General Manager – Operations

Laurenjose; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a General Manager - Operations to lead their expanding helium and medical gases business. This role is pivotal in ensuring safety compliance, managing operational budgets, and driving continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in high-volume operations, particularly in the MRI and breathing gas markets. Join a dynamic team and contribute to strategic projects that enhance operational efficiency and productivity. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of operations in a growing company dedicated to excellence.

Qualifications

• 10+ years managing helium operations in a senior management role.
• Strong knowledge of safety compliance and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Achieve high safety standards and ensure technical compliance.
• Manage operational budgets and lead the operational team.

Skills

Operational Management

Safety Compliance

Budget Management

Project Management

Team Leadership

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.