Facility Engineer

Waad Education Company; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

Waad Academy in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, is seeking an experienced Facility Engineer to oversee maintenance, safety, and the general upkeep of the school's facilities. The role involves managing daily operations, coordinating with external vendors, and ensuring a safe, conducive learning environment for students and staff.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management or a related field, has a minimum of 5 years’ experience with at least 2 in a supervisory role, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in facilities management or related field.
• Minimum 5 years experience with at least 2 in a supervisory role.
• Experience in high-volume environments like schools or hospitals.
• Strong leadership and communication skills in English and Arabic.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance, safety, and general upkeep of the school's facilities.
• Manage daily operations and coordinate with external vendors.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Support learning environments by maintaining functional infrastructure.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

English language

Arabic language

Education

Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management or related field

Job description

Waad Academyis an International School that inspires young minds for learning, innovation, and leadership.

OurVisionis to provideholistic educationto all our childrennurturing their heart, mind and bodywithin aworld-class learning environmentthat will enable them to becomesuccessful learners, sincere believersandresponsible leaders.

We are seeking an experienced Facility Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the maintenance, safety, and general upkeep of the school's facilities. This includes managing daily operations, coordinating with external vendors, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and supporting the overall learning environment. The Facility Manager will play a vital role in ensuring that Waad Academy's physical infrastructure remains well-maintained and contributes to a safe, positive, and conducive educational atmosphere for both students and staff.

• Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial), Business Administration, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years with at least 2 years in a managerial or supervisory role.
• Experience in high-volume environments (e.g., schools, hospitals, malls) is essential.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to oversee and motivate a diverse team.
• Familiarity with operational challenges in educational or public institutions, as well as safety and compliance standards for public spaces.
• Excellent communication skills in both English and Arabic, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.