Operations Director

Carter Knight FZ LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading EV infrastructure company in Dubai is seeking an Operations Director to lead the scaling of operational and technical activities across its EV charging network. The successful candidate will oversee the installation and management of charge points in the UAE while working closely with senior leadership to support strategic growth. This high-level position requires significant experience in operations management, network planning, and deploying EV infrastructure, contributing to a sustainable energy transition.

Qualifications

• Proven experience within the EV charging or charge point infrastructure sector.
• Strong background in network planning, infrastructure rollout, and deployment.
• Extensive experience in operations and technical operations, including installation management.

Responsibilities

• Lead all operational and technical functions across the EV charging network.
• Oversee the end-to-end installation and deployment of EV charging infrastructure.
• Manage and maintain a growing portfolio of charge points across the UAE.

Skills

Experience in EV charging sector

Network planning

Infrastructure rollout

Operations management

Technical operations

Cross-functional leadership

Job description

We are supporting a fast-growing venture in Dubai in the appointment of an Operations Director to lead and scale all operational and technical activities across its EV charging network.

This is a senior leadership role with full responsibility for building and optimising operations, overseeing infrastructure deployment, and ensuring the effective performance of a rapidly expanding network of EV charge points across the UAE. The role will work closely with senior leadership to support strategic growth and operational excellence within a high-growth, future-focused sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all operational and technical functions across the EV charging network
• Oversee the end-to-end installation and deployment of EV charging infrastructure
• Manage, monitor, and maintain a growing portfolio of charge points across the UAE
• Provide operational insight and support strategic decision-making at senior leadership level
• Contribute to the development of network expansion strategy and infrastructure planning
• Oversee charge point management systems (CPMS) and associated backend operations
• Establish and track operational KPIs, ensuring delivery against performance targets and service standards
• Drive continuous improvement across operational processes, systems, and service delivery

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience within the EV charging or charge point infrastructure sector
• Strong background in network planning, infrastructure rollout, and deployment
• Extensive experience in operations and technical operations, including installation management
• Experience leading large, cross-functional teams in complex environments
• Strong understanding of backend systems, CPMS platforms, and operational processes
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with a hands‑on leadership approach

This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in building and scaling EV infrastructure within the UAE, contributing to the region’s broader sustainability and energy transition goals.

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please submit your CV directly.