GEMS Education
GEMS Education is seeking a competent and experienced candidate for the role of Facility Manager at Founder School Al Mizhar in Dubai. The incumbent will embrace and encourage the ethos and standards of excellence as defined in the GEMS Core Values. In conjunction with School Operations Manager, he / she will develop a system for cleaning, repair and maintenance of school facilities, both during term time and over school holidays for major operations.
Duties as Facility Manager
- Coordinate all building maintenance issues ensuring that safety and security systems are in place and maintained.
- Assess the current condition of electrical, air conditioning, plumbing and other essential facilities and equipment. Ensuring regular maintenance and service schedules are followed.
- Liaise with procurement team to consolidate all annual maintenance contracts and maintain the expected quality from all suppliers.
- Coordinate and supervise, the allocation of work, and formulation of work schedules of ancillary employees and subcontractor personnel to ensure adequate coverage at all times.
- Supervise the day to day operations of the allocated support staff accommodation facility. Ensure that residents’ welfare is maintained at all times.
- Be on call for staff and campus emergencies.
What you’ll do
- Receive all repair and maintenance requests from staff relating to the school building, staff housing and campus facilities in general. Prioritize and coordinate work schedules to a high level of efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Coordinate the school’s transportation requirements to ensure that all students and employees are transported to and from the school in a safe and effective manner.
- Supervise the STS school representative and transport foreman to ensure the provision of a high level of service to parents.
- To support the school admin team in improving the adherence to the GEMS school policies on procurement.
- Advise disposal / condemnation of old / unused assets in a timely manner and in line with the assets disposal policy. Encourage procurement automation system and support to implement the system in GEMS at the earliest possible.
- Assist and co-ordinate through the School Operations Manager to ensure that health, safety and hygiene mechanisms are effective so as to provide a safe environment for students.
- Implement all Emergency programs; conduct inspection and drills, ensure compliance with codes and regulations, and train all employees to ensure a safe environment which protect company assets and personnel.
- Ensure the GEMS policies, procedures, and codes of conduct are followed at all times.
- Initiate effort and energy beyond the typical work day, where the tasks require additional commitment.
- Attend staff meetings and serve on committees.
- Perform other duties as requested by direct & dotted reporting line managers / supervisors.
Education & Experience of Facility Manager
- Bachelor’s degree.
- 5-8 years of relevant experience.
Required Skills
- Fluent English communication skills.
- Attention to detail with diligent follow up, and able to execute in a timely manner.
- Skilled in multi-tasking and handling pressure.
- Capable of influencing people and talented in networking with cultural sensitivity.
Procedure to Apply
If you wish to grow with us, please apply now and become part of the GEMS Education. To apply for job of Facility Manager, please use the Apply Now button. It will redirect you to official registration form. Once you are on registration portal, complete your profile by adding your personal and professional details. You will also need to upload your updated CV & other relevant documents. Finally, follow instructions provided to complete the application process. Good luck!
