Director of Housekeeping
Perform any combination of light cleaning duties to maintain private households or commercial establishments, such as hotels and hospitals, in a clean and orderly manner. In the GCC market, this role is actively hired across saudi, uae with 4 recent postings.
A Director of Housekeeping in the GCC region requires excel, compliance, lean, customer service, communication. Perform any combination of light cleaning duties to maintain private households or commercial establishments, such as hotels and hospitals, in a clean and orderly manner. This role is in demand across the Gulf Cooperation Council countries.
Salary across the GCC
Monthly gross median in local currency, by country × seniority.
| Country | Junior | Mid-Level | Senior | Lead / Principal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | 12,500 AED | 21,500 AED | 33,000 AED | 46,000 AED |
| Saudi Arabia | 12,000 SAR | 20,500 SAR | 31,500 SAR | 44,000 SAR |
| Qatar | 13,000 QAR | 22,500 QAR | 35,000 QAR | 48,000 QAR |
| Kuwait | 1,000 KWD | 1,750 KWD | 2,700 KWD | 3,750 KWD |
| Oman | 1,150 OMR | 1,950 OMR | 3,000 OMR | 4,200 OMR |
| Bahrain | 1,050 BHD | 1,850 BHD | 2,850 BHD | 4,000 BHD |
How Director of Housekeeping pay varies in the UAE
UAE · mid-level · monthly gross in AED
Based on 500 data points · updated June 15, 2026 · How we estimate
By company size
Median compensation varies with headcount.
Top-paying industries
Median for this role, ranked by sector.
Estimates modelled from GCC pay surveys and live posting volume — a directional guide, not a live salary feed.
Top hiring companies
- Red Sea Global Hospitality
- JW Marriott
- Le Meridien
- The Ritz-Carlton
Active markets
- saudi
- uae
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Keep storage areas and carts well-stocked, clean, and tidy.
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Carry linens, towels, toilet items, and cleaning supplies, using wheeled carts.
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Clean rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, locker rooms, and other work areas so that health standards are met.
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Empty wastebaskets, empty and clean ashtrays, and transport other trash and waste to disposal areas.
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Sweep, scrub, wax, or polish floors, using brooms, mops, or powered scrubbing and waxing machines.
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Replenish supplies, such as drinking glasses, linens, writing supplies, and bathroom items.
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Clean rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and draperies, using vacuum cleaners and shampooers.
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