Facilities Supervisor

The Sheikh Zayed Private Academy for Boys, United Arab Emirates

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Ref: PP000-20444

Job description / Role

Job Type
Full Time

Job Location
Abu Dhabi, UAE

Nationality
Any Nationality

Salary
Not Specified

Gender
Not Specified

Arabic Fluency
Not Specified

Job Function
Administration & Secretarial

Company Industry
Education

Job overview

The Sheikh Zayed Private Academies are leading US-curriculum schools in Abu Dhabi, delivering outstanding education for students from Pre-KG to Grade 12. The schoolsu2019 reputations for high quality education, outstanding facilities, and innovative use of technology are well established in the UAE.

The Sheikh Zayed Private Academy for Boys is looking to appoint an experienced facilities supervisor. In this role, you will oversee the day-to-day facilities and maintenance operations of the school, ensuring that the campus remains safe, functional, and well-maintained at all times.

The position reports to the school operations manager and supports the operations department in delivering high-quality facilities services across the school. The role may require occasional after-hours and weekend work for events or emergencies, and will involve regular interaction with students, staff, parents, and external contractors.

If you would like to apply for this position, please submit the application form and your CV, along with a letter of application outlining your career to date and ambitions within the facilities management field.

Responsibilities:

Supervise the SZPAB facilities and maintenance support team.

Assist the operations manager in reviewing the planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedule and supervise completion of tasks and activities.

Provide daily progress reports to the operations manager on ongoing projects, tasks, activities, and issues.

Oversee the smooth operation of air conditioning and electrical equipment through daily and preventive maintenance checks.

Carry out maintenance service requests and maintain daily checklists and records in MaintainX.

Supervise contractors performing preventive and corrective maintenance and coordinate with subcontractors providing contracted services.

Raise material requests to ensure uninterrupted availability of spare parts.

Undertake general maintenance, repairs, renovation tasks, and troubleshooting (including electrical and technical issues) as required.

Assist in preparation and support for school events, transportation, and delivery requirements when needed.

Collaborate with designers, engineers, and other team members to ensure smooth execution of maintenance and operational duties.

Take part in risk assessments, OSH programs, and emergency drills/training; report hazards immediately and work proactively to resolve them.

Adhere to occupational health and safety guidelines at all times.

Experience and educational requirements

Bacheloru2019s degree in facilities management, engineering, or a related field.

Minimum of 3 yearsu2019 experience in facilities supervision or facilities management, preferably in the education sector or similar environments.

Strong knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, etc.) and general maintenance practices.

Familiarity with health and safety regulations and the ability to conduct risk assessments.

Excellent organisational and communication skills, with the ability to supervise teams and contractors effectively.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience using facilities management systems (e.g., MaintainX) is an advantage.

We offer:

Renewable fixed-term contract for 2 years

Competitive tax-free salary

Comprehensive international health insurance

Annual flight allowance

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