Operations and Facilities Manager

Job Title: Operations and Facilities Manager About the Role This is a leadership position responsible for overseeing all non-academic operations of the school. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing facilities, security, health, safety and compliance operations across the school.Key Responsibilities The School Operations Manager plays a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day non-academic operations of the school. This includes managing administrative, logistical, health & safety, and facilities operations to support a thriving, safe, and efficient learning environment for students, staff, and parents.Operational Leadership: Oversee and coordinate all non-academic operations of the school, including facilities, security, transport, procurement, and administrative support.Serve as the primary liaison between the academic leadership team and support service departments (maintenance, cleaning, IT support, catering, etc.).Lead the development and implementation of operational policies and procedures to ensure compliance and effectiveness.Operations, Facilities & Health and Safety The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that school facilities are well-maintained, clean, and compliant with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations. This includes managing emergency response plans, fire drills, and compliance with local authority and KHDA requirements. Additionally, the candidate will oversee maintenance schedules, renovation projects, and vendor performance.Ensure that school facilities are well-maintained, clean, and compliant with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.Manage emergency response plans, fire drills, and compliance with local authority and KHDA requirements.Oversee maintenance schedules, renovation projects, and vendor performance.HR & Staffing Support The candidate will support the HR department in the recruitment and onboarding of non-teaching staff. They will also supervise operational support staff (e.g. maintenance workers, cleaners, drivers, security guards). Additionally, they will ensure appropriate staff deployment, performance reviews, and professional development plans.Support the HR department in the recruitment and onboarding of non-teaching staff.Supervise operational support staff (e.g. maintenance workers, cleaners, drivers, security guards).Ensure appropriate staff deployment, performance reviews, and professional development plans.Transport & Security The successful candidate will oversee school transportation operations, ensuring safety, punctuality, and parent satisfaction. They will also manage security personnel and systems to ensure student and staff safety on campus.Oversee school transportation operations, ensuring safety, punctuality, and parent satisfaction.Manage security personnel and systems to ensure student and staff safety on campus.Required Skills and Qualifications The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in business administration, facilities management, or related field. They will also have minimum 5–7 years of experience in school operations or facilities management, ideally within a school or hospitality setting. Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills are essential. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are also required. Familiarity with UAE regulations, KHDA requirements, and health & safety standards is highly desirable.Bachelor's degree in business administration, facilities management, or related field.Minimum 5–7 years of experience in school operations or facilities management, ideally within a school or hospitality setting.Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.Familiarity with UAE regulations, KHDA requirements, and health & safety standards is highly desirable.Benefits The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment. They will also have access to ongoing professional development opportunities.Others The ideal candidate will be able to adapt to changing circumstances and prioritize tasks effectively. They will also be able to build strong relationships with staff, students, and parents. If you are a motivated and organized individual who is passionate about education and facilities management, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.