ensures business continuity during team transitions.


• Contributes to issue resolution and ensures compliance with health safety environmental and security policies.

• Oversees technical quality and capability programs within the discipline.


• Ensures team compliance with company processes industry standards legal requirements and client specifications.


• Promotes the use of standardized documentation and specifications across projects.


• Appoints qualified team members for peer reviews and quality checks.

• Supports project delivery through resource management and adherence to guidelines.


• May assist in developing execution strategies and addressing project challenges.


• Advocates for innovation technology adoption and creative problem-solving.


• Coordinates with project management teams to ensure alignment on staffing scope and schedule.


• Reviews and authorizes work from the discipline team.

• Leads implementation of company HSE standards within the team.


• Champions safe and sustainable engineering practices across all stages of the asset lifecycle.


• Demonstrates a commitment to personal well-being and encourages continuous improvement in safety and environmental performance.

Required Experience: Director

We are hiring a qualified, experienced, and enthusiastic English HOD who can join immediately to our team. An ideal candidate should fulfill the requirements listed under Qualification and Requirements.

Job Description:

• To lead, manage, and develop the provision of the subject teaching and learning within the school and to ensure appropriate monitoring, analysis, and evaluation.
• To lead the department's strategic and operational development.
• To raise standards of pupil attainment and achievement within the whole curriculum area and to monitor and support pupil progress.
• To be accountable for pupil progress and development within the subject area and to develop and enhance the teaching practices of teachers.
• To ensure the provision of an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant, and differentiated curriculum for pupils.
• Providing opportunities for enrichment for gifted & talented students and students with special needs.
• Experience in strategic planning and actively contribute towards SEF SIP.
• Experience teaching English in a UK curriculum school.
• Conducting professional development training.
• Ensuring continued innovation in the teaching of English.
• To manage and deploy teaching/support staff and physical resources within the department effectively to support the department development plan.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• M.A., B.Ed/Ph.D. in English; certificate should be attested from UAE.
• Excellent English communication skills.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a similar role.
• Experience as English HOD is highly preferred.
• Understanding of KHDA school inspection framework.
• Good leadership skills.
• Candidates who can join immediately will be preferred.

Required Experience: Director

• Bachelors or Masters degree in a relevant engineering field.
• Leadership and project execution training.
• Professional engineering license as required by local regulations.

• Additional training in risk or quality management.

• Has a strong background in discipline work and a competent understanding of regulations codes manufacturing standards and industry standard practices.
• Skilled in estimating project costs and writing proposal content. Adept at budgeting and cost control.
• Typically has 15 years of relevant technical experience and 5 years in project leadership.

We're committed to building a diverse inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels they belong, can bring themselves and are heard. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by law.

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation.

And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people leveraging transferable skills and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology.

Whatever your ambition there's a path for you here. And there's no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities and be part of delivering sustainable change.

Worley is a global professional services company of energy chemicals and resources experts. We partner with customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their assets. We're bridging two worlds moving towards more sustainable energy sources while helping to provide the energy chemicals and resources needed now.

Worley is now looking for a Project Engineering Manager for our Abu Dhabi office.

Leading the Mechanical Engineering discipline providing technical direction and oversight aligned with company standards. Responsible for guiding team development assigning personnel to projects and ensuring engineering deliverables meet organizational expectations.

• Supports business development by maintaining professional profiles and resumes identifying current capabilities and planning for future customer needs.
• Builds and maintains positive relationships with clients suppliers and contractors.
• Participates in networking strategic partnerships and cost optimization initiatives.
• May contribute to proposals by defining execution strategies estimating costs writing content and presenting to clients.
• May lead portions or the entirety of proposal development.

• Participates in budgeting and ensures operations are aligned with financial goals.
• Oversees staffing levels, team structure and discipline-specific frameworks.
• Manages software licensing usage and skill development for team members.
• Develops and maintains engineering guidelines and oversees mentoring/training programs.
• Supports the performance management process and ensures business continuity during team transitions.
• Contributes to issue resolution and ensures compliance with health safety environmental and security policies.

• Oversees technical quality and capability programs within the discipline.
• Ensures team compliance with company processes industry standards legal requirements and client specifications.
• Promotes the use of standardized documentation and specifications across projects.
• Appoints qualified team members for peer reviews and quality checks.

• Supports project delivery through resource management and adherence to guidelines.
• May assist in developing execution strategies and addressing project challenges.
• Advocates for innovation technology adoption and creative problem-solving.
• Coordinates with project management teams to ensure alignment on staffing scope and schedule.
• Reviews and authorizes work from the discipline team.

• Leads implementation of company HSE standards within the team.
• Champions safe and sustainable engineering practices across all stages of the asset lifecycle.
• Demonstrates a commitment to personal well-being and encourages continuous improvement in safety and environmental performance.

