Facilities & Operations Manager - Future-Driven Workplace

Dubai Government; Dubai; On-site; AED 167,000 - 257,000; Full time

Job summary

Dubai Future Foundation is seeking an Office Manager - RDI to oversee day-to-day facilities and workplace services, ensuring a safe, compliant, and productive environment.

The role covers facilities management, vendor contracts, space planning, budget oversight, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Proficiency in Arabic is a plus and 5+ years of experience in related roles is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in operations, facilities management or related role.
• Proven experience managing maintenance schedules, vendor relationships and operational budgets.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with high attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to coordinate with cross-functional teams and external partners.
• Proficiency in Arabic is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate facility maintenance, repairs, and improvements to ensure safety, functionality and compliance.
• Manage vendor contracts and security protocols for facility-related services, ensuring reliability and cost-effectiveness.
• Oversee space planning, equipment deployment, and inventory management to optimize resource use.
• Collaborate with internal teams to address evolving workplace requirements and infrastructure needs.
• Monitor and manage facilities-related budgets, identifying cost-saving opportunities and efficiency improvements.
• Ensure compliance with building codes, environmental regulations, and safety standards.
• Manage employee facility-related requests and oversee logistical arrangements for visits, events, and large meetings.

Skills

Facilities management

Vendor coordination

Budget oversight

Project management

Communication skills

Arabic language

Job description

Dubai Future Foundation is seeking an Office Manager - RDI to oversee day-to-day facilities and workplace services, ensuring a safe, compliant, and productive environment.

The role covers facilities management, vendor contracts, space planning, budget oversight, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Proficiency in Arabic is a plus and 5+ years of experience in related roles is preferred.