Assistant Manager- Marine and Environmental- Jumeirah at Saadiyat Island Resort

Jumeirah Saadiyat Island [JSI]; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury beachfront resort is seeking an Assistant Manager - Marine & Environmental to oversee sustainability initiatives. The role includes supporting turtle rehabilitation, conducting audits, and collaborating with local agencies. A degree in Marine Biology or Sustainability is required along with experience in conservation. Benefits include a tax-free salary in Dirhams, generous employee perks, and the opportunity to work in a world-class environment.

Benefits

Attractive tax-free salary

Generous F&B benefits

Accommodation

Health care package

Life insurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Sustainability, Conservation & Wildlife.
• Ability to run Eco activities in a friendly and professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Support turtle rehabilitation and lead sustainability initiatives.
• Conduct regular sustainability audits and provide feedback.
• Collaborate with local environmental agencies.

Skills

Marine Biology knowledge

Sustainability practices

Guest orientation

Education

Degree in Marine Biology or Sustainability

Job description

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications

• A degree in Marine Biology or sustainability
• Previous work experience in Sustainability, Conservation & Wildlife.
• Guest Oriented is an essential part of this role, together with running the Eco activities in a friendly and professional manner.

We offer an attractive tax-free salary, paid in Dirhams (AED), the local currency of the UAE. In addition, we offer generous F&B benefits, reduced hotel rates across our properties globally, excellent leave and health care package, flights home, accommodation, life insurance, functional incentives and other employee benefits making the role attractive to high performers and any applicant looking for a career with one of the most luxurious brands in the hospitality industry.

At Jumeirah, we are committed to encouraging and developing our colleagues in world class environments. We value diversity and provide equal opportunities, employing over 14,000 colleagues from over 140 different countries including locations in Asia Pacific, CIS, Central Asia, Western and Eastern Europe, South America, Africa and the Middle East.

We want you to do well from the beginning, so we’ll give you every chance to impress during the recruitment process. We promise our colleagues a warm welcome and will help you feel part of our Jumeirah family from day one. You can rely on us to support you as you settle into your journey with us and make Jumeirah ‘Your Place to Shine’.

A landmark property for the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, Jumeirah at Saadiyat Island Resort opened in November of 2018, the resort offers 296 rooms, suites and duplex villas facing the sea, with views from either a private balcony or garden access room, plus an extended patio and outdoor space. This luxury beachfront resort embodies the beauty of the ocean; the stylish contemporary architecture is decorated with marine themed touches that bring the outside world to life. Home to eight dining venues, Jumeirah at Saadiyat Island Resort has plenty of dining options including an all-day dining venue, two signature restaurants, a lobby lounge and bar, a pool and beach bar and a sports lounge. Guests are welcome to explore the 400 meter public beach and three swimming pools.

An opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Manager- Marine & Environmental to join the Sports & Leisure in Jumeirah at Saadiyat Island Resort. The main duties and responsibilities of this role are:

Responsibilities

• Supporting turtle rehabilitation, ethical energy and lead the sustainability, green initiatives & awards winning practices throughout the resort
• Conduct regular sustainability audits and follow up closely with all concerned teams.
• Provide constant feedback and suggestions on the sustainability practices within the resort.
• Work closely with local environmental agencies and local authorities.
• Be active in the community and conduct necessary schools field visits and sustainability sessions.
• Lead turtle patrolling initiatives on the island throughout the nesting season.
• Work closely with Sports & Leisure team to ensure appropriate activities are being carried out.
• Supervise the sports and leisure colleagues in the absence of the sports and leisure manager.