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ADAtlantis Dubai
Atlantis DubaiLuxury Hospitality

Director, Veterinary Service

Location

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Work type

Onsite

Employment

Full Time

Experience

10+ years

Compensation

Compensation not disclosed

Posted

1d ago

Summary and responsibilities

Role overview

Summary

As Director of Veterinary Services, you will lead the veterinary and laboratory function for marine animals at Atlantis Dubai. This role involves overseeing preventative healthcare, diagnostics, treatment, and regulatory compliance, while also driving continuous improvement in animal welfare standards and program development.

About the Job

As Director of Veterinary Services, you will lead the veterinary and laboratory function within a world-class marine animal operation. Reporting to the Executive Director of Marine Animal Operations, you will be responsible for the overall health, welfare, and medical management of a diverse collection of marine mammals and aquatic species.

This role combines hands-on clinical expertise with strategic leadership. You will oversee preventative healthcare, diagnostics, treatment, quarantine protocols, and regulatory compliance, while driving continuous improvement in animal welfare standards. You will work cross-functionally with animal care, life support, and operations teams to ensure best-in-class outcomes aligned with global zoological and aquarium practices.

The role also includes responsibility for veterinary program development, applied clinical research, scientific publication, and acting as a professional spokesperson when required.


Key Requirements

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from an accredited institution

  • Valid veterinary license and eligibility for registration in the UAE

  • Minimum 10 years’ experience in zoological or aquarium environments, with strong exposure to marine mammal medicine

  • Minimum 5 years in a leadership role managing veterinary or animal health teams

  • Advanced clinical capability across diagnostics, surgery, imaging (ultrasound, radiography, endoscopy), and postmortem analysis

  • Deep expertise in aquatic animal health, husbandry, population management, and welfare for diverse species

  • Strong understanding of water quality analysis and life support systems

  • Proven experience establishing quarantine, biosecurity, and disease prevention protocols

  • Demonstrated involvement in clinical or conservation research, including publications or conference presentations

  • Strong financial acumen, including budget management and operational planning

  • Experience working within regulatory frameworks and maintaining compliance with international standards


What We Need From You

  • A strategic leader who can develop and implement a comprehensive veterinary medical program

  • Ability to lead, mentor, and develop high-performing veterinary and laboratory teams

  • Strong collaboration skills, with the ability to influence across multiple departments

  • A data-driven and analytical mindset, with the ability to translate scientific findings into operational improvements

  • Excellent communication skills, including the ability to present complex medical information clearly

  • A proactive approach to innovation, research, and continuous improvement in animal care and welfare

  • High levels of professionalism, integrity, and accountability

  • Flexibility to work irregular hours and travel when required

Updated 1d ago

Candidate fit

Skills and qualifications

Additional skills

Veterinary Medicine • 1+ yrs
Marine Mammal Medicine • 1+ yrs
Diagnostics • 1+ yrs
Surgery • 1+ yrs
Imaging • 1+ yrs
Quarantine Protocols • 1+ yrs
Budget Management • 1+ yrs
Strategic Leadership • 1+ yrs

Experience

10+ years

Certifications

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) • Required
Valid veterinary license and eligibility for registration in the UAE • Required

How this role is positioned

Role classification

Job domains

Operations

Industries

Wildlife & Conservation

Employment

Full Time

Contract duration

Permanent

Hiring type

Direct

Global hiring

Location specific

Offer details

Compensation and benefits

Compensation

Compensation not disclosed

VisibilityShared on listing
CurrencyUSD
PeriodYearly

Benefits and perks

Health Insurance

Location, schedule, and role shape

Work setup

Work conditions

Primary locationDubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Work typeOnsite
Global hiringNo

Bandwidth profile

peopleHigh9/10
physicalMedium5/10
cognitiveHigh9/10
executionHigh8/10
creativityMedium7/10
uncertaintyMedium6/10
communicationHigh8/10

Context on the employer

Company snapshot

Company

Atlantis Dubai

Team size

Growing team

Location

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Atlantis Dubai is part of Kerzner International, and home to two extraordinary resorts: the world-renowned Atlantis, The Palm and the ultra-luxury Atlantis The Royal. Together, they represent world-class service, bold innovation, and unforgettable experiences brought to life. With over 6,000 colleagues from 129 nationalities, Atlantis Dubai operates as one team, with many departments and back-of-house functions seamlessly supporting both resorts. Across every role and department, our shared purpose is the same: to create amazing experiences and everlasting memories - not only for our guests, but for our colleagues too.

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Director, Veterinary Service

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab EmiratesFull Time