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.