Camp Operations Manager - Construction

Black & Grey HR; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Black & Grey HR, on behalf of a leading UAE contractor, seeks a Camp Operations Manager in Dubai to lead day-to-day labor accommodation operations, ensure compliance with UAE regulations, and uphold high welfare standards for residents of company camps.

The role covers oversight of accommodation, housekeeping, catering, transport, security, and maintenance, with a focus on safety, cost control, and timely reporting to senior management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field; 15+ years in camp, facilities, or hospitality operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all camp operations including accommodation, housekeeping, catering, transport, security, and maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with UAE labor laws, municipality rules, and HSE standards.
• Supervise camp staff and service providers; monitor occupancy and records.
• Coordinate maintenance plans and oversee food service quality and hygiene.
• Prepare reports on operations, occupancy, and compliance; liaise with authorities.

Skills

Leadership

Vendor management

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Hospitality Management, Facilities Management, or related field

Job description

Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 18/06/2026

Black & Grey HR is partnering with a leading contracting company in the UAE to recruit a skilled and experienced Camp Operations Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day management of labor accommodations, ensuring compliance with company policies, UAE regulations, health and safety standards, and maintaining a high standard of welfare for employees residing in company camps.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of camp operations, including accommodation, housekeeping, catering, transportation, security, maintenance, and recreational facilities.
• Ensure labor camps comply with UAE labor laws, municipality regulations, health and safety requirements, and company policies.
• Supervise camp staff, including camp supervisors, housekeeping teams, maintenance personnel, and service providers.
• Monitor camp occupancy, room allocations, employee movements, and accommodation records.
• Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance activities to ensure camp facilities remain in excellent condition.
• Oversee food service operations and ensure hygiene, quality, and nutritional standards are consistently maintained.
• Conduct regular inspections of accommodation facilities, kitchens, dining areas, and common spaces.
• Manage camp budgets, operational expenses, and vendor contracts to ensure cost-effective operations.
• Address employee concerns related to accommodation and welfare in a timely and professional manner.
• Ensure compliance with HSE standards and implement corrective actions where required.
• Coordinate emergency response procedures, incident reporting, and crisis management activities.
• Prepare and submit periodic reports on camp operations, occupancy levels, maintenance activities, and compliance status.
• Liaise with government authorities, contractors, suppliers, and internal departments as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Hospitality Management, Facilities Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in camp management, labor accommodation management, facilities management, or hospitality operations within the construction, contracting, infrastructure, or industrial sectors.
• Strong knowledge of UAE labor accommodation regulations, municipality requirements, and HSE standards.
• Experience managing large-scale labor camps accommodating 1,000+ employees is highly preferred.
• Proven leadership and people management skills.
• Strong vendor management and contract administration experience.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and camp management systems.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.
• UAE experience is mandatory.
• Salary with benefits as per industry standards.
• Opportunity to work with a leading Tier 1 contracting company in the UAE.

Immediately available candidates will be given preference.