1 988 Operations Management jobs in the United Arab Emirates

Allow us to introduce ourselves

At dss+ , we are not just your average global operations consulting firm. We are a purpose-driven company that exists to save lives and create a sustainable future – for our clients, employees, and communities.

In pursuit of this purpose, we put people at the centre of everything we do, and we are a consultancy with heart.

As an experienced operations consultant, your role is crucial in helping us achieve this purpose, making you an integral part of our operations.

Right now, we’re expanding our market reach and impact in the United Arab Emirates and the wider Middle East. We’re looking for experienced operations consultants who can help us transform our clients’ organisations and work as part of high-performing project teams on large, complex transformational programmes.

This expansion presents a unique opportunity for you to grow both personally and professionally as you contribute to our purpose and work on challenging projects.

Does this sound like you?

As a valued member of our client-engagement project teams, you will be pivotal in leading key work streams and working with industry-leading clients across multiple sectors to reduce risks and improve business continuity and asset productivity.
You’ll save lives, drive performance, and improve the working lives of employees across the organisations you support.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Working as an integral member of client project teams, executing complex tasks and leading work streams.

• Contributing to sales through high-quality proposals, solution design, and participation in client business-development meetings.

• Analysing operational processes, management systems, and performance improvement opportunities in safety, operational excellence, or environmental sustainability.

• Actively engaging with clients through meetings, workshops, and field observations; implementing practical, hands-on solutions.

• Analysing data to develop meaningful recommendations and crafting high-quality presentations and reports for client engagements.

• Conducting interviews, DILOs, and document reviews to assess operational risk and improvement opportunities.

• Designing and delivering training, coaching, and workshops at client sites.

Let’s see where our shared vision leads

We have a strong growth trajectory and a global footprint, offering unprecedented opportunities for our people to advance their careers while working with clients and colleagues worldwide. You’ll join forces with technical operations executives, experienced line managers, and qualified coaches who all share a problem-solving mindset and a passion for impact.

We provide:

• A mentorship programme with senior leaders to broaden technical expertise and share best practices.

• A performance and talent-development framework, including access to the Consulting Development Academy .

• Competitive base salary, medical cover, allowances, disability benefits, a discretionary annual incentive plan, and flexible work policies.

• Opportunities to contribute to regional and international projects , broadening your experience and professional network.

Who are you today?

Beyond that, be yourself. At dss+, we embrace and celebrate diversity. Above all, we foster an inclusive culture in which everyone contributes and has the chance to develop their talents further.

Ideally, you will bring:

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, business, or a related field.

• Prior management consulting experience and/or operational experience in one of our core industries (Oil & Gas, Energy, Chemicals, Mining & Metals, Utilities, Manufacturing, etc.)

• Exposure to one or more of our key practice areas: Operational Excellence, Operational Risk, Safety, or Sustainability .

• Experience working within project teams and leading work streams on complex assignments.

• Adaptability and the ability to thrive within diverse, often remote, consultant teams while consistently delivering client and business objectives.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with strength in quantitative and qualitative analysis, and proficiency in using business intelligence tools (e.g. Power BI, Tableau)

• Professional proficiency in English (Arabic is an advantage).

A bit more about us

We are implementers and change-makers. Our passion lies in helping our clients solve their biggest challenges and engaging organisations – from the boardroom to the shop floor – to build resilience and sustain improvements.

Our industry expertise (in metals & mining, chemicals, oil & gas & energy, power & utilities, agribusiness and consumer goods, industrial & manufacturing, and private equity), combined with our consulting expertise in risk, operations, and sustainability, helps clients translate their pain points into actionable roadmaps that deliver real, tangible results.

Our transformational solutions in operational risk management, operational excellence, and ESG/sustainability are accelerated through leadership coaching, capability building, and culture change – and enabled through digital technologies.

Protect. Transform. Sustain.

We are looking for an organized and proactive Operations Management Coordinator to manage daily office operations, support the COO, and coordinate cross-department tasks.

1. Manage the COO’s calendar, meetings, travel, and records.
2. Prepare and distribute reports, presentations, and documents with departments.
3. Organize and maintain files for correspondence, project documents, and financials.
4. Act as the primary point of contact for external stakeholders (consultants, contractors, vendors, authorities).
5. Track and organize project documents (tenders, contracts, schedules, etc.) to ensure they are up-to-date and accessible.
6. Handle confidential information with discretion.

