Operations Manager📣 Job Ad

Join Our Team as a Quality and Operations Manager!
At First Stem Cell and Genomics Laboratory, we are dedicated to advancing healthcare through innovative stem cell and genomic research. We are currently seeking a Quality and Operations Manager for our Jeddah facility.

Role Description:
This full-time, on-site role involves overseeing daily operations while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. You will manage quality control, conduct audits, implement quality assurance practices, and maintain quality management systems. Collaboration with various departments to streamline operations and drive continuous improvement will be key to your success.

Qualifications:

• Proficiency in Operations Management
• Experience in Quality Control, Quality Auditing, and Quality Assurance
• Strong Quality Management skills
• Excellent organizational and leadership abilities
• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, or related field
• Experience in the healthcare or biotechnology industry is a plus

Embrace the opportunity to make a significant impact on healthcare quality at our esteemed laboratory.

Company Description
The Saudi Climbing and Hiking Federation (SCHF) is the national governing body for climbing and hiking in Saudi Arabia. Founded in February 2018 under the Saudi Arabian Olympic and Paralympic Committee and Ministry of Sports, the Federation is dedicated to promoting and developing the sport in the region.

Role Description
The Events Operations Manager oversees the planning, execution, and optimization of all climbing operations under the Federation. This includes event management, training facility operations, athlete development programs operations, and international competition logistics. The role plays a vital part in ensuring operational excellence across both event and training domains — driving innovation, efficiency, and performance to position Saudi Arabia as a regional and global leader in climbing.

Responsibilities

• Event Operations
  • Develop innovative concepts and strategies for climbing events that captivate participants and audiences.
  • Plan, manage, and execute event timelines, budgets, and logistics for competitions, festivals, and initiatives.
  • Oversee risk management, safety compliance, and contingency planning for all events.
  • Lead and coordinate staff and volunteers for seamless event delivery.
  • Collaborate with marketing and sponsorship teams to promote events and secure partnerships.
  • Conduct post-event reviews and prepare reports to assess performance and improve future strategies.
• Training Operations
  • Manage day-to-day operations of the climbing training facility ensuring smooth scheduling and safety.
  • Oversee planning and execution of training sessions and athlete development camps.
  • Coordinate with coaches to ensure training aligns with performance goals.
• International Participation & Camps
  • Plan and manage logistics for national team participation in international competitions.
  • Organize local and international training camps ensuring all operational elements meet standards.
  • Act as a liaison between the Federation and international partners.
• General Operations & Performance
  • Oversee equipment inventory and maintenance.
  • Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for operational success.
  • Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management, Event Management, or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in sports operations or event management.
• Experience managing sport training facilities or athlete programs is an advantage.

Skills

• Fluency in English and Arabic.
• Expertise in event and facility operations.
• Strong project management and logistics planning skills.
• Proficiency in event management software.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Leadership and teamwork orientation.
• Innovative and solutions-driven mindset.
• Adaptability and crisis management capability.

Position: Operations Manager

Department: Operations
Reporting to: Managing Director

This pivotal role involves overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of electromechanical projects across various sites. The Operations Manager ensures operational excellence, optimizes resources, and upholds compliance with safety and quality standards. You will lead cross-functional teams, drive performance, and act as a key interface between project execution, clients, and senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Execution & Delivery: Lead and coordinate MEP projects from mobilization to handover while ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery.
• Operational Planning & Control: Develop execution plans, oversee procurement and logistics while monitoring KPIs on cost and quality.
• Team Leadership & Resource Management: Manage on-site teams, including engineers and subcontractors, promote accountability, and mentor staff for leadership roles.
• Commercial & Contractual Oversight: Support commercial teams in cost control and negotiation processes to safeguard company interests.
• HSE & Compliance: Enforce adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations through audits and compliance checks.
• Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement: Produce reports for senior management and facilitate communication with clients and authorities.

Selection Criteria:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• 12–15 years of MEP contracting experience with 5 years in a senior operations role.
• Proven track record with large-scale electromechanical projects.
• Strong leadership and planning skills.
• Fluent in English and Arabic.
• Familiarity with Saudi regulatory frameworks.

Core Competencies:

• Strategic Planning & Execution
• Team Structuring & Performance Management
• Commercial Awareness & Risk Mitigation
• Contractual Understanding & Negotiation
• Quality Assurance & Technical Oversight
• HSE Leadership & Compliance
• Client Relationship Management
• Delivery Focus – On Time & In Budget