middle leadership

Aldar Academies

<div><div><p>Aldar Education are currently seeking an outstanding Assistant Principal (Primary) for Yasmina British Academy in Abu Dhabi to start AY 2026/27.
</p></div><div><p>Yasmina British Academy is an outstanding British Curriculum school in the beautiful city of Abu Dhabi. With our globally recognised and admired curriculum, dedicated and passionate practitioners and outstanding teaching and learning, Yasmina British Academy is an exceptional place to work. It has an exciting, diverse, and progressive learning community that annually produces some of the very bestI/GCSE, A Level and BTEC results in the UAE. Our learning culture is under pinned by our core values of excellence, respect, passion, collaboration, and creativity allowing all students to thrive. Furthermore, the Academy is extremely proud of its recent ADEK inspection, which rated Yasmina British Academy as &lsquo;Outstanding&rsquo; in all six performance standards, putting it amongst the top schools in the UAE and Middle East.
</p></div><div><p>This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of schools and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi&rsquo;s leading school group.The successful candidates will be closely aligned with our core values and ethos and possess a genuine understanding and appreciation of the values of the region.</p></div></div>
<br><div><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in education or BSc degree with PGCE or equivalent is essential.
</li><li>At least 6 years teaching experience, including 4 consecutive years of performance exceeding standards and expectations as evidenced by performance appraisal.
</li><li>At least 2 years&rsquo; experience in a Middle Leadership role.
</li><li>Experience of leading school initiatives that have led to improvement in standards and achievement.
</li><li>Experience working with parents and external agencies.
</li></ul><p>Job Specific Knowledge &amp; Skills
</p><div><ul><li>A clear commitment to nurturing and promoting the school vision.
</li><li>Proven track record of displaying positive behaviors and values
</li><li>A commitment to maximising achievement through excellence in teaching and learning.
</li><li>An excellent track record as a classroom teacher and school leader.
</li><li>An excellent track record of implementing effective strategies to raise standards in learning.
</li><li>High standards and a highly effective communicator.
</li><li>Ability to implement and lead change and school development.
</li><li>Ability to lead large, diverse groups of people and stakeholders successfully.
</li><li>Ability to work with data and be effective in using data to diagnose, intervene and evaluate impact upon learning.
</li><li>Ability to organise and handle multiple tasks.
</li><li>Ability to exercise good judgment and must possess leadership skills
</li><li>Must appropriately handle confidential information
</li><li>A high level of professionalism and consideration of the well-being of all stakeholders.
</li><li>A positive and solution-focused attitude to working life
</li><li>High levels of resilience and a good sense of humour
</li><li>Ability to drive change
</li><li>A clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check or police check.</li></ul></div></div>
<br><div><div><p>We are seeking an outstanding leader and exemplary classroom practitioner to join Yasmina British Academy. This role mainly relates to responsibilities in the Primary School (Nursery &ndash;Year 6), with the opportunity some whole school projects. There will be a specific focus on strategies related to assessment and data. Applications are welcomed from leaders with Early Years or Primary Phase experience.
</p><div><ul><li>To lead the strategic use of assessment and performance data across EYFS and Primary, embedding a culture of data-informed decision making, rigorous pupil progress tracking, and evidence-based intervention to ensure sustained excellence in attainment and progress for all student groups.
</li><li>Lead the academy in achieving its overall vision and strategic intentions and to contribute to the achievement of relevant targets as set out in the improvement plan and academy self-evaluation.
</li><li>Lead strategic direction and development of key areas of the academy, including but not limited to student development, developing innovative curriculum, improvement planning, target settingand ongoing self-evaluation.
</li><li>Play a lead role in developing key policies and practices that support the overall aims, vision, and values of the academy.
</li><li>To monitor the impact of relevant policies and practices.
</li><li>Create a culture of high aspirations and measure the impact of this.
</li><li>Lead and manage staff, including but not limited to overseeing recruitment, performance and professional development.
</li><li>Lead on the marketing of key aspects of the academy, raise the profile, increase student enrolments, and ensure positive feedback from stakeholders.
</li><li>Communicate effectively and proactively with all stakeholders.
</li><li>To be an active member of the Senior Leadership Team and other staff teams as appropriate.
</li><li>To assist the Senior Leadership team in shaping the direction of the academy and setting high expectations at all times.
</li><li>To promote teamwork and motivate staff to ensure positive and effective working relationships and high standards.
</li><li>To liaise with Aldar Education to support the strategic development of the academy.
</li><li>To deputise in the absence of the Primary Principal or as required.
</li><li>To undertake any additional responsibilities as delegated by the school Principals.
</li><li>To take responsibility for own ongoing professional development and performance in line with key performance indicators.</li></ul></div></div></div>

