Neil Murphy
Dubai,Dubai
Summary
Accomplished Managing Partner driven to optimize processes and improve team productivity. Successful background of achievement in the Scuba Diving Industry over a twenty year career.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Managing Partner
Neptune Dive Centre
01.2025 - 01.2026
- Responsible for the establishment, administration and strategic development of a new dive centre, overseeing day-to-day operations including financial management, accounting systems, staffing, equipment procurement, safety procedures and business planning. Developed and expanded company services including dive travel and liveaboard expeditions, managing bookings, logistics, marketing and customer relations while implementing sustainable operational practices.
General Manager
Freestyle Dive Centre LLC
01.2021 - 01.2025
- Workshop management including inspection, servicing and repair of both rental and client dive equipment, ensuring high standards of safety, reliability and regulatory compliance. Played a key role in stabilising and restructuring the business, guiding the company over a 15-month period from financial difficulty to a profitable going concern through improved operational efficiency and cost control. Responsible for oversight of day-to-day operations, staff coordination and budget management to ensure smooth and sustainable business performance.
Director of Training
Freestyle Dive Centre LLC
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Operational oversight of the Oman operation in Khasab, managing day-to-day activities, staff coordination, and customer experiences to ensure smooth and efficient operations. Coordinated recreational dive training programs in the UAE, including scheduling, instructor support, and quality assurance of courses. Authored the company’s first comprehensive operations manual, establishing standardised procedures across sites, and introduced new risk management protocols to enhance safety, compliance, and operational consistency throughout the organisation.
Destination Manager
World Wide Dive & Sail
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Managed operations for the Philippine Siren, a luxury Indonesian ironwood Phinisi yacht, overseeing bookings, logistics, staff rotation, payroll, and guest orientation. Supervised staff training, financial oversight, and dry-dock maintenance to ensure smooth operations and high service standards.
General Manager
Sheesa Beach Dhow Cruises
01.2010 - 01.2018
- Responsible for the set up, operation and administration of the dive centre. Sourcing equipment, implementing risk management protocols, setting itineraries and hiring of additional staff. Responsible for entire operation of fleet. Training of staff, setting emergency action plans, supply chain management, financial oversight and marketing.
Education
High School Diploma -
Northlands Boys High
01-1987
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Dive Industry Career Development
01-2019
Skills
- Dive & Live aboard Ops
- Staff Leadership & Training
- Safety & Risk Management
- Trip Planning & Logistics
- Budgeting & Finance
- Business Development
- Customer Relations
- Eco Practices
- Equipment Maintenance
- Marketing & Promotions
Languages
English Fluent
Afrikaans Fluent
Dutch Passive Comprehension
Arabic Beginner
Timeline
Managing Partner
Neptune Dive Centre
01.2025 - 01.2026
General Manager
Freestyle Dive Centre LLC
01.2021 - 01.2025
Director of Training
Freestyle Dive Centre LLC
01.2020 - 01.2021
Destination Manager
World Wide Dive & Sail
01.2018 - 01.2019
General Manager
Sheesa Beach Dhow Cruises
01.2010 - 01.2018
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Dive Industry Career Development
High School Diploma -
Northlands Boys High