The Diving Manager is responsible for the overall management safety and performance of JABAs diving operations. This role ensures compliance with international diving standards and local regulations while delivering high-quality diving experiences. The Diving Manager oversees operational planning team leadership equipment readiness client satisfaction and commercial performance supporting JABAs positioning as a premium diving and marine services provider.
Key Responsibility
Diving Operations Management:
- Plan organize and oversee all diving operations including recreational training and commercial diving activities.
- Ensure all dives are conducted safely efficiently and in accordance with approved dive plans.
- Manage daily operational schedules dive rosters and site logistics.
- Coordinate boat operations dive sites and weather-related planning.
Health Safety & Compliance:
- Ensure full compliance with international diving standards (PADI SSI CMAS IMCA as applicable) and Saudi regulations.
- Develop implement and enforce diving safety procedures risk assessments and emergency response plans.
- Conduct regular safety briefings drills and incident investigations.
- Maintain all operational documentation permits and certifications.
Team Leadership & Training:
- Lead supervise and mentor dive instructors dive masters and support staff.
- Ensure all diving personnel hold valid certifications medical clearances and required licenses.
- Identify training needs and arrange internal or external training programs.
- Foster a strong safety culture and high-performance team environment.
Equipment & Asset Management:
- Oversee inspection maintenance and servicing of all diving equipment compressors boats and related assets.
- Ensure equipment logs service records and inventory are accurately maintained.
- Coordinate procurement and replacement of diving gear and safety equipment.
Client Experience & Service Quality:
- Ensure exceptional customer experience for all diving clients and partners.
- Handle client briefings special requirements and feedback professionally.
- Resolve operational issues or client complaints promptly and effectively.
Operational Planning & Budget Control:
- Prepare operational budgets for diving activities equipment and manpower.
- Monitor costs optimize resource utilization and control operational expenses.
- Support pricing strategies and operational feasibility for new diving programs or projects.
Stakeholder & Partner Coordination:
- Coordinate with marine authorities coast guards project partners and certification bodies.
- Liaise with hotels resorts tour operators and project stakeholders as required.
- Represent JABA in inspections audits and industry engagements.
Reporting & Continuous Improvement:
- Prepare operational safety and performance reports for management.
- Track KPIs related to safety utilization customer satisfaction and revenue.
- Identify opportunities for operational improvement and service enhancement.
Requirements
Qualifications and Experience:
Bachelors degree in Marine Studies Sports Management or related field (preferred).
Minimum 58 years of professional diving experience with at least 23 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
Certified Dive Instructor (PADI/SSI/CMAS or equivalent).
Valid First Aid CPR Oxygen Provider and Emergency Response certifications.
Commercial diving or IMCA certification is an advantage (if applicable to operations).
Job Specific Skills:
Strong knowledge of diving operations safety standards and marine regulations.
Experience in team leadership scheduling and operational planning.
Budgeting and cost control experience.
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Competencies:
Strong leadership and safety-driven mindset.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work under pressure and in high-risk environments.
High level of professionalism and customer focus.
Organizational and operational discipline.