Deputy Director, Facilities Maintenance

GDC Middle East; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

GDC Middle East is seeking a Deputy Director, Facilities Maintenance to lead day-to-day operations of the Directorate, guiding system evaluations, process improvements, and implementation of new procedures. The role requires aviation facilities expertise, staff mentorship, and alignment with OPM-SANG guidance.

The incumbent will direct personnel, administrative, and financial functions, oversee recruitment, and develop strong working relationships with OPM-SANG and MNG Maintenance to achieve

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent FM experience.
• Ten years’ experience as a manager or military equivalent.
• Experience with FM PWS requirements and aviation facilities context.
• Experience in airfield management, training development, operations, aviation maintenance and aviation logistics supply chain management.
• Knowledge of military staff organization policies and procedures.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Directs day-to-day activities of the Directorate’s operations and oversees design and implementation of new processes.
• Evaluates current and proposed systems, processes, and procedures; implements changes as needed.
• Provides SME based on aviation facilities experience; leads and mentors subordinate managers.
• Oversees recruitment, staffing, and organizational structure; assigns tasks and accountability.
• Develops relationships with OPM-SANG and MNG Maintenance; aligns strategies with resources.
• Represents the Directorate in strategic planning and ensures contract deliverables (CDRL) are met.

Skills

Leadership

Facilities management

Strategic planning

Policy development

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in FM or related field

Master’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Office

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Job Requirements:

Directs the day-to-day activities of the Directorate’s operations. Evaluates current and proposed systems, processes, and procedures. Directs changes as necessary and oversees the design and implementation of new processes. Provides subject matter expertise based on experience in the aviation facilities industry. Leads, mentors, and supervises the work of subordinate managers. Facilitates company goals by participating in strategic planning initiatives and aligning Directorate strategies with internal resources. Directs the personnel, administrative, and financial functions for the Directorate. Follows guidance provided by OPM-SANG.

Major Duties and Responsibilites:

• Analyzes designs, develops, coordinates, staffs and publishes plans, policies, programs and other procedural documents in support of MNG Aviation base facilities maintenance.
• Directs the personnel and administrative processes for Facilities Maintenance: times sheets, employee performance assessments, feedback guidance, contract negotiations, and organizational advice.
• Provides continuous processes improvement in support of organizational goals. Formulate and implement Directorate and organizational policies and procedures to maximize performance. Ensures adherence to rules, regulations, andprocedures. Guarantees contract deliverable requirements (CDRL) are met as stated in the Performance Work Statement (PWS). Drafts and submits CDRL reports as required by the contract.
• Directs the use of human resources. Oversees recruitment and placement of required staff. Establishes organizational structures. Delegates tasks and accountabilities.
• Develops a solid working relationship with OPM-SANG and MNG Maintenance.
• Able to design and implement goals and objectives within the execution of duties and responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent FM experience.
• Ten years’ experience working as a manager or military equivalent.
• Responsible for all FM Performance Work Statement (PWS) requirements.
• Experience in airfield management, training development, operations, aviation maintenance and aviation logistics supply chain management.
• Knowledge of policies, principles, and procedures of military staff organization and operations.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and written.
• Ability to deal effectively with people in the completion of staff functions.
• Ability to effectively communicate with the customer in a professional and courteous manner.
• Proficient in MS Office Professional software required (Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook).
• Knowledge of MNG and OPM-MNG operational procedures concerning job related activities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or Equivalent Experience
• Understanding of ISO 9001 or AS9100
• Certified Maintenance Manager or relevant experience.
• Certified Maintenance Planner or relevant experience.
• Experience in airport/airfield management, operations, or maintenance.
• Knowledge of pertinent KSA Labor Law
• Knowledge of MNG and OPM-MNG operational procedures concerning job related activities.
• Proficient in Micro-Soft Project highly desired.

Deputy Director, Facilities Maintenance

GDC Middle East