1. 3+ years of experience in Document Control, Executive Assistant, or Coordinator roles in construction.
2. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and construction management software.
3. Strong organizational, time-management, and communication skills.
4. Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work independently.

Allow us to introduce ourselves

At dss+, we are not just your average global operations consulting firm. We are a purpose-driven company that exists to save lives and create a sustainable future – for our clients, employees, and communities.

In pursuit of this purpose, we put people at the centre of everything we do, and we are a consultancy with heart.

As an experienced operations consultant, your role is crucial in helping us achieve this purpose, making you an integral part of our operations.

Right now, we're expanding our market reach and impact in the United Arab Emirates and the wider Middle East. We're looking for experienced operations consultants who can help us transform our clients' organisations and work as part of high-performing project teams on large, complex transformational programmes.

This expansion presents a unique opportunity for you to grow both personally and professionally as you contribute to our purpose and work on challenging projects.

Does this sound like you?

As a valued member of our client-engagement project teams, you will be pivotal in leading key work streams and working with industry-leading clients across multiple sectors to reduce risks and improve business continuity and asset productivity.

You'll save lives, drive performance, and improve the working lives of employees across the organisations you support.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Working as an integral member of client project teams, executing complex tasks and leading work streams.
• Contributing to sales through high-quality proposals, solution design, and participation in client business-development meetings.
• Analysing operational processes, management systems, and performance improvement opportunities in safety, operational excellence, or environmental sustainability.
• Actively engaging with clients through meetings, workshops, and field observations; implementing practical, hands-on solutions.
• Analysing data to develop meaningful recommendations and crafting high-quality presentations and reports for client engagements.
• Conducting interviews, DILOs, and document reviews to assess operational risk and improvement opportunities.
• Designing and delivering training, coaching, and workshops at client sites.

Let's see where our shared vision leads

We have a strong growth trajectory and a global footprint, offering unprecedented opportunities for our people to advance their careers while working with clients and colleagues worldwide. You'll join forces with technical operations executives, experienced line managers, and qualified coaches who all share a problem-solving mindset and a passion for impact.

We provide:

• A mentorship programme with senior leaders to broaden technical expertise and share best practices.
• A performance and talent-development framework, including access to the Consulting Development Academy.
• Competitive base salary, medical cover, allowances, disability benefits, a discretionary annual incentive plan, and flexible work policies.
• Opportunities to contribute to regional and international projects, broadening your experience and professional network.

Who are you today?

Beyond that, be yourself. At dss+, we embrace and celebrate diversity. Above all, we foster an inclusive culture in which everyone contributes and has the chance to develop their talents further.

Ideally, you will bring:

• A bachelor's or master's degree in engineering, business, or a related field.
• Prior management consulting experience and/or operational experience in one of our core industries (Oil & Gas, Energy, Chemicals, Mining & Metals, Utilities, Manufacturing, etc.)
• Exposure to one or more of our key practice areas: Operational Excellence, Operational Risk, Safety, or Sustainability.
• Experience working within project teams and leading work streams on complex assignments.
• Adaptability and the ability to thrive within diverse, often remote, consultant teams while consistently delivering client and business objectives.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with strength in quantitative and qualitative analysis, and proficiency in using business intelligence tools (e.g. Power BI, Tableau)
• Professional proficiency in English (Arabic is an advantage).

A bit more about us

We are implementers and change-makers. Our passion lies in helping our clients solve their biggest challenges and engaging organisations – from the boardroom to the shop floor – to build resilience and sustain improvements.

Our industry expertise (in metals & mining, chemicals, oil & gas & energy, power & utilities, agribusiness and consumer goods, industrial & manufacturing, and private equity), combined with our consulting expertise in risk, operations, and sustainability, helps clients translate their pain points into actionable roadmaps that deliver real, tangible results.

Our transformational solutions in operational risk management, operational excellence, and ESG/sustainability are accelerated through leadership coaching, capability building, and culture change – and enabled through digital technologies.

Protect. Transform. Sustain.

We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Operations Management Leader to manage administrative tasks, coordinate office operations, and lead a team.

