Facilities Manager

Independent Food Company; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established food company in Dubai seeks a Facilities Manager to ensure the operational efficiency of its F&B retail portfolio. The ideal candidate will oversee maintenance contracts, develop procedures, and lead a team to uphold high standards while ensuring compliance with health and safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in facility supervision or property management.
• Strong knowledge of building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, etc.).
• UAE driver’s license.
• Experience in FM Soft Services is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage Annual Maintenance Contracts (AMCs).
• Develop and implement proactive maintenance strategies.
• Liaise with project management and operations for smooth business operations.
• Conduct regular inspections of facilities and address issues.
• Negotiate contracts with vendors and analyze market trends.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Proficiency in MS Office

Education

Diploma / ITI or bachelor's degree in engineering (Electrical / Mechanical)

Tools

Facility management software

Job description

Job Overview:

The role of Facilities Manager is to manage and supervise the team for maintaining the systems on its F&B retail portfolio. Facilities Manager should develop maintenance procedures, policies, manage and negotiate annual contracts. The ideal candidate will ensure the smooth functioning of all facilities while delivering high standards of service and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage Annual Maintenance Contracts (AMCs)

• Develop and implement proactive maintenance strategies

• Develop maintenance procedures, policies, and SOPs and ensure proper implementation

• Carry out regular inspections of the facilities, warehouses, and outlets to identify and resolve issues and specify potential risks.

• Schedule and oversee all maintenance-related activities

• Schedule and oversee all equipment repair/installation activities

• Liaise with project management team to ensure smooth new outlets delivery.

• Liaise with operations to ensure smooth un-interrupted business operations and successful events.

• Manage and supervise maintenance staff including coordinators and technicians

• Ensuring that all maintenance operations are done in accordance with company policy and health & safety guidelines

• Negotiate contracts with outside vendors for execution of maintenance work and follow-up on implementation

• Analyse and monitor market trends and best practices about maintenance procedure and manuals.

• Attend meetings as required.

• Any other relevant ad-hoc task assigned by the line manager or MDs.

• Address concerns promptly and professionally, ensuring high levels of satisfaction.

Job Requirements:

• Diploma / ITI or bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electrical / Mechanical)

• 3-5 years of experience in facility supervision or property management.

• Strong knowledge of building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, etc.).

• Proficiency in MS Office and facility management software.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and meet deadlines.

• Should have UAE driver’s license.

• Experience in FM Soft Services is advantageous.