CEO

Innovation Direct Employment Services; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial services company in Dubai seeks a visionary CEO / Managing Partner to oversee operations and drive strategic growth. The ideal candidate will have executive leadership experience in the oil & gas sector, with a strong focus on sandblasting and corrosion control solutions. Responsibilities include managing large teams, cultivating client relationships, and ensuring operational excellence. Competitive compensation and opportunities for career advancement are offered.

Benefits

Career Advancement

Employee-Centric Culture

Professional Development

Diverse Exposure

Global Presence

Competitive Compensation & Benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience in executive leadership roles within industrial services or oil & gas sectors.
• Deep understanding of sandblasting, protective coatings, and corrosion control solutions.
• Experience managing large technical teams (500+ personnel).

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and overall management of operations.
• Lead and mentor the executive and mid-level management teams.
• Cultivate and manage client relationships in the oil & gas sector.

Skills

Executive leadership

Commercial acumen

Project execution

Team management

Client relationship management

Job description

Overview

The Role Join a leading company in the field of protective painting, sandblasting, and corrosion control with a robust workforce of 800 technicians delivering services on-site and offshore. We are seeking a visionary CEO / Managing Partner to lead and scale operations for our industrial services company specializing in corrosion protection for oil & gas infrastructure. This role will oversee the entire leadership team, drive strategic growth, and ensure excellence in both sales and service execution.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and overall management of operations and commercial functions
• Lead and mentor the executive and mid-level management teams
• Oversee project execution across offshore and onshore operations
• Cultivate and manage client relationships in the oil & gas sector
• Monitor financial performance and drive profitability
• Expand service offerings and market reach
• Ensure adherence to HSE and quality standards across all operations

Requirements

• Proven experience in executive leadership roles within industrial services or oil & gas sectors
• Deep understanding of sandblasting, protective coatings, and corrosion control solutions
• Experience of managing large technical teams (500+ personnel)
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to drive revenue and operational efficiency

Benefits

• GCC experience
• Career Advancement – We prioritize internal talent for growth opportunities.
• Employee-Centric Culture – A supportive environment built on trust and collaboration.
• Professional Development – Access to training, mentorship, and skill-building programs.
• Diverse Exposure – Opportunities to work across teams, functions, and regions.
• Global Presence – Join a company with expanding international operations and strong local impact.
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits – Rewarding you with industry-aligned packages and employee perks.

About the company

The Innovations Group has been operating within the UAE for close to 2 decades and is one of the market leaders in Employee Outsourcing & Recruitment services. We work across myriad industries servicing the private sector, government, banking & financial institutions and other SMEs. As a pioneer in employee outsourcing, we currently have 11,000+ employees outsourced to our clients. We specialize in providing permanent and temporary staffing solutions for diverse nationalities, skill sets & domain expertise.