General Manager – Operations

Laurenjose; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a General Manager - Operations to lead their expanding team in Dubai. This pivotal role involves ensuring safety, compliance, and operational excellence in helium and medical gas production. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing high-volume operations, particularly in the MRI and breathing gas markets. You will be responsible for budget management, KPI development, and leading a dedicated team to drive efficiency and productivity. If you're an experienced leader ready to make a significant impact in a growing company, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years managing high volume helium operations.
• Experience in senior management roles in diverse environments.

Responsibilities

• Achieve safety in every activity and ensure technical compliance.
• Manage operational budgets and support continuous improvement.
• Lead the operational team and manage key projects.

Skills

Operational Management

Safety Compliance

Budget Management

Project Management

KPI Development

Education

Engineering Degree (Mechanical, Chemical)

Management Degree

Project Management Qualification

Job description

Our client is an oil and gas company providing helium and medical gases to businesses. The company is located in Jebel Ali FZE and is expanding operations; therefore, they are currently looking to hire a General Manager - Operations.

Responsibilities :

• Achieve the highest level of safety in every activity.
• Ensure technical compliance for products, assets, and operations.
• Provide expert operational support to group business development.
• Prepare and manage operational budgets including Capex & Opex.
• Support continuous improvement, efficiency, and productivity.
• Develop and manage operational KPI’s, reporting performance at regular intervals to inform the leadership team.
• Lead the operational team, showing vision & direction to promote development.
• Manage key projects, including geographical and product line expansion.
• Take an active and collaborative role in any senior team action.

Requirements :

• Engineering Degree (Mechanical, Chemical) is essential.
• Management Degree would be desirable.
• Project Management qualification would be desirable.
• Minimum 10 years managing high volume, helium operations, preferably towards the MRI and breathing gas markets.
• Minimum 10 years in a senior management role, with experience of managing the full operational cycle in a diverse international environment.

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