Facility Management Specialist

G - 'Giffin Al Jazira Metal Industries'; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company in the UAE seeks a Facility Management Specialist to oversee operations and maintenance of facilities including health & safety compliance. Responsibilities include managing maintenance activities, vendor coordination, and ensuring service quality. Candidates should have a degree in Facility Management or Engineering, relevant certifications, and 3-7 years of experience in a similar role. The position offers a professional work environment focused on large-scale infrastructure projects.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Growth-oriented work environment

Opportunity to work on large-scale infrastructure projects

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of experience in Facility Management, preferably in construction or infrastructure.
• Solid understanding of MEP / HVAC systems at a supervisory level.
• Proven experience in vendor and contract management.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day facility operations including buildings and infrastructure.
• Plan and monitor preventive and corrective maintenance programs.
• Ensure full Health & Safety compliance and enforce PPE procedures.
• Coordinate fire safety and emergency response.
• Manage vendors and service providers effectively.

Skills

Facility Operations & Maintenance Planning

Health, Safety & Risk Management

MEP & HVAC Coordination

Vendor & SLA Management

Budget Awareness & Cost Control

Reporting & Documentation

Problem Solving & Decision Making

Education

Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Facility Management, Engineering, or a related field

FMP (IFMA), IWFM, or equivalent Facility Management certification

NEBOSH IGC or equivalent Health & Safety certification

Job description

Facility Management Specialist

Location: [UAE] Industry: Urban Infrastructure / Construction / Facilities Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role

We are seeking a Facility Management Specialist to oversee the safe, efficient, and cost-effective operation of our facilities and sites. The role involves managing maintenance activities, health & safety compliance, and third-party service providers to ensure uninterrupted operations and high service standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day facility operations, including buildings, offices, camps, yards, and infrastructure-related facilities
• Plan and monitor preventive and corrective maintenance programs
• Oversee MEP systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing) through internal teams and external contractors
• Ensure full Health & Safety compliance, conduct risk assessments, and enforce PPE and safety procedures
• Coordinate fire safety, emergency response, and incident reporting
• Manage vendors and service providers (cleaning, security, MEP, waste management, etc.)
• Monitor SLAs, KPIs, and service quality, applying corrective actions when required
• Review and verify service reports, invoices, and contracts
• Maintain accurate FM documentation, logs, and compliance records
• Liaise with internal stakeholders, site teams, and management

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Facility Management, Engineering, or a related field
• FMP (IFMA), IWFM, or equivalent recognized Facility Management certification
• NEBOSH IGC or strong Health & Safety certification (IOSH Managing Safely as a minimum)
• Solid understanding of MEP / HVAC systems (supervisory level, not hands‑on)
• Proven experience in vendor and contract management
• Minimum [3-7] years of experience in Facility Management (construction, infrastructure, camps, or corporate facilities preferred)
• Strong knowledge of FM standards, compliance, and best practices
• Good communication, reporting, and coordination skills

Preferred Experience

• Experience in urban infrastructure, construction projects, or large multi‑site operations
• Familiarity with GCC regulations and safety standards (KSA / UAE preferred)
• Experience working with multiple stakeholders and remote sites

Key Skills

• Facility Operations & Maintenance Planning
• Health, Safety & Risk Management
• MEP & HVAC Coordination
• Vendor & SLA Management
• Budget Awareness & Cost Control
• Reporting & Documentation
• Problem Solving & Decision Making

What We Offer

• Competitive benefits.
• Opportunity to work on large‑scale infrastructure projects
• Professional and growth‑oriented work environment

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply via LinkedIn with an updated CV.