Facilities Operations Director, Aviation & Airfield

Team GDC ME; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

GDC ME in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, is seeking a senior FM leader to direct the Directorate's day-to-day operations and oversee system evaluations, process changes, and strategic alignment with internal resources.

The role requires extensive experience in airfield management, aviation maintenance, and logistics, with strong communication and supervisory skills to guide and develop subordinate managers in alignment with Saudi labor law and organizational goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent FM experience.
• Ten years' experience as a manager or military equivalent.
• Experience in airfield management, training development, operations, aviation maintenance and aviation logistics supply chain management.
• Proficient in MS Office Professional software (Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook).
• Knowledge of policies, principles, and procedures of military staff organization and operations.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to manage customer relations and staff.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Communication

Project Management

Aviation/FM Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in FM or equivalent

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

GDC ME in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, is seeking a senior FM leader to direct the Directorate's day-to-day operations and oversee system evaluations, process changes, and strategic alignment with internal resources.

The role requires extensive experience in airfield management, aviation maintenance, and logistics, with strong communication and supervisory skills to guide and develop subordinate managers in alignment with Saudi labor law and organizational goals.