Required Experience: Director

We are hiring a qualified, experienced, and enthusiastic English HOD who can join immediately to our team. An ideal candidate should fulfill the requirements listed under Qualification and Requirements.

Job Description:

• To lead, manage, and develop the provision of the subject teaching and learning within the school and to ensure appropriate monitoring, analysis, and evaluation.
• To lead the department's strategic and operational development.
• To raise standards of pupil attainment and achievement within the whole curriculum area and to monitor and support pupil progress.
• To be accountable for pupil progress and development within the subject area and to develop and enhance the teaching practices of teachers.
• To ensure the provision of an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant, and differentiated curriculum for pupils.
• Providing opportunities for enrichment for gifted & talented students and students with special needs.
• Experience in strategic planning and actively contribute towards SEF SIP.
• Experience teaching English in a UK curriculum school.
• Conducting professional development training.
• Ensuring continued innovation in the teaching of English.
• To manage and deploy teaching/support staff and physical resources within the department effectively to support the department development plan.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• M.A., B.Ed/Ph.D. in English; certificate should be attested from UAE.
• Excellent English communication skills.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a similar role.
• Experience as English HOD is highly preferred.
• Understanding of KHDA school inspection framework.
• Good leadership skills.
• Candidates who can join immediately will be preferred.

Required Experience: Director

Lead the English Department, ensuring delivery of a high-quality curriculum in line with school/college standards.

Develop, review, and implement schemes of work, lesson plans, and teaching strategies.

Mentor, train, and support English teachers to enhance instructional practices.

Monitor student performance, conduct assessments, and ensure academic progress.

Organize departmental meetings, workshops, and professional development activities.

Ensure compliance with educational policies, examination standards, and accreditation requirements.

Foster a positive learning environment that encourages creativity, critical thinking, and communication skills.

Collaborate with school leadership on strategic planning and resource allocation.

Handle departmental administration including timetabling, workload management, and reporting.

Engage with parents, students, and stakeholders regarding academic progress and initiatives.

Master’s degree in English Literature / English Language or related field (PhD preferred).

B.Ed. / Teaching qualification is mandatory.

Minimum 7–10 years of teaching experience, with at least 3–5 years in a leadership role .

Strong leadership, mentoring, and communication skills.

Proven track record of improving student outcomes and driving academic excellence.

Experience in curriculum design, assessment strategies, and modern pedagogical practices.

Ability to work collaboratively with staff, parents, and management.

Innovative teaching methods and technology integration.

Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.

Commitment to continuous professional development.

Ability to inspire and motivate both faculty and students.

The primary objective of this role is to oversee the daily operations of a large-scale holiday home/hotel housekeeping department.

1. Strategically manage the execution of daily tasks to ensure seamless delivery based on a predefined schedule.
2. Lead the selection, training, and development process for employees to maximize job satisfaction, productivity, and guest experience.
3. Enforce quality standards and procedures to maintain exceptional guest service levels.
4. Conduct regular property inspections to guarantee adherence to cleanliness and maintenance standards.
5. Optimize operational expenses to minimize costs while delivering excellent guest services.
6. Oversee consumption monitoring and ordering of supplies to maintain an adequate stock level.
7. Establish and maintain departmental organization, manning, and productivity levels.
8. Conduct inventory checks and implement proactive measures to reduce losses and damages.

1. Proven experience in managing large workforces in similar settings.
2. Excellent organizational skills and budget analysis capabilities.
3. Ability to train, motivate, and lead a team in a fast-paced environment.
4. Highly motivated and passionate individual with strong time management skills.
5. Proactive, vibrant, and engaging personality with excellent communication skills.
6. Flexibility to work weekend shifts as required.

• Strategic Planning: Collaborate with the Leadership Team to establish short-term, medium-term, and long-term plans for the English department, including resource allocation and budgeting.
• Teaching and Learning: Provide guidance on effective teaching methods, assess student progress, and implement strategies to improve literacy and numeracy skills.
• Staff Management: Line manage English teachers, provide support, and facilitate professional development opportunities.
• Communication: Regularly communicate with parents through written reports and informal updates, addressing day-to-day queries and concerns.

Excellence in Culinary Leadership

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chef de Cuisine to lead our culinary team.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for directing, training, supervising, planning and coordinating all areas within the culinary department. This includes leading and managing the kitchen team, providing support and training on an ongoing basis, ensuring only the highest quality of food and beverage for our guests through meticulous consistency, taste and presentation of all dishes. Additionally, you will monitor the food inventory on a monthly basis, maintaining proper control of orders and purchases, and ensure that all deliveries are received and handled efficiently and in line with hotel standards.

• Bachelor's Degree, or any related Culinary degree.

• Minimum of 2 years of industry and culinary management experience.

• Previous experience with controlling food and labor cost, demonstration cooking, menu development, pricing, and training of culinary team members.

• Eye for detail to achieve operational excellence

• Passion for leadership and teamwork

• Excellent guest service skills

Remote location