Assistant Manager School Facility
Job description
GEMS Winchester Private School Fujairah is seeking an experienced and proactive assistant manager – school facilities to support the smooth and efficient management of school facilities, administration, health & safety, transportation, and support services. The successful candidate will work closely with the school operations manager to ensure a safe, compliant, and well-maintained learning environment for students and staff.
Skills
- Strong organizational and coordination abilities.
- Good leadership and team supervision skills.
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
- Knowledge of health & safety regulations and compliance requirements.
- Financial awareness, including budgeting and cost control.
- Ability to manage vendor relationships and service contracts.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and work effectively under pressure.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Facilities Management, Operations Management, or a related field.
- 3–5 years of experience in operations, facilities, or administrative management.
- Knowledge of facilities management, health & safety, and contractor supervision.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Fluent in English (written and spoken).
GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students and staff. A UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments.
Education
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Business, Facilities Management, or related field.