Sports Operations Manager - Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Black Pearl Consult

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    Description
    Our client, one of the world's leading sports resorts, is looking for a Sports Operations Manager (Motorsports, Watersports, Recreation) to join their team based in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

    This role is to coordinate the day-to-day operations of the departments, which include: To oversee staff management, operational requirements, fulfilment of all physical and written safety requirements, and making sure of the completion of reports by the respective supervisors/managers for smooth functioning of the departments.

    Duties & Responsibilities

    • Responsible to make sure that Motorsports, Recreation, and Watersports regularly update all Policies and Procedures related to their department.
    • Initial and approve the rosters to make sure the maintenance and operations are adequately covered.
    • Establish a daily safety inspection schedule before the operations and such inspection report should be signed and a consolidated monthly report should be generated for management.
    • To establish and maintain excellent guest relations and complaints handling mechanism
    • Responsible for liaising with governing bodies for relevant sports to ensure compliance for all events and circuits
    • Responsible for proactively seeking ways to build and promote facilities as a leading local/international destination
    • Oversee and manage the performance of team members through performance monitoring, appraisals, coaching, counselling, discipline, and training.
    • Actively involved in establishing regular departmental training schedules and coordinating with the HR Training Officer in finding out the effectiveness of training.
    • Responsible to motivate the department and team, to achieve the budgeted training hours per employee/per month.
    • Responsible for organizing and managing the functioning of the department during the special events and to liaisons with the support departments for effectiveness and efficiency.
    • Oversee and maintain set standards to ensure compliance with company insurance policies.

    Requirements

    Requirements and skills:

    • Masters or Bachelor's degree in Physical Education, Fitness or Recreation, any suitable field in Hospitality, Sports, or Business Administration
    • Minimum 10 to 15 years' experience in a similar role, managerial role is preferred Extensive experience in Motorsports, Watersports, Recreation, Karting, Padel, Tennis, Parks, Gym, etc.
    • Experience in an integrated Private or Semi-Private Resort and Country Club or Sports Club with both Membership and Public access in a senior leadership role
    • Strong leadership qualities and be able to motivate and inspire their team.
    • Exceptional organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills
    • Thorough and pay attention to details

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