Facilities Manager

Independent Food; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food company in the UAE is seeking an experienced Facilities Manager to oversee a team ensuring the smooth functioning of its retail portfolio. The role involves developing maintenance policies, managing contracts, and coordinating with operations to ensure high standards of service. Ideal candidates should have a degree in engineering and substantial experience in facility management, along with strong leadership and communication skills. A UAE driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in facility supervision or property management.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems.
• Should have UAE driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Manage Annual Maintenance Contracts (AMCs).
• Develop and implement proactive maintenance strategies.
• Liaise with project management team for new outlets delivery.

Skills

Building systems knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Task management

Education

Diploma / ITI or Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Office

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, uninterrupted business operations and successful events.
• Manage and supervise maintenance staff including coordinators and technicians
• Ensure 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.