Assistant Principal (Primary)- Yasmina British Academy (AY2026/27)

<div><p>Aldar Education are currently seeking an outstanding Assistant Principal for Al Rayana Charter School in Abu Dhabi for August 2026.
</p><p>Al Rayana Charter School is an American curriculum, mixed gender primary school located in a state of the art building in the heart of Abu Dhabi. We strive for excellence in all that we do through our high expectations and commitment to ensuring that we provide high quality learning opportunities for our students. Our vision is to create &ldquo;A sustainable and innovative learning community, where we nurture our learners through Collaboration, Leadership and Creativity&rdquo;. This vision is supported by the Al Rayana Learner and Teacher DNA which is at the heart of the school community.
</p><p>This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of schools and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi&rsquo;s leading school group.
</p><p>The successful candidates will be closely aligned with our core values and ethos and possess a genuine understanding and appreciation of the values of the region.</p></div>
<br><div><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in education or B.Sc degree with PGCE is essential. Desirable Master&rsquo;s degree.
</li></ul><ul><li>At least 6 years&rsquo; experience, including 4 consecutive years teaching performance exceeds standards and expectations as evidenced by performance appraisal
</li><li>At least 2 years&rsquo; experience in middle leadership role
</li><li>Experience of leading school initiatives that have led to improvement in standards and achievement.
</li><li>Experience working with parents and external agencies</li></ul></div>
<br><div><p>o Direct and quality assure the activities of the staff and students and
<br>
ensure a safe, orderly, and smooth functioning environment conducive to learning.
<br>
o Support and administer the annual school assessment and monitoring master schedule, working in conjunction with the school SLT and school department leaders.
<br>
o Collaborate with Principal and Vice Principal to supervise and evaluate teachers, supervisors and curriculum support staff as assigned.
<br>
o Provide leadership in screening and interviewing applicants including non-teaching positions, and/or recommending of applicants to be interviewed.
<br>
o Implement student achievement improvement efforts as mapped out in the school development plan and ADEK regulations and as directed by Aldar Education. This will include but not be limited to school improvement plans, standardized testing, remediation, collection and reporting of data as required, and the development of special schedules and testing procedures as necessary.
<br>
o Implement student achievement improvement efforts including directing the MAP/Exact Path student achievement plan, developing a progress-based testing schedule in coordination with the assessment coordination, establishing and overseeing the processes related to assessment and reporting student attainment and progress, data collection, students&rsquo; records, and archiving.
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o Collaborate with the SLT team regarding new or changing instructional methods, materials, strategies, and programs.
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o Assist, determine, develop and implement plans for staff CPD development for the building that facilitates professional growth and enhance the quality and efficiency of teaching.
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o Assist in the completion and submission of all required reports, forms, and data requests on time to the designated sources.
<br>
o Work/meet with other administrators and staff to foster and participate in team collaboration and effectiveness.
<br>
o Perform other duties as assigned by the School Principal.</p></div>

