Facilities Site Manager

Job description / Role

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Facilities Site Manager to oversee and manage our engineering projects in multiple locations in Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation and maintenance of facilities, coordinating with various stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. This role requires a strong background in facilities management, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:
- Oversee daily operations of the facilities management team, ensuring all projects are executed efficiently and effectively.
- Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and subcontractors to ensure that all facility operations align with project goals and timelines.
- Develop and implement maintenance schedules for all equipment and facilities to minimize downtime and ensure optimal performance.
- Lead and mentor a team of facilities staff, fostering a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
- Establish and maintain relationships with vendors and service providers, negotiating contracts and ensuring service quality.
- Ensure all facilities are maintained to a high standard, addressing any issues promptly to minimize disruption to operations.
- Prepare reports on facility performance, maintenance activities, and project progress for senior management.
- Implement and oversee the use of facility management software to track maintenance requests, schedules, and reporting.

- Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in facilities management, with a focus on engineering projects.
- Strong understanding of health and safety regulations and compliance requirements.
- Proven leadership skills with experience managing teams and projects.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions under pressure.
- Proficient in facility management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team, with a proactive approach to tasks.
- Familiarity with engineering processes and project management methodologies is an advantage.
- Fluency in English.

About the Company

Propel Consult delivers a service in step with the needs of both our client companies and candidates. Our ability to add value to all levels of recruitment stems from our wholehearted belief in providing a professional service to both parties.

We have built relationships with many leading indigenous and mulitnational organisations throughout the Middle East and internationally in countries such as UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, Kuwait, Egypt and many more.

Concentrating our resources has created 5 distinct specialist divisions:

• Banking & Finance
• Human Resources
• Oil & Gas
• Construction
• Architecture & Engineering