RLS - Facilities Management Supervisor

• Supervise site teams (e.g. custodians, technicians, groundskeepers), ensuring work is completed to the expected standards.
• Oversee day to day coordination of external contractors and service providers, ensuring delivery aligns with contract terms and KPIs.
• Conduct daily site walkthroughs and inspections to ensure all spaces are clean, safe, and fully functional.
• Support the implementation and monitoring of the school’s Health and Safety policy, including fire drills, emergency procedures, signage, and risk assessments.
• Ensure compliance with Civil Defence, Municipality, KHDA, and all government authority requirements.
• Assist with recording and reporting accidents and incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Serve as site lead for all statutory inspections and certifications.
• Ensure all preventive and reactive maintenance tasks are scheduled and completed using the CAFM or other maintenance management system.
• Monitor and report on the condition of fixtures, fittings, equipment, and infrastructure, escalating major issues to the Operations Manager.
• Support lifecycle planning by identifying equipment nearing end of life and recommending timely replacements.
• Assist in planning and supervising minor improvement works and project activities.
• Coordinate access and logistics for vendors, ensuring safety and minimal disruption to the school community.
• Support snagging and handover of new or refurbished spaces.
• Respond promptly to facilities related requests from staff and leadership, ensuring high levels of satisfaction.
• Ensure site cleanliness, grounds maintenance, security, and utilities operate to the highest standards.
• Assist with logistics for school events, room set‑ups, and space allocation as needed.
• Monitor the use and condition of consumables, tools, and maintenance supplies and submit timely requests for restocking.

Qualifications

• Diploma or higher qualification in Facilities Management, Engineering, or a relevant field.
• Minimum 1+ years' experience in a similar role.
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Outlook); experience with maintenance or asset tracking software desirable.
• • Working knowledge of UAE regulations relating to facilities, health and safety, and compliance.
• • Relevant professional certification (e.g. IOSH, NEBOSH, FM certifications) an advantage.
• • Demonstrated ability to supervise diverse teams and manage multiple priorities under pressure.
• • Exposure to ISO/LEED standards or sustainability initiatives is desirable.
• Maintain high standards of ethics and behaviour and always observe proper professional boundaries.
• Build positive, professional relationships with staff, students, contractors, and stakeholders, knowing when to draw on support or escalate to leadership.
• Treat all colleagues and stakeholders with dignity, fostering a culture of respect, inclusion, and accountability.
• Demonstrate a proactive and solutions-driven attitude that aligns with RLS values and operational excellence.
• Participate fully in wider school life and support whole‑school development and improvement plans as required.