Black Pearl Consult

Director of Veterinary Services & Operations (Large Animal)

Black Pearl Consult  •  Dubai, AE (Onsite)  •  5 days ago
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Job Description


The
Director of Veterinary Services & Operations
(Large Animal)

will serve as the executive clinical authority and
operational leader responsible for the end-to-end planning, layout design,
medical equipment specification, setup, and commissioning of a world-class
large animal medical center.


This strategic executive position bridges advanced large animal clinical expertise with comprehensive facility management,
holding full accountability for regulatory compliance, operational framework
design, clinical governance, and team leadership to position the hospital as a
premier regional veterinary destination


Responsibilities:-


Strategic Planning & Project Execution



Lead the entire project
lifecycle of the large animal Hospital from initial design and
layout through to operational launch.



Define the hospital’s core
and specialized service scope, including soft tissue and orthopedic surgery,
internal medicine, advanced digital imaging, sports medicine, rehabilitation,
and emergency services.



Formulate business plans,
feasibility studies, financial forecasts, and operational delivery models.



Collaborate directly with
architects, contractors, and medical consultants to optimize hospital workflow
and structural design in compliance with local veterinary regulations.


Licensing, Regulatory Compliance & Governance



Oversee full compliance
with relevant UAE Ministries, local agriculture/food safety authorities
(ADAFSA), and regulatory bodies.



Manage all inspections,
facility licensing, and approvals required for veterinary clinical practice and
pharmaceutical management.



Establish robust
biosecurity, waste management, radiation safety, and infection control
protocols.


Medical Infrastructure & Equipment Commissioning



Specify, source, and
procure advanced equine medical technology, including digital imaging (X-ray,
MRI, CT), surgical suites, laboratory equipment, ICU, and recovery units.



Evaluate technical vendor
proposals, negotiate terms, and oversee full equipment integration and
calibration.


Operational Setup & Quality Assurance



Develop comprehensive
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) covering admissions, emergency response,
anesthesia, surgical protocols, and medical record keeping.



Build integrated inventory
systems, pharmacy controls, and clinical quality assurance guidelines.


Team Leadership & Talent Development



Recruit, onboard, and
mentor a high-performing clinical and administrative team, including
veterinarians, technicians, nurses, and support staff.



Drive a culture of clinical
excellence, safety, continuous professional development (CPD), and
patient-centric care.


Stakeholder Management & Budget Control



Prepare and manage capital
expenditure (CapEx) and operational expenditure (OpEx) budgets, ensuring fiscal
responsibility and cost efficiency.



Build referral networks and
strategic partnerships with regional equestrian clubs, private stables, horse
owners, breeders, and international veterinary research institutes.


Requirements


·

Doctor of
Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or international equivalent; clinical specialization
in Equine Medicine or Equine Surgery is strongly preferred

.
·

Post-graduate
specialization or board certification (e.g., DACVS, DECVS, DACVIM, or
equivalent) in Equine or Large Animal Surgery/Medicine is strongly preferred.

·

Minimum of 10 to
15 years of progressive experience in equine veterinary practice and clinical
leadership

.
·

Demonstrated
track record of setting up, commissioning, or managing an equine hospital or
major veterinary facility.
Proven
experience in medical equipment procurement, vendor evaluation, and facility
layout design.

·

Deep
understanding of GCC/UAE equine industry dynamics, regulatory frameworks, and
local licensing authorities (ADAFSA/MOEI).

·

Professional
certifications in Project Management (PMP), Healthcare/Hospital Management, or
Clinical Leadership.

·

Advanced
clinical knowledge of equine medicine, diagnostics, and surgical
operations.

·

Exceptional
project execution, budgeting, and technical stakeholder management skills.

·

Strong
leadership capability to build and govern multi-disciplinary clinical
teams.
High professional ethics,
communication skills, and regulatory problem-solving ability.


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About Black Pearl Consult

Struggling to attract qualified candidates, retain top talent, or align your workforce with business goals?

Black Pearl is a recruitment and human resources consultancy that provides tailored talent acquisition, HR advisory, and workforce planning solutions for companies across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and the wider GCC.

We partner with organizations to address key challenges like high turnover, skills gaps, employee engagement, and organizational restructuring. Whether you're looking for executive search services, Emiratization support, onboarding strategies, or outsourced HR solutions—we can help.

Our team brings deep expertise across healthcare recruitment, engineering and construction hiring, tech and digital talent sourcing, and hospitality staffing. We also support clients with employer branding, compensation benchmarking, and HR compliance advisory.

Ready to transform your people strategy? Let’s talk.

📞 +971 58 125 7276

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🌐 www.blackpearlconsult.com

talent acquisition | executive search | workforce planning | HR consultancy UAE | recruitment agency in GCC | Emiratization support | outsourced HR services | employee engagement strategies | compensation benchmarking | onboarding and retention | staffing solutions | healthcare recruitment | engineering hiring | hospitality talent sourcing | tech recruitment | team building

Industry
HR & Recruiting
Company Size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Abu Dhabi, AE
Year Founded
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