Facilities Manager - School Operations

Facilities Manager - School Operations Job Snapshot Role: Facilities Manager Location: Dubai, UAE Industry: Education Management Function: Facilities Management Experience: Minimum 3 years Job Type: Full Time Work Arrangement: On-site Position Overview Aldar Education is hiring a Facilities Manager - School Operations in Dubai, UAE, for an Education Management role responsible for the effective delivery of facilities, site operations, and general services across the school.

The position ensures buildings, grounds, accommodation, contractors, and essential support services operate safely, efficiently, and to the required standards. The Facilities Manager will lead service teams, coordinate maintenance and external providers, oversee operational expenditure and procurement, maintain regulatory compliance, and support a strong service culture. The role requires close attention to health and safety, contractor performance, staff accommodation, school events, audits, and critical incident response.

Job Details Country: UAE City: Dubai Industry: Education Management Function: Facilities Management Salary: Not disclosed Gender: No Preference Candidate Nationality: Not specified Job Type: Full Time Work Arrangement: On-site Facilities and Site Operations - Coordinate repairs and maintenance across the school site, buildings, and grounds. - Inspect maintenance requirements and arrange external service providers when necessary in accordance with Aldar Education guidance and procurement procedures.

- Verify that maintenance work completed by internal teams or contractors meets the agreed scope and required standards. - Follow up promptly on deficiencies identified after maintenance or repair work. - Maintain high standards of cleanliness, maintenance, security, and site safety. - Ensure daily site checks are completed to identify vandalism, maintenance concerns, cleanliness issues, and other operational requirements.

- Monitor Building Management Systems and associated alerts where installed. - Support effective utilization of buildings, facilities, space, and operational resources. General Services Management Ensure essential services including catering, security, maintenance, cleaning, transport, waste disposal, and recycling are appropriately planned and resourced throughout the year. Act as a key school contact for external service providers and monitor service delivery against contractual obligations and operational expectations.

Ensure school events and activities receive appropriate facilities, logistical, and resource support in a timely manner. Implement relevant operational policies, systems, processes, and student safeguarding measures in coordination with Aldar Education requirements. Facilities Leadership Lead facilities and general services teams to maintain consistent service standards throughout the school. Monitor external support teams to ensure adequate staffing, contractual compliance, service quality, and value for the school.

Develop a service-focused working culture that supports the needs of students, staff, visitors, and the wider school community. Ensure members of the Facilities and General Services team participate in appropriate professional development, appraisal, training, and individual development planning. Staff Accommodation Support the management of staff accommodation requirements and ensure housing arrangements align with school expectations, Aldar Education housing policies, and applicable allowances.

Work with the Operations and Support Manager and Group Housing Manager where required to procure and maintain accommodation to established standards. Finance, Commercial and Procurement - Monitor relevant facilities budgets and operational expenditure. - Manage costs while maintaining appropriate building and service standards. - Seek best value when purchasing facilities-related goods and services.

- Follow established purchasing policies and Delegation of Authority procedures. - Support opportunities to share resources, services, transport, support staff, or other operational capabilities across partner schools. - Coordinate contracting and purchasing requirements in accordance with approved budgets, policies, and school development priorities. Compliance and Stakeholder Management Maintain school-level compliance with applicable local government authority requirements and ensure contracts and operational requirements are renewed or addressed within required timelines.

Coordinate completion of actions arising from internal and external audits and ensure outstanding matters are resolved appropriately. Maintain productive relationships with internal stakeholders, contractors, suppliers, service providers, and relevant authorities. Health, Safety and Environment Promote a proactive health and safety culture throughout facilities and general services teams. Ensure school operations comply with applicable health and safety requirements and Aldar Education guidance.

Monitor contractor and supplier health and safety performance and address identified deficiencies. Support environmental objectives and ensure agreed actions are delivered within required timelines. Coordinate timely completion of internal and external health, safety, and environmental audits. Critical Incident Responsibilities Act as the designated school Incident Commander in accordance with Aldar Education Critical Incident Response Protocols.

Remain contactable outside normal school hours and be available to attend the school site when required for critical operational incidents. Qualifications and Experience - Minimum diploma or degree of higher education, or a relevant graduate-level industry qualification for the assigned functional area. - Certificate in Facilities Management, NEBOSH, or IOSH is preferred. - Minimum 3 years of experience in a mid-level position within education or a facilities service-oriented industry.

Professional Knowledge and Skills - Fluent written and spoken English communication skills. - Strong attention to detail and diligent follow-up. - Ability to execute operational requirements within appropriate timelines. - Effective multitasking and ability to perform under pressure. - Strong organizational and forward-planning capability. - Understanding of facilities operations and local government compliance requirements.

- Ability to supervise internal and external service teams consistently. - Commercial awareness and cost-management capability. - Strong interpersonal, networking, and influencing skills. - Cultural sensitivity when working with diverse stakeholders. - Willingness to provide additional time and commitment when operational requirements extend beyond the normal working day. Role Impact The Facilities Manager provides the operational foundation required for a safe, functional, and well-maintained school environment.

Effective facilities leadership directly supports teaching and learning by ensuring essential services, buildings, contractors, resources, and safety systems remain dependable throughout the academic year. About Aldar Education Aldar Education operates schools across the UAE and relies on effective facilities and general services teams to maintain safe, efficient, and professionally managed learning environments.

This position contributes to those standards through disciplined facilities management, contractor oversight, regulatory compliance, cost control, and responsive operational support.