Responsibilities:
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Lead and manage the central laundry facility including washing, sterilization, drying, packaging, and distribution.
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Oversee operations comparable to central hospital laundries, handling large volumes of fabrics and linens.
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Enforce strict standards for infection control, sterilization, and quality assurance.
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Ensure full compliance with the Saudi General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) requirements and international standards.
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Supervise the operation and maintenance of advanced equipment (high-capacity washers, steam sterilizers, industrial dryers, and packaging lines).
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Manage a large, multinational workforce (supervisors, technicians, workers) and develop their operational competencies.
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Oversee operational resources and inventory of chemicals and packaging materials in line with the highest safety standards.
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Prepare accurate reports for senior management, including KPIs, performance levels, and compliance with schedules.
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Implement effective occupational health and safety (OHS) policies and comply with environmental requirements.
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Develop and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) regularly to ensure sustainability and operational efficiency.
Qualifications & Experience:
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Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
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Minimum of 7–10 years of experience managing central laundries, hospital laundries, or large-scale industrial operations.
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In-depth knowledge of quality standards, sterilization, and infection control.
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Proven experience in managing large, multicultural teams.
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Fluency in English (spoken and written).
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Strong ability to perform under pressure in an airport operational environment with high attention to detail.
Demonstrated leadership with organizational skills and the ability to make decisive decisions quickly.