Main Responsibilities:

• Manage all administrative tasks to ensure efficient and effective operations.
• Coordinate office activities and ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Develop and implement operational policies and procedures to improve efficiency.
• Supervise and train staff, providing guidance and support as needed.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field.
• At least 5 years of experience working in a similar role.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) in English.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of financial principles.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

About This Role:

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced leader to join our team and take on a challenging role. The successful candidate will have a strong background in managing administrative tasks, coordinating office operations, and leading a team.

We are seeking a seasoned Hospitality Operations Manager to lead our team of Hospitality Agents. As a key member of our operations team, you will be responsible for developing and implementing scalable processes that drive efficiency and excellence in our city operations.

The ideal candidate is a strong people leader who can inspire and motivate a team to deliver an exceptional guest experience while supporting our city operations. You will have a proven track record of managing direct reports, prioritizing tasks, and driving team performance through coaching, training, and accountability.

• Support Hospitality Agents by training, coaching, and providing performance feedback
• Prioritize, delegate, execute, and support day-to-day tasking to ensure world-class guest experience and team accountability
• Guide guests through the Sonder experience, ensuring they have an amazing first impression
• Communicate cross-functionally clearly and with compassion
• Own and update standard operating procedures to support team execution
• Assist in continuous improvement project design and implementation
• Analyze market trends to optimize operations and proactively address potential guest issues

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A minimum of 3 years of experience managing direct reports, preferably in a hospitality setting
• A proven ability to lead, prioritize, and deliver with a focus on driving team performance through coaching, training, and accountability
• Strong affinity to people management and able to effectively lead a team by example, inspiring people to be engaged and proactive
• Great communication skills, able to define clear action steps for team members and effectively delegate
• Ability to take the initiative and problem-solve independently
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Ability to adapt and flex to shifting priorities
• Embraces technology for team management and collaboration and motivated to adopt new and emerging technologies
• Strong ability to establish positive relationships with others
• Thrives in a fast-paced, ever-changing, always challenging startup environment

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible vacation time, wellness and volunteering days, and annual free credits and discounts to stay in Sonder locations. We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other classification protected by applicable state, federal or local law.

The Assistant Operations Supervisor plays a vital role in managing day-to-day catering operations, ensuring timely preparation, dispatch, and delivery of catering items. The role focuses on resource optimisation, adherence to safety and quality standards, and meeting customer requirements while driving continuous improvement in operational performance.

• Prepare and manage resource allocation in collaboration with the Operations Supervisor to meet demand efficiently and achieve operational objectives.
• Coordinate and ensure the timely delivery of catering equipment and items in collaboration with stakeholders to support smooth operations.
• Supervise and delegate tasks to team members in the preparation, dispatch, and loading of catering items, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Provide guidance and support to team members, addressing performance or operational issues while promoting a culture of safety, teamwork, and efficiency.

Key Performance Indicators: Timely completion of tasks, effective resource management, and high-quality service delivery.

Allow us to introduce ourselves

At dss+ , we are not just your average global operations consulting firm. We are a purpose-driven company that exists to save lives and create a sustainable future – for our clients, employees, and communities.

In pursuit of this purpose, we put people at the centre of everything we do, and we are a consultancy with heart.

As an experienced operations consultant, your role is crucial in helping us achieve this purpose, making you an integral part of our operations.

Right now, we're expanding our market reach and impact in the United Arab Emirates and the wider Middle East. We're looking for experienced operations consultants who can help us transform our clients' organisations and work as part of high-performing project teams on large, complex transformational programmes.

This expansion presents a unique opportunity for you to grow both personally and professionally as you contribute to our purpose and work on challenging projects.

Does this sound like you?

As a valued member of our client-engagement project teams, you will be pivotal in leading key work streams and working with industry-leading clients across multiple sectors to reduce risks and improve business continuity and asset productivity.
You'll save lives, drive performance, and improve the working lives of employees across the organisations you support.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Working as an integral member of client project teams, executing complex tasks and leading work streams.

• Contributing to sales through high-quality proposals, solution design, and participation in client business-development meetings.

• Analysing operational processes, management systems, and performance improvement opportunities in safety, operational excellence, or environmental sustainability.

• Actively engaging with clients through meetings, workshops, and field observations; implementing practical, hands-on solutions.

