Executive Lead, Facilities, Administration & Govt Relations

Gender; Oman; On-site; OMR 23,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

OQ8 Oman Refinery seeks a Head of Facility Management & Administration to lead government relations, facility services, and admin functions across the organization. You will report to the VP of Corporate Affairs, coordinating the front and back office activities, including space planning, procurement, and compliance with HSE standards.

The role emphasizes leadership, cost optimization, stakeholder engagement, and ensuring a safe, productive working environment in support of strategic objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or equivalent with MBA preferred.
• 14 years experience in Administration & Facility Management with leadership exposure.
• Experience with government relations, vendor/contracts management, and cost forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end Government Services processes (planning, organizing, staffing, leading, controlling).
• Oversee maintenance and services of facilities to meet organizational needs.
• Coordinate budgets, contracts, and vendor management within facility, logistics and admin domains.
• Develop corporate facility management strategies across local and global workplaces.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, building codes and regulatory requirements.
• Foster relationships with regulators, authorities, communities and internal stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Vendor management

Contract management

Budgeting

Project management

Stakeholder relations

Governance

Safety compliance

Negotiation

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration

MBA or equivalent (preferred)

Job description

OQ8 Oman Refinery seeks a Head of Facility Management & Administration to lead government relations, facility services, and admin functions across the organization. You will report to the VP of Corporate Affairs, coordinating the front and back office activities, including space planning, procurement, and compliance with HSE standards.

The role emphasizes leadership, cost optimization, stakeholder engagement, and ensuring a safe, productive working environment in support of strategic objectives.