AREA MANAGER

Confidential; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A facilities management company in Dubai seeks an experienced professional to oversee soft services operations, including cleaning, security, and reception. The ideal candidate has 5–10 years of experience in facilities management, a Bachelor's degree, and is fluent in Arabic. Responsibilities include managing budgets, leading teams, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of progressive experience in facilities management soft services.

Responsibilities

• Leading and coordinating in-house staff and outsourced teams for service delivery.
• Managing service quality and overseeing day-to-day operations.
• Preparing and managing budgets for soft services operations.
• Overseeing relationships with third-party contractors and vendors.
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Skills

Arabic Speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Oversees services like cleaning, security, landscaping, and reception, ensuring high-quality delivery through vendor management, staff leadership, budget control, and compliance with health and safety standards.

About the Role

Developing and implementing strategies for soft services that align with the facility's overall objectives and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Leading and coordinating both in-house staff and outsourced teams to ensure efficient service delivery, including creating shift rosters and providing guidance.
• Ensuring consistent application of operational standards, managing service quality, and overseeing day-to-day operations of soft services like cleaning, waste management, and front desk services.
• Preparing and managing budgets for soft services operations, ensuring effective allocation of resources and optimal cost-efficiency.
• Oversee relationships with third-party contractors and vendors, ensuring they meet contractual obligations and performance targets.
• Ensure all soft service operations comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations, including proper handling of materials and use of equipment.

Professional Experience

• At least 5–10 years of progressive experience in facilities management soft services required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required

Required Skills

• Arabic Speaking is required