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Job Title: Facilities Engineer
Reports to: Head of Operations FM
Direct Reports: 3 to 15 team members
Department: Facilities Management
Location: 2 positions β 1 in Dubai & 1 in Abu Dhabi
JOB PURPOSE
Facilities management is the integration of processes within the organisation to maintain and develop the required service standards, for the properties maintained which support and improve the effectiveness of the assets and their primary activities. The Senior Facilities Manager is involved in both strategic planning and day-to-day operations, in relation to the buildings and premises, infrastructure and the business operational requirements.
The Sr. Facilities Manager will be responsible for the strategic direction and facilities management service delivery across the portfolio. Such services range from property strategy, building, infrastructure, golf course maintenance and facilities maintenance, communications, administration and contract management for a number of outsourced engineering, maintenance employees and Energy Management Solutions. The Sr. Facilities Manager will have to demonstrate excellent leadership qualities and be able to handle multiple and often conflicting priorities. The Sr. FM also has to develop and maintain standard operating procedures, emergency response plans, preventive and predictive maintenance programmes and all technical documentation.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Technical
Assess the current conditions of MEP and A/C systems and other essential FM equipment in addition to soft services management within the portfolio.
Ensure that all the equipment and other facilities are working correctly.
Maintaining the efficiency and good working conditions of the facilities.
Planning for future development in line with strategic business objectives.
Managing and leading change to ensure minimum disruption to facilities and core activities
Ensure the buildings and facilities meet health and safety requirements.
Responding appropriately to emergencies or urgent issues from any of the premises as they arise.
Attending to tenant complaints with regards to facilities management with a quick response time.
People
Develop staff development programs such as skills enhancement trainings and sessions.
Evaluate the work quality of his staff and other subordinates.
Coordinate with other offices and units for things that are not within the scope of the facilities service team.
Coordinate with the senior management on work issues.
JOB CONTEXT
Comply with and use of organisational procedures and policies governing FM procurement strictly accordance with the DOA limits.
QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS
Minimum Qualifications and Knowledge:
B. Engineering degree; MBA advantageous
Strong MEP knowledge
Minimum Experience:
10 to 15 years proven experience in Facilities Management in large organizations. Experience in managing commercial, residential and labour camps
Job-Specific Skills:
Engineering management
Extensive knowledge of the Real Estate industry (10 to 15 years) and market conditions in the Middle East.
Having worked within a Facilities Management environment with GCC in a managerial role.
Proficient in MS Office suites including MSWord, Excel, PowerPoint, Project Manager.
Behavioural Competencies:
Teamwork
Communication
Professional Knowledge
Encourage subordinates
Training and coaching
Personal Leadership
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