The Assistant Manager - Soft Services is responsible for managing day-to-day soft services operations at the GCC location, ensuring a clean, safe, well-maintained, and employee-friendly workplace. The role supports service quality, vendor performance, compliance, and continuous improvement across all soft services functions.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee daily operations of soft services, including housekeeping, pantry, waste management, pest control, landscaping, and related support services.
- Ensure service delivery meets agreed SLAs, quality standards, and workplace experience expectations.
- Manage and monitor service providers, conduct regular audits, and drive corrective actions where needed.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders to support office operations and employee comfort.
- Monitor hygiene, cleanliness, and overall workplace presentation across all common areas and workspaces.
- Support implementation of soft services processes, SOPs, and site compliance requirements.
- Track and report service performance, audits, complaints, and resolution status.
- Assist in budget tracking, invoice verification, and vendor coordination.
- Ensure adherence to health, safety, security, and statutory requirements relevant to soft services.
- Lead or support special events, workplace moves, and office setup activities as required.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance service quality and operational efficiency.
- Supervise and mentor site soft services staff and vendor teams.
Key Skills And Competencies
- Strong knowledge of soft services operations in a corporate office environment
- Vendor and contract management
- Service quality monitoring and auditing
- Strong communication and stakeholder management
- Problem-solving and escalation handling
- Team coordination and supervision
- Working knowledge of workplace health, safety, and hygiene standards
- Proficiency in MS Office and reporting tools
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
- Additional certification in facilities management or hospitality is preferred
Experience
- 5-8 years of experience in soft services / facilities operations
- Experience managing corporate office or GCC workplace environments preferred
- Experience in vendor management and service excellence is an advantage
Working Conditions
- Full-time onsite role
- May require extended hours during events, audits, incidents, or critical operational needs