Facilities Manager

EFS Facilities Services Group (EFS); Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company in Dubai is seeking a Senior Facilities Manager to oversee operations across multiple sites. The ideal candidate should have a strong engineering background and experience managing large teams and multinational clients. Responsibilities include leading operations, managing budgets, and ensuring service availability. This role requires excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to optimizing operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of facilities management experience in the UAE.
• Strong technical acumen with ability to troubleshoot on-site.

Responsibilities

• Lead facilities operations across multiple countries and sites.
• Manage large teams and ensure service availability 24/7.
• Oversee maintenance of MEP systems and prepare performance reports.

Skills

Communication

Troubleshooting

Operational Efficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

We are seeking a highly capable and experienced Senior Facilities Manager to oversee operations across multiple sites and countries within the UAE and beyond. The ideal candidate will possess a strong engineering background, exceptional communication skills, and proven experience managing multinational clients and large operational teams under high-pressure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage end-to-end facilities operations across multiple countries and client sites.
• Serve as the primary liaison with multinational clients, balancing diplomacy and assertiveness to meet client and business needs.
• Supervise large teams including technicians and housekeeping staff; ensure proper deployment, shift planning, and adherence to cleaning protocols (e.g., color coding).
• Oversee the maintenance and troubleshooting of MEP systems, including HVAC (Chillers, FAHU/AHU, split units), electrical systems, plumbing, and rotary equipment.
• Analyze equipment failures, conduct root cause analysis (RCA), and present comprehensive technical reports to clients.
• Prepare and deliver detailed dashboards and performance reports regularly.
• Ensure service availability 24/7 for critical operations across all managed sites.
• Collaborate with client points-of-contact across different operational companies (OpCos) to deliver site-specific solutions.
• Manage commercial aspects of projects, including budgeting and P&L responsibility.
• Provide strategic input for optimizing operational efficiency and technical improvements.
• Maintain flexibility in work hours to align with site and client requirements.
• Travel regularly to scattered site locations across the UAE – a valid UAE driving license is mandatory.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (preferably Mechanical); knowledge of all MEP systems is essential.
• Minimum 5+ years of facilities management experience in the UAE; experience in manufacturing environments is a plus.
• Strong technical acumen with ability to troubleshoot and advise on-site technicians.
• Demonstrated experience managing critical operations and conveyance systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to engage effectively with clients and internal teams.
• Strong reporting skills, with experience in creating and managing dashboard reports.
• Experience in project financials including budgeting and P&L management.