Facility Manager

Job Title: Facility Manager

Location

[Dubai / UAE]

Experience

5–8 Years

Employment Type

Full-Time

Industry

Facilities Management / Property Management Job Summary We are looking for an experienced Facility Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations, maintenance, safety, and overall management of our facilities in the UAE. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring smooth facility operations, managing maintenance teams and contractors, controlling costs, and maintaining compliance with UAE health, safety, and regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities Manage daily facility operations and ensure all services are delivered efficiently. Supervise maintenance teams, technicians, housekeeping, security, and external contractors. Plan and monitor preventive and corrective maintenance activities. Oversee MEP, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, civil, and building maintenance works. Manage service providers, suppliers, and annual maintenance contracts (AMC). Ensure compliance with UAE HSE, fire & life safety, municipality, Civil Defense, and other applicable regulations. Conduct regular site inspections and ensure timely resolution of maintenance issues. Prepare and monitor maintenance schedules, reports, and facility documentation. Manage facility budgets, purchase requirements, and operational expenses. Monitor contractor performance and ensure compliance with SLA/KPI requirements. Handle emergency situations, breakdowns, and incident response. Identify opportunities for energy saving, cost reduction, and operational improvement. Maintain records of assets, maintenance activities, inspections, permits, and contracts. Coordinate with clients, tenants, management, and other stakeholders. Ensure the facility is maintained in a clean, safe, secure, and operational condition.

Desired Candidate Profile

Candidate Requirements Bachelor’s Degree/Diploma in Engineering, Facilities Management, Building Services, or a related field. Minimum 5 years of facility management experience, preferably in the UAE/GCC. Strong knowledge of MEP systems, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building maintenance. Experience in managing technicians, contractors, and multiple service providers. Knowledge of AMC, SLA, KPI, preventive maintenance, and CAFM systems. Good understanding of UAE health, safety, fire and regulatory requirements. Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. Good knowledge of MS Office. UAE driving license is an advantage. Employment Type Full-time