Director of Operations UAE

Director of Operations| UAE

We are partnering with an expanding organisation within the FM & healthcare support services sector to appoint an exceptional Director of Operations.

This is a pivotal executive leadership role for an accomplished operations professional with a proven track record of leading large, complex, multi-site service operations. The successful individual will be responsible for driving operational excellence, commercial performance, client satisfaction and strategic growth across a significant portfolio.

We're looking for a leader who combines strong commercial acumen with a hands-on operational approach and has extensive experience within healthcare catering, facilities management, environmental services, hospitality, or integrated support services.

Key requirements:

  • Significant senior leadership experience managing large-scale, multi-site operations
  • Strong commercial capability, including full P&L accountability and budget management.
  • Experience leading sizeable operational teams through senior management structures.
  • A proven ability to build trusted client partnerships and manage complex stakeholder relationships.
  • Strong knowledge of operational governance, compliance, quality standards and HSE.
  • A collaborative leadership style with a passion for developing people and driving continuous improvement.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a highly respected organisation at a time of continued growth, where you will play a key role in shaping operational strategy, leading high-performing teams and delivering exceptional service across a complex portfolio.

Salary package Offered: AED35k pm all inclusive plus family status and standard benefits

If you're an experienced operations manager seeking your next leadership challenge, please get in touch:

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