almost 7,000 new jobs TO BE created in the hospitality sector in the UAE FOR 2023
Those with expertise in IT, finance, marketing, and management could soon find new avenues open up in the hospitality and tourism industries.
In addition to increasing operational efficiency and enhancing competitiveness, lateral hiring offers hospitality companies new perspectives, innovative ideas, and valuable skill sets.
Over 758,000 people will be employed in travel and tourism roles by 2023, surpassing the pre-pandemic peak and surpassing the pre-pandemic peak. The leisure and hospitality industries can continue to grow by attracting skilled professionals from other industries.
The opening of new hotels will create more jobs
The hotel and hospitality industries are actively recruiting, including Rotana, Ras Al Khaimah properties, the Burj Khalifa, Hilton, and the Radisson group, as well as travel consultants, agencies, and leisure destinations. There are numerous job postings available with occupancy gains continuing. In Dubai alone, 14,845 rooms will be added in 2023, so staffing demands will only increase.
Also, hotels are looking for workers with high-quality digital skills, which can be found in ex-IT industry workers. The need for these (skills) extends beyond just marketing and communications departments. The Marriott Resort Palm Jumeirah is in high demand for skills in social media management, data analysis, online booking platforms, and digital marketing," said Tarek Saoud, Director of Human Resources at the hotel to one newspaper.
What is the salary situation?
The sector has seen an increase in salaries compared to previous years. In 2019-2020, average wages in the industry were Dh6,900. This year, they are Dh8,500.
Breakdown of salaries for roles in the hospitality industry:
Travel and tourism sales manager: Dh8,500 to Dh 10,000
Ticketing agent: Dh3,000 to Dh4500
Hotel manager: Dh18,700 to Dh20,000
IT manager: Dh17,000 to Dh26,000
Concierge manager:Dh6,000 to Dh7,500
Hotel cleanliness supervisor: Dh5,000 to Dh6,000
Club general manager: Dh12,000 to Dh15,000
Hotel receptionist: Dh 4,000 to Dh5,000
Spa manager: Dh10,000 to Dh15,000
(Approximately)
Source: Bayt.com, Naukri.com