Assistant Principal - August 2026 - Alrayana Charter School

Fortes Education

Fortes
<br>Education has been a leading education provider in the UAE for over four
<br>decades with premium international schools and nurseries that have experienced
<br>outstanding success and growth. Our schools offer the most innovative and
<br>character-building education in the entire Middle East region.
<br><br>
Our
<br>core ethos and philosophy of education is Positive Education (PosEd). Through
<br>PosEd, our schools foster active engagement in learning, celebrating
<br>character strengths and accomplishments. We encourage children to cultivate
<br>fulfilling relationships with others and seek meaning and purpose in their own
<br>lives. We enable children to become happy learners and develop into
<br>innovative thinkers, confident young adults, and life-long learners. Our
<br>students develop resilience, a growth mindset and deep character strengths that
<br>allow them to flourish in an ever-changing world.
<br><br>
About Sunmarke School – Where Amazing Happens
<br><br>
Sunmarke School provides an ambitious and
<br>inspiring, values-based education that nurtures the hearts and minds of
<br>students so that they can flourish and achieve their dreams. Powered by our
<br>suite of signature programmes, Sunmarke is a uniquely innovative school,
<br>transforming young lives. This was reflected in Sunmarke School winning
<br>the coveted ‘Most Innovative School’ award at the international Which School
<br>Advisor ceremony in Dubai and London.
<br><br>
Sunmarke is an all–through school which offers a
<br>premium education across a fantastic range of pathways for students, including
<br>the National Curriculum of England, GCSE/IGCSE, ‘A’ Levels, BTEC and
<br>the IB Diploma Programmes. Our students regularly win examination
<br>boards’ ‘best in world’, ‘best in Middle East’ and ‘best in country’ awards
<br>every year, across a diverse range of subjects. The latest incredible IB
<br>results show that Sunmarke School is in the top 3 schools in Dubai and 69th
<br>in world rankings. Our suite of Signature Programmes is unrivalled in Dubai,
<br>with inspiring opportunities for students to experience transformative learning
<br>opportunities. These include Environmental and Sustainability Studies, where
<br>students learn in Forest School settings, as well as utilising cutting-edge
<br>hydroponic technology to examine how science can support sustainability in
<br>future terrains; a world-class STEAM centre and curriculum, which offers
<br>students an incredible opportunity to apply their learning in solving real-world
<br>problems, from Foundation Stage through to Year 9; Augmented and Virtual
<br>Reality AR/VR experiences alongside our cutting edge use of Artificial
<br>Intelligence for staff and students; outstanding performing arts opportunities
<br>with full black box and auditorium facilities alongside peripatetic music
<br>spaces and media suites; and a fantastic sports programme augmented with
<br>professional coaches, which led Sunmarke to be overall champions at the BSME
<br>Games.
<br><br>
Sunmarke School has been judged by the Dubai
<br>School Inspection Bureau (DSIB) as a ‘Very Good’ school since our
<br>third year of operation and is consistently judged ‘Outstanding’ by
<br>British Schools Overseas (BSO).
<br><br>
We present an exciting opportunity to join our
<br>all through school and to play an important part in our journey
<br>beyond “outstanding”. Sunmarke School, Dubai is one of our flagship
<br>schools, located at a prime location in Jumeirah Village Triangle.
<br><br>
<b>About you:</b><br>
Due to the expansion of
<br>our Secondary leadership structure from August 2026, Sunmarke School is seeking
<br>to appoint an experienced, committed and inspirational educational leader to
<br>the position of Assistant Head of Secondary – Teaching & Learning.
<br><br>
This is a senior
<br>leadership role focused on driving excellence in classroom practice across Key
<br>Stages 3, 4 and 5, including GCSE, A Level, BTEC and the IB Diploma Programme.
<br>The Assistant Head of Secondary – Teaching & Learning is responsible for
<br>leading and embedding high-quality instructional practice across the Secondary
<br>phase, ensuring that teaching consistently secures outstanding outcomes for
<br>students.
<br><br>
Working closely with
<br>the Deputy Head of Secondary – Academics and the wider Secondary Leadership
<br>Team, the successful candidate will lead the implementation of the Secondary
<br>Teaching & Learning Strategy. The role is impact-driven and centered on
<br>instructional leadership at scale within a large, premium British international
<br>school.
<br><br>
Key aspects of the role
<br><br>
<b>include:</b><br>
·
<br>Leading and quality
<br>assuring teaching and learning across KS3–KS5
<br><br>
·
<br>Embedding a shared
<br>language of high-quality instruction across faculties
<br><br>
·
<br>Designing and
<br>delivering a coherent, research-informed CPD programme
<br><br>
·
<br>Developing
<br>instructional coaching and building leadership capacity across departments
<br><br>
·
<br>Ensuring teaching
<br>practice aligns with KHDA and BSO Outstanding standards
<br><br>
·
<br>Promoting a culture of
<br>scholarship, academic ambition and intellectual curiosity
<br><br>
·
<br>Supporting Heads of
<br>Faculty in raising and sustaining high instructional standards
<br><br>
This position
<br>includes a teaching commitment, with the successful candidate modelling
<br>outstanding classroom practice and setting the standard for excellence across
<br>the Secondary phase. Further details regarding the scope of the role,
<br>responsibilities and person specification can be found in the attached Job
<br>Description.
<br><br>
We are looking for certain
<br><br>
<b>qualities:</b><br>
·
<br>The Assistant Headteacher should hold as a minimum,
<br>bachelor’s degree in education with PGCE or equivalent. Tertiary
<br>qualifications such as NPQSL are desirable but not
<br>essential.
<br><br>
·
<br>Minimum 3–5 years’ middle
<br>leadership experience. Proven leadership experience with responsibility for
<br>teaching, learning and curriculum.
<br><br>
·
<br>The successful candidate will be an exceptional
<br>classroom practitioner with proven leadership experience in improving teaching
<br>quality across departments. They will demonstrate strong pedagogical knowledge
<br>across secondary pathways, experience leading impactful professional
<br>development, and the ability to build highly effective teams in a large school
<br>setting.
<br><br>
·
<br>A
<br>creative & innovative practitioner and a highly effective leader who leads
<br>by example and can inspire and motivate & develop excellence in
<br>others?through coaching and mentoring.
<br><br>
·
<br>Build and develop highly effective teams,
<br>organisational structures and academic processes
<br><br>
with an ability to delegate work and support
<br>colleagues in undertaking their responsibilities.
<br><br>
·
<br>Ability to build
<br>and maintain outstanding relationships
<br><br>
·
<br>Ability to remain positive and
<br>enthusiastic when working under pressure
<br><br>
·
<br>Ability to organise work, prioritise
<br>tasks, make decisions and manage time effectively
<br><br>
?
<br><br>
<b>Our Offer:</b><br>
·
<br>Excellent
<br>tax-free salary
<br><br>
·
<br>Furnished
<br>Accommodation·
<br>Medical
<br>Insurance for self, spouse & 2 dependents ·
<br>Annual Flights for
<br>self, spouse & 2 dependents
<br><br>
·
<br>Tuition
<br>Fee Concession for up to 2 minor dependent(s)
<br><br>
·
<br>State-of-the-art facilities and
<br>amenities in a newly built campus in a prime location in Dubai
<br><br>
·
<br>An
<br>enthusiastic learning community of students, teachers, parents, and Board
<br>members, who are dedicated to maximise
<br>student achievement, and creating positive learning opportunities in and out of
<br>the classroom.
<br><br>
·
<br>Working
<br>within a team of highly driven and supportive colleagues
<br><br>
·
<br>Excellent
<br>professional development
<br><br>
·
<br>Working
<br>in Dubai, one of the world’s most sought-after
<br>work and travel destinations
<br><br>
<b>Application Process:</b><br>
If you are ready to take on a role
<br>that will challenge and inspire you, Sunmarke School offers an exceptional
<br>opportunity to make a lasting impact. We are seeking a dynamic,
<br>research-informed and forward-thinking leader who is passionate about ensuring
<br>every learner has access to the highest standards of education and opportunity.
<br>In return, you will join a rapidly evolving and ambitious organisation, where
<br>you will play a central role in shaping our future growth and contributing
<br>meaningfully to the continued success of our Secondary School.
<br><br>
Candidates are invited to complete
<br><br>
<b>our Online Application by visiting:</b><br>
https://forteseducation.com/Careers/Current-Openings
<br><br>
Interviews
<br>will take place either face-to-face in Dubai or by video conferencing if
<br>the applicant is not based in Dubai.
<br><br>
<b>Appointment Start Date:</b> August
<br>2026
<br><br>
<b>Closing Date:</b> Wednesday, 4th
<br>March 2026, 12 p.m. (UAE time)
<br><br>
Successful candidates will
<br>be invited to participate in our Assessment Centre either
<br>in person or online from Wednesday 11th March
<br>to Thursday, 12th March 2026. Please
<br>note that due to the expected volume of applications, only shortlisted
<br>candidates will be contacted for an interview.
<br><br>
Safer Recruitment Statement
<br><br>
Fortes Education is
<br>committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Policies for
<br>safer recruitment are aligned with the recommendations of the International
<br>Task Force on Child Protection. At Sunmarke School, we hold ourselves to a high
<br>standard of effective practices in relation to child protection, and we are
<br>committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
<br><br>
We expect all staff
<br>and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject
<br>to various background checks, including receipt of satisfactory references,
<br>proof of relevant qualifications, identification, and police checks, including
<br>overseas checks.

