Operations Associate

StartX Med; Dubai; On-site; AED 235,000 - 261,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness plans

401(k) with Roth options

Parental leave

Unlimited vacation

Lime vehicle access

Phone allowance

Job summary

Lime is seeking an Operations Associate to join the Midwest team in Indianapolis. This on-site role focuses on keeping the shared micromobility fleet running by optimizing warehouse processes and field operations.

You will hire and train mechanics and fleet staff, define KPIs, and collaborate with engineering, product, and government relations to address operational needs and drive revenue growth.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of professional work experience in operations or related field.
• Industrial engineering background is a plus.
• Experience leading teams or groups is highly preferred.
• Fluent in English, written and spoken.
• Proficient with Excel and Google Sheets; Tableau and SQL knowledge is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, and coach mechanics and fleet staff responsible for repairs and deployment.
• Build a safe, compliant warehouse environment supplying fleet for Indianapolis region.
• Define new processes to drive operational excellence in warehouse and field.
• Partner cross-functionally on operations projects to identify expansion opportunities.
• Define and monitor KPIs for profitability, revenue, and performance.
• Provide complaint management and investigate incidents.
• Collaborate with Government Relations on legal, regulatory, and safety issues.
• Maintain relationships with customers, regulators, employees, and Lime management.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Product to drive local revenue growth.

Skills

Operations management

Team leadership

Data-driven decisions

Cost mindset

Industrial engineering

Fluent English

Tools

Excel

Google Sheets

Tableau

SQL

Job description

Location

Indianapolis, IN

Employment Type

Full time

Location Type

On-site

Department

Operations

Compensation

• $64K – $71K
• Offers Equity
• Offers Bonus

Overview

As the largest global shared micromobility business, Lime is on a mission to build a future where transportation is shared, affordable and carbon‑free. A Time Magazine 100 Most Influential Company, Lime has powered more than one billion rides in close to 30 countries across five continents, spurring a new generation of clean alternatives to car ownership. Learn more at li.me.

We are looking for a data‑driven, hands‑on, entrepreneurial minded individual to join our Midwest Operations team. As an Operations Associate, you will enhance our fleet, optimize our teams in the warehouse and in the field, and be the local eyes and ears on the ground to understand the local needs of our riders. You will tackle challenges along our operational journey from the moment a vehicle arrives in our warehouse, until a customer ends their ride. This role is a great opportunity to be at the forefront of shaping the future of mobility in Indianapolis.

This is a warehouse‑based position that requires an onsite presence during assigned business hours.

What You’ll Do

• Hire, train, and provide coaching to all levels of Mechanics and Fleet Support positions responsible for repairing, deploying and retrieving our shared electric vehicle
• Build a safe, compliant and efficient warehouse environment that supplies a fully operational fleet of vehicles for Indianapolis and surrounding regions
• Define new processes and best practices to drive operational excellence within the warehouse and in the field
• Partner cross‑functionally on operations projects that result in identifying expansion opportunities within your regions
• Define and monitor KPIs that measure the profitability, revenue, and operational performance of your markets
• Provide complaint management and customer incidents investigation support
• Partner with the local Government Relations representative to manage key Legal, Regulatory and Safety issues
• Maintain positive relationships between customers, regulators/city officials, employees, and Lime management
• Collaborate with Engineering and Product teams to drive local initiatives for revenue growth

About You

• 1+ years of professional work experience; plus ideally 1+ year of experience within an Operations Management position
• Background in industrial engineering is a plus
• Experience leading teams or groups highly preferred
• Demonstrated expertise with the Indianapolis region and ability to anticipate operational needs and/or challenges within this area
• Growth and continuous improvement mindsets with the ability to work in an ambiguous environments
• Self‑starter and sound decision maker with the ability to make data‑based decisions with a cost focused mindset
• Fluent verbal and written English language skills
• Intermediate+ experience with Excel and Google Sheets required (Tableau & SQL knowledge would be a bonus) with the ability to navigate and draw inference from data
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Valid in‑state driver license and clean driving record

U.S. Based Position - What We Offer

• Comprehensive Health & Wellness: A choice of medical, dental, and vision plans. We also provide company‑paid life and disability insurance and company‑funded mental health benefits.
• Financial & Retirement Planning: 401(k) plan with both pre‑tax and Roth options, and access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) with a monthly company contribution.
• Family & Fertility Support: Paid parental leave for birthing and non‑birthing parents, plus fertility and family‑forming benefits.
• Paid Time Off: Unlimited vacation, paid leaves, and 10 company holidays.
• Unique Lime Perks: Complimentary use of Lime vehicles in participating cities, a monthly phone allowance, dedicated learning and development days, and access to perks including One Medical, Wellhub, and Headspace.

The base salary range listed reflects what Lime reasonably expects to offer for this role, with the final base salary determined by objective factors such as the candidate’s location and relevant skills and experience. Depending on the position, the total compensation package may also include discretionary annual performance bonus opportunities and equity, subject to applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements.

Lime is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe different perspectives help us grow and achieve more. That’s why we’re dedicated to building and developing a team that reflects a wider range of backgrounds, abilities, identities, and experiences. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please email [e-mail] for assistance.