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Role Overview
Assistant Facilities Manager at Cranleigh Abu Dhabi, in partnership with Aldar Education, located on Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
Company Overview
Cranleigh Abu Dhabi is a leading British international school delivering education inspired by the heritage and ethos of Cranleigh School in the UK. As part of Aldar Education, the school operates within a values-led, high-performance environment. Aldar Education is a family of world-class, child-centred, and innovative schools based in the UAE, educating over 38,000 students across a group of owned and managed schools.
Role Purpose
The Assistant Facilities Manager supports the Senior Operations Manager in delivering high-quality facilities management, health and safety, and general services across the school. The role ensures the campus, accommodation, and support services operate to the highest standards, providing a safe, well-maintained, and efficient environment for students, staff, and visitors.
Key Responsibilities
Facilities & General Services
- Support the delivery of facilities and general services across the school, promoting a strong service culture and ensuring efficient deployment of staff and resources.
- Supervise and support on-site facilities and support teams, including Security, Khidmah facilities teams, cleaning, maintenance, and other contracted service providers.
- Ensure school facilities are maintained to high standards of cleanliness, safety, presentation, and operational readiness.
- Act as a day-to-day point of contact for facilities-related matters, escalating issues where required.
- Support the planning and resourcing of school events and activities to ensure facilities and services are in place and operating effectively.
Maintenance & Operations
- Support the coordination of all repairs and maintenance works, including inspections, contractor engagement, and follow-up to ensure work is completed to specification.
- Assist in monitoring the condition and safety of buildings, grounds, and equipment in line with Health and Safety guidance.
- Support daily site checks and ensure issues are logged, tracked, and resolved.
- Assist with monitoring BMS systems and alerts where applicable.
Health, Safety & Compliance
- Promote a positive and proactive health and safety culture across facilities and support service teams.
- Support compliance with all relevant Health and Safety legislation, Aldar Education policies, and local authority requirements.
- Assist in completing internal and external health, safety, and environmental audits.
- Support contractor HSE monitoring and compliance.
Finance, Procurement & Contracts
- Support the management of facilities-related budgets and expenditure.
- Assist with procurement and purchasing in line with Aldar Education policies and Delegation of Authority procedures.
- Support contract management to ensure value for money and service delivery standards are met.
Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement
- Support the management and coordination of facilities and general services teams.
- Work collaboratively with school leadership, Parents and Community, and Aldar Education HQ.
- Support performance management, training, and development of facilities staff.
- Build strong working relationships with contractors, suppliers, and regulators.
Qualifications & Experience
Education & Certifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil) – Mandatory
- NEBOSH – Preferred
- Certification in Energy Management or Facilities Management – Preferred
Experience
- Minimum 5 years' experience in facilities, operations, or health and safety roles.
- Experience in education, hospitality, or large multi-site environments – Desirable
- Experience supporting school operations – Advantageous
- Experience in Abu Dhabi – Desirable
Skills & Competencies
- Strong organisational and planning skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and follow-up.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and work under pressure.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Commercial awareness and cost-control mindset.
- Confident working with contractors and service providers.
- High standards of professionalism and integrity.
Additional Information
- Aldar Education offers an attractive remuneration package.
- The future-focused learning model places special emphasis on professional development, coaching, and training for staff.
- All appointments are subject to enhanced safer recruitment checks in line with UAE Labour Law, KHDA requirements, and Aldar Education's Safer Recruitment Framework.
- Cranleigh Abu Dhabi and Aldar Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
- Aldar Education is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.
- UAE Nationals are strongly encouraged to apply in line with the national development strategy.
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