Resource Planner - Housekeeping (MICE Operations)

Transguard Workforce Solutions; Dubai; On-site; AED 167,000 - 246,000; Full time

Job summary

Transguard Workforce Solutions in Dubai, UAE, seeks a Resource Planner - Housekeeping to forecast, plan and coordinate housekeeping manpower for events in a MICE setting. You will work with Operations, Housekeeping, Scheduling teams and manpower suppliers to create staffing plans based on event needs, venue allocations and historical data.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business/Operations/Hospitality, has at least two years in workforce or resource planning, and is proficient

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Hospitality Management, or related field.
• Min 2 years of experience in workforce planning, resource planning, operations coordination, or manpower forecasting.
• Exposure to budgeting, forecasting processes, ERP systems, or workforce management tools is advantageous.
• Experience within hospitality, facilities management, venue operations, events, exhibitions, or MICE environments is preferred.
• Strong analytical, numerical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and manpower planning/tracking tools.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to analyze data, challenge assumptions, and propose effective planning solutions.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Forecast manpower requirements for events and create staffing plans.
• Collaborate with Housekeeping, Operations, Scheduling teams and suppliers to deploy staff.
• Develop and monitor budgets, forecast utilization, and identify variances.
• Prepare reports on manpower deployment and post-event analyses.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Operations/Hospitality

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Transguard Workforce Solutions is the UAE’s leading provider of unique and innovative HR solutions. With a decade of experience in the region and a team that possesses extensive knowledge of the market, we provide a fully integrated HR solution.

We are currently recruiting a Resource Planner - Housekeeping for our client based in Dubai, UAE.

Job Purpose:

Responsible for forecasting, planning, and coordinating housekeeping manpower requirements for events within a MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences & Exhibitions) environment. The role ensures optimal staffing levels, efficient resource utilization, service quality, and budget compliance by working closely with Operations, Housekeeping, Scheduling teams, and manpower suppliers to develop accurate staffing plans based on event needs, venue allocations, and historical data.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Manpower Forecasting & Resource Planning

• Develop event-specific housekeeping manpower forecasts based on event type, venue size, cleaning scope, and service duration.
• Analyze historical manpower utilization data and previous event trends to improve forecasting accuracy.
• Review annual event calendars and confirmed bookings to establish workforce requirements.
• Adjust staffing plans to accommodate event changes, cancellations, or last‑minute operational requirements.

2. Operational Coordination

• Collaborate with Housekeeping Management and Operations teams to understand manpower requirements and deployment expectations.
• Communicate approved manpower plans to internal stakeholders and external manpower providers in a timely manner.
• Coordinate with scheduling teams to ensure workforce deployment aligns with operational demands.
• Support efficient allocation and utilization of housekeeping resources across multiple venues and events.

3. Budget Planning & Cost Control

• Develop manpower plans in line with approved operational budgets.
• Monitor forecasted versus actual manpower utilization and identify variances.
• Escalate resource‑related risks that may impact budget performance or service delivery.
• Support cost optimization initiatives and monitor workforce efficiency on an event‑by‑event basis.

4. Reporting & Analysis

• Maintain accurate records of planned and actual manpower deployment for all events.
• Prepare manpower utilization reports and post‑event analyses.
• Identify trends, gaps, and opportunities to improve forecasting accuracy and workforce productivity.
• Provide data‑driven recommendations to support operational planning and decision-making.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Hospitality Management, or a related field.
• Min 2 years of Experience in workforce planning, resource planning, operations coordination, or manpower forecasting is preferred.
• Exposure to budgeting, forecasting processes, ERP systems, or workforce management tools is advantageous.
• Experience within hospitality, facilities management, venue operations, events, exhibitions, or MICE environments is preferred.
• Strong analytical, numerical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and manpower planning/tracking tools.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to analyze data, challenge assumptions, and propose effective planning solutions.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.