School Facilities & Operations Manager

Aldar Education; Al Ruways Industrial City; On-site; AED 133,920 - 200,880; Full time

Job summary

Aldar Education seeks a seasoned Facilities Manager for School Operations in Abu Dhabi to oversee facilities, site services, and operational support across a growing charter school. You will ensure safe, clean, and well-functioning buildings while coordinating contractors, procurement, budget control, and safeguarding controls.

The role requires expertise in school facilities, maintenance, and vendor management, with a focus on service quality, safety, and continuous improvement in a dynamic

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Facilities Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Operations, or related discipline.
• Previous experience managing facilities, general services, or school operations.
• Experience in a school, education group, large institution, or multi-service environment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead facilities management and general services across the school.
• Promote a professional service culture with timely, responsive support.
• Ensure facilities teams and providers are deployed efficiently.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, maintenance, safety, security, and presentation.
• Oversee staff accommodation as per policies and allowances.
• Support cost-effective purchasing and contracting within the budget.

Skills

Facilities management

School operations

Building maintenance

Contractor management

Procurement

Health and safety

Environmental management

Incident command

Budget control

Education

Relevant qualification in Facilities Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Operations, or related discipline

Tools

Building Management System

Job description

Aldar Education seeks a seasoned Facilities Manager for School Operations in Abu Dhabi to oversee facilities, site services, and operational support across a growing charter school. You will ensure safe, clean, and well-functioning buildings while coordinating contractors, procurement, budget control, and safeguarding controls.

The role requires expertise in school facilities, maintenance, and vendor management, with a focus on service quality, safety, and continuous improvement in a dynamic