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Deputy Operations Manager, Malaysia

Requisition ID:  3681
Department:  Tourism and Hospitality
Work Type:  Hybrid
Location:  Kota Kinabalu
Country: 

Malaysia

Application Close Date:  03rd November 2026

At Intrepid Travel we exist to inspire, create, share and lead the best travel experiences ever – for both people and the planet. We've been creating positive change through the joy of travel since 1989, and we’re proud to be a certified B Corp with 1000s of experiences in over 100 countries.

At Intrepid Travel we exist to inspire, create, share and lead the best travel experiences ever – for both people and the planet. We've been creating positive change through the joy of travel since 1989, and we’re proud to be a certified B Corp with 1000s of experiences in over 100 countries.

We are Intrepid

We are Intrepid

The world needs more Intrepid people: 

The incredible journeys we create across Malaysia are made possible by the passionate people behind the scenes who bring every detail together.

As our Deputy Operations Manager, you'll work with the Operations Manager to deliver exceptional Intrepid trips across Malaysia. From supporting Tour Leaders and managing daily trip operations to resolving on-the-ground challenges and maintaining strong supplier relationships, you'll play a key role in ensuring every journey runs smoothly and meets Intrepid's standards.

You'll be a trusted point of support for our Tour Leaders, helping them succeed through regular communication, coaching and operational guidance. You'll also contribute to trip planning, new product development, and operational improvements, while working closely with teams across the business to create unforgettable experiences for our travellers.

This is a role where you'll make a real impact, shaping both the traveller experience and the future of Intrepid Malaysia!

This is a full-time permanent position, where you will be based in our office in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (hybrid).

Some of the essential experience you’ll bring may include: 

  • Minimum 3-5 years' experience in the travel industry. 
  • Previous experience managing travel operations, trip logistics or tourism-related services. 
  • Confidence managing operational disruptions and resolving issues in a calm, customer-focused manner. 
  • Good people leadership, coaching or training experience. 
  • Experience building and maintaining strong supplier and stakeholder relationships. 
  • Great organisational skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities. 
  • Excellent communication skills in English and local language. 

The world needs more Intrepid people: 

The incredible journeys we create across Malaysia are made possible by the passionate people behind the scenes who bring every detail together.

As our Deputy Operations Manager, you'll work with the Operations Manager to deliver exceptional Intrepid trips across Malaysia. From supporting Tour Leaders and managing daily trip operations to resolving on-the-ground challenges and maintaining strong supplier relationships, you'll play a key role in ensuring every journey runs smoothly and meets Intrepid's standards.

You'll be a trusted point of support for our Tour Leaders, helping them succeed through regular communication, coaching and operational guidance. You'll also contribute to trip planning, new product development, and operational improvements, while working closely with teams across the business to create unforgettable experiences for our travellers.

This is a role where you'll make a real impact, shaping both the traveller experience and the future of Intrepid Malaysia!

This is a full-time permanent position, where you will be based in our office in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (hybrid).

Some of the essential experience you’ll bring may include: 

  • Minimum 3-5 years' experience in the travel industry. 
  • Previous experience managing travel operations, trip logistics or tourism-related services. 
  • Confidence managing operational disruptions and resolving issues in a calm, customer-focused manner. 
  • Good people leadership, coaching or training experience. 
  • Experience building and maintaining strong supplier and stakeholder relationships. 
  • Great organisational skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities. 
  • Excellent communication skills in English and local language. 

Our people reflect the diversity of our customers and the communities we visit: 

Intrepid is made up of 71 nationalities in over 30 countries, and we recognise that diversity makes us a stronger business. We support a culture where people can be themselves and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Including First Nations People, LGBTQI+ people, those living with a disability, or from disadvantaged backgrounds, and all people from different ethnicities, races, and religions.  

Rewarding and developing our people is important to us, some of our work perks include: 

  • Flexible work arrangements, work-from-home and the ability to 'work from anywhere' 4 weeks a year 
  • A free Intrepid trip every year, plus generous discounts for families, and close friends 
  • 5 extra days of leave a year for use on Intrepid trips 
  • A minimum of 10 weeks paid parental leave for all parents, and other additional leave provisions.  
  • Access to e-learning platforms, professional development and mentor programs 
  • 20 hours of volunteer leave every year to use on causes most important to you 
  • Employee Assistance Program, a 24/7 service that offers counselling for you and your family 


We are Real. Together. Ambitious. Impactful. These are our values and to us they're more than just words, they are the pillars of our success and every day it's our people and the work they do that bring them to life.

Our people reflect the diversity of our customers and the communities we visit: 

Intrepid is made up of 71 nationalities in over 30 countries, and we recognise that diversity makes us a stronger business. We support a culture where people can be themselves and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Including First Nations People, LGBTQI+ people, those living with a disability, or from disadvantaged backgrounds, and all people from different ethnicities, races, and religions.  

Rewarding and developing our people is important to us, some of our work perks include: 

  • Flexible work arrangements, work-from-home and the ability to 'work from anywhere' 4 weeks a year 
  • A free Intrepid trip every year, plus generous discounts for families, and close friends 
  • 5 extra days of leave a year for use on Intrepid trips 
  • A minimum of 10 weeks paid parental leave for all parents, and other additional leave provisions.  
  • Access to e-learning platforms, professional development and mentor programs 
  • 20 hours of volunteer leave every year to use on causes most important to you 
  • Employee Assistance Program, a 24/7 service that offers counselling for you and your family 


We are Real. Together. Ambitious. Impactful. These are our values and to us they're more than just words, they are the pillars of our success and every day it's our people and the work they do that bring them to life.

We aim to ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion stay part of our recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustment to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at careersupport@intrepidtravel.com with your name, location, and what you require, we will then be in touch to support your application.

We aim to ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion stay part of our recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustment to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at careersupport@intrepidtravel.com with your name, location, and what you require, we will then be in touch to support your application.

We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may close the role
early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications

We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may close the role
early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications

We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may close the role early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications
Application Close Date:  03rd November 2026

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