School Operations & Facilities Leader

GEMS SCHOOLS IN UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An international school network in Dubai seeks a School Operations Manager to oversee the development, maintenance, and safety of facilities. This role includes managing budgets and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and operational management skills, along with a commitment to health and safety standards. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the school's success and engage with the community. Experience in an educational setting preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in operations, facilities or business management, preferably in an educational setting.
• Commitment to health, safety, safeguarding, and sustainability standards.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and resolve issues proactively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the development, maintenance, and safety of the school's facilities.
• Manage budgets and monitor expenditure across all operational areas.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and safeguarding regulations.
• Supervise facilities services including cleaning, waste management, and security.
• Strengthen relationships with parents and the wider community.

Skills

Strong leadership

Organizational skills

People management skills

Operations management experience

Financial acumen

Excellent communication

Stakeholder management

Ability to handle pressure

Job description

An international school network in Dubai seeks a School Operations Manager to oversee the development, maintenance, and safety of facilities. This role includes managing budgets and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and operational management skills, along with a commitment to health and safety standards. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the school's success and engage with the community. Experience in an educational setting preferred.