Camp Assistant

Combuzz; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Combuzz in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced Camp Coordinator to manage day-to-day camp operations, accommodation, welfare and mobilization for offshore personnel. You will work closely with HR, Administration, Transport, Operations, catering and facilities to ensure smooth and timely workforce deployment.

The role requires 5–7 years in camp administration, knowledge of UAE labour and HSE standards, and fluency in Arabic and English.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, HR, Logistics, Hospitality Management.
• 5–7 years of experience in camp administration and workforce mobilization.
• Experience in Oil & Gas, EPC, marine or offshore industries preferred.
• Experience coordinating catering, housekeeping, and camp services.
• Knowledge of UAE labour accommodation and HSE requirements.
• Proficient in MS Excel and mobilization tracking systems.
• Fluent in Arabic and English preferred; Hindi/Urdu/Tagalog an advantage.
• Willingness to work weekends and outside normal hours when required.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily camp operations including accommodation, housekeeping, catering, utilities, hygiene, and welfare.
• Maintain accurate camp occupancy records and coordinate room allocation.
• Coordinate accommodation arrangements for new and existing employees.
• Manage incoming and outgoing staff mobilization and demobilization activities.
• Coordinate transportation for offshore and field personnel with Transport/Admin teams.
• Support pre-mobilization requirements, including medicals, documentation, PPE, travel arrangements, and fitness certifications.
• Track onboarding and mobilization checklists and follow up on pending requirements.
• Coordinate with catering and facility management contractors to ensure service quality and compliance with agreed standards.
• Supervise food service activities and ensure proper food safety, hygiene, quality, and presentation.
• Coordinate daily menus and catering requirements based on workforce numbers.
• Address employee accommodation, catering, welfare, and camp-related concerns and resolve issues with relevant vendors.
• Ensure compliance with company camp policies, HSE requirements, UAE labour accommodation standards, and applicable regulations.
• Support camp audits, inspections, and compliance reviews.
• Maintain effective communication with HR, Administration, Project, Transport, HSE, Security, and offshore teams.
• Handle employee grievances and escalated disciplinary or serious welfare matters to HR when required.
• Manage last-minute mobilization and demobilization requirements effectively.

Skills

Camp coordination

Logistics management

Workforce mobilization

Offshore operations

MS Excel

HSE compliance

Arabic & English

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration / HR / Logistics / Hospitality Management

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Camp Coordinator / Camp Administrator to manage day-to-day camp operations and coordinate the accommodation, welfare, logistics, and mobilization requirements of offshore and field personnel.

The role will act as a key point of contact for employees staying at the camp and will coordinate closely with HR, Administration, Transport, Operations, catering, and facility management teams to ensure smooth and timely workforce mobilization.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily camp operations, including accommodation, housekeeping, catering, utilities, hygiene, and general welfare.
• Maintain accurate camp occupancy records and coordinate room allocation.
• Coordinate accommodation arrangements for new and existing employees.
• Manage incoming and outgoing staff mobilization and demobilization activities.
• Coordinate transportation for offshore and field personnel with the Transport/Admin teams.
• Support pre-mobilization requirements, including medicals, documentation, PPE, travel arrangements, and fitness certifications.
• Track onboarding and mobilization checklists and follow up on pending requirements.
• Coordinate with catering and facility management contractors to ensure service quality and compliance with agreed standards.
• Supervise food service activities and ensure proper food safety, hygiene, quality, and presentation.
• Coordinate daily menus and catering requirements based on workforce numbers.
• Address employee accommodation, catering, welfare, and camp-related concerns and resolve issues with relevant vendors.
• Ensure compliance with company camp policies, HSE requirements, UAE labour accommodation standards, and applicable regulations.
• Support camp audits, inspections, and compliance reviews.
• Maintain effective communication with HR, Administration, Project, Transport, HSE, Security, and offshore teams.
• Handle employee grievances and escalated disciplinary or serious welfare matters to HR when required.
• Manage last-minute mobilization and demobilization requirements effectively.

Requirements

RequirementsDiploma or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, HR, Logistics, Hospitality Management, or a related field. 5–7 years of relevant experience in camp administration, camp coordination, workforce mobilization, or offshore logistics. Experience in Oil & Gas, EPC, marine, or offshore industries is preferred. Experience handling accommodation and logistics for blue-collar, offshore, or marine personnel. Good knowledge of employee onboarding and offshore mobilization documentation. Experience coordinating catering, housekeeping, facility management, and other camp service providers. Knowledge of UAE labour accommodation and HSE requirements. Good working knowledge of MS Excel and workforce/mobilization tracking systems. Strong coordination, communication, and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple mobilizations and work under pressure. Fluent in Arabic and English is preferred. Knowledge of Hindi, Urdu, or Tagalog would be an advantage. Willingness to work weekends and outside normal working hours when required for mobilization activities.