Assistant Manager - Sports and Leisure - Jumeirah Al Naseem

About Jumeirah & the Hotel:

Jumeirah, a global leader in luxury hospitality and a member of Dubai Holding, operates an exceptional portfolio of 31 properties, including 33 signature F&B restaurants, across the Middle East, Europe, Asia and Africa. In 1999, Jumeirah changed the face of luxury hospitality with the opening of the iconic Jumeirah Burj Al Arab and the brand is now renowned worldwide for its distinguished beachfront resorts, esteemed city hotels and luxury residences. From the contemporary Maldivian island paradise at Jumeirah Olhahali Island to the art-inspired Jumeirah Capri Palace in Italy and the modern twist on a British classic at Jumeirah Carlton Tower in London, the brand has become synonymous with warm and generous service and the ability to craft distinctive and purposeful experiences that bring joy to guests from across the world.

Madinat Jumeirah, Jumeirah’s mega-resort is home to four ultra-luxurious hotels – Jumeirah Al Naseem, Jumeirah Al Qasr, Jumeirah Mina Al Salam and Jumeirah Dar Al Masyaf – all nestled within 3km of picturesque waterways connected by traditional abras. The megaresort boasts 2km of pristine beach, the award-winning Talise Spa and state-of-the-art fitness and leisure facilities, as well as exclusive accommodations ranging from penthouses and suites to private summerhouse experiences with unrivalled benefits including a leading conference and banqueting centre. Madinat Jumeirah is also home to over 50 world-class restaurants and bars, as well as a traditional souk featuring Arabian shopping stands, barrows and stalls with a blend of boutique brands, souvenir gift shops, and luxury fashion and jewellery outlets.

About the Job:

An opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Manager to join the Sports and Leisure team in Jumeirah Al Naseem. The main duties and responsibilities of this role:

• Manage and supervise the Sports & Leisure team, ensuring smooth daily operations, proper lifeguard coverage, and efficient scheduling, including breaks and rotations.
• Conduct guest satisfaction checks, handle complaints, and ensure high service standards across beach and pool areas.
• Maintain training records, ensure all team members complete monthly training, and conduct audits per safety guidelines.
• Enforce health and safety policies, respond to emergencies, oversee proper use of equipment, and ensure all staff understand emergency procedures.
• Ensure all areas are clean, safe, and ready for guests; report damaged or unsafe equipment and maintain operational readiness.
• Complete and submit reports, checklists, and safety inspections accurately and on time; maintain organized files and documentation.

About You:

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:

• Minimum 1 year in a leadership role within lifeguard operations and recreation.
• Experience working with multi-cultural teams.
• Proficient in MS Office and skilled in special facilities lifeguarding.
• Excellent English communication skills; additional languages are a plus.

About the Benefits:

We offer an attractive tax-free salary, paid in Dirhams (AED), the local currency of the UAE. In addition, we offer generous F&B benefits, reduced hotel rates across our properties globally, excellent leave and health care package, life insurance, functional incentives and other employee benefits making the role attractive to high performers and any applicant looking for a career with one of the most luxurious brands in the hospitality industry.