• Analysing data to develop meaningful recommendations and crafting high-quality presentations and reports for client engagements.

• Conducting interviews, DILOs, and document reviews to assess operational risk and improvement opportunities.

• Designing and delivering training, coaching, and workshops at client sites.

Let's see where our shared vision leads

We have a strong growth trajectory and a global footprint, offering unprecedented opportunities for our people to advance their careers while working with clients and colleagues worldwide. You'll join forces with technical operations executives, experienced line managers, and qualified coaches who all share a problem-solving mindset and a passion for impact.

We provide:

• A mentorship programme with senior leaders to broaden technical expertise and share best practices.

• A performance and talent-development framework, including access to the Consulting Development Academy .

• Competitive base salary, medical cover, allowances, disability benefits, a discretionary annual incentive plan, and flexible work policies.

• Opportunities to contribute to regional and international projects , broadening your experience and professional network.

Who are you today?

Beyond that, be yourself. At dss+, we embrace and celebrate diversity. Above all, we foster an inclusive culture in which everyone contributes and has the chance to develop their talents further.

Ideally, you will bring:

• A bachelor's or master's degree in engineering, business, or a related field.

• Prior management consulting experience and/or operational experience in one of our core industries (Oil & Gas, Energy, Chemicals, Mining & Metals, Utilities, Manufacturing, etc.)

• Exposure to one or more of our key practice areas: Operational Excellence, Operational Risk, Safety, or Sustainability .

• Experience working within project teams and leading work streams on complex assignments.

• Adaptability and the ability to thrive within diverse, often remote, consultant teams while consistently delivering client and business objectives.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with strength in quantitative and qualitative analysis, and proficiency in using business intelligence tools (e.g. Power BI, Tableau)

• Professional proficiency in English (Arabic is an advantage).

A bit more about us

We are implementers and change-makers. Our passion lies in helping our clients solve their biggest challenges and engaging organisations – from the boardroom to the shop floor – to build resilience and sustain improvements.

Our industry expertise (in metals & mining, chemicals, oil & gas & energy, power & utilities, agribusiness and consumer goods, industrial & manufacturing, and private equity), combined with our consulting expertise in risk, operations, and sustainability, helps clients translate their pain points into actionable roadmaps that deliver real, tangible results.

Our transformational solutions in operational risk management, operational excellence, and ESG/sustainability are accelerated through leadership coaching, capability building, and culture change – and enabled through digital technologies.

Protect. Transform. Sustain.

Our organization is seeking an experienced and skilled Service Operations Manager to oversee the entire services and parts operations within selected regions of the UAE market.

• Manage services and parts business for assigned regions in the UAE market.
• Design, streamline, and enhance working processes for frontline services teams managing machinery and scaffolding parts across rental cycles.
• Standardize service-related processes and implement routine follow-ups to correct deviations and ensure quality.
• Develop and improve incentive and penalty schemes for services teams, conducting regular performance evaluations.
• Monitor and control costs related to all service operations, particularly at mining sites and service locations.
• Guide, coach, and motivate services teams to align with organizational goals and maintain high operational standards.
• Address safety issues promptly and rectify unsafe or incorrect behaviors affecting the business.
• Create and execute annual training plans to enhance technical and operational expertise of services teams.
• Conduct site visits to understand customer needs and address on-site repair issues.
• Ensure compliance with government and company safety regulations at all operational levels.
• Maintain adequate parts availability in warehouses to meet business needs.
• Provide network development plans for service points to support business and parts supply requirements.

We are looking for an organized and proactive Operations Management Coordinator to manage daily office operations, support the COO, and coordinate cross-department tasks.

1. Manage the COO's calendar, meetings, travel, and records.
2. Prepare and distribute reports, presentations, and documents with departments.
3. Organize and maintain files for correspondence, project documents, and financials.
4. Act as the primary point of contact for external stakeholders (consultants, contractors, vendors, authorities).
5. Track and organize project documents (tenders, contracts, schedules, etc.) to ensure they are up-to-date and accessible.
6. Handle confidential information with discretion.

1. 3+ years of experience in Document Control, Executive Assistant, or Coordinator roles in construction.
2. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and construction management software.
3. Strong organizational, time-management, and communication skills.
4. Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work independently.