Assistant Head of Secondary – Teaching & Learning

<div><p>Aldar Education is seeking an outstanding Assistant Principal (Primary) to join Muna British Academy in Abu Dhabi, commencing in August 2026.
</p><p>Since our establishment in 2009, we have built and maintained a strong reputation for excellence, consistently achieving an <b>&ldquo;Outstanding&rdquo; </b>ADEK rating since 2015. In <b>August 2025 </b>, Muna British Academy relocated to a <b>state-of-the-art campus </b>in the prestigious <b>Saadiyat Lagoons </b>community. This move has enabled us to expand our provision&mdash;now welcoming students from <b>FS1 to Year 8 </b>, with plans to extend to <b>Year 13 </b>in the near future&mdash;within an inspiring environment that supports our mission of delivering exceptional education.
</p><p>Our new campus features world-class facilities designed to foster academic excellence, creativity, and personal growth. This relocation marks the next exciting chapter in our journey and offers an unparalleled opportunity for our community to grow and thrive in a premier educational setting.
</p><p>As we continue to expand our secondary year groups in the upcoming academic year, this is a fantastic opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of schools and contribute to shaping the future of Abu Dhabi&rsquo;s leading educational group.
</p><p>Successful candidates will be closely aligned with <b>our core values and ethos </b>and will demonstrate a genuine understanding and appreciation of the <b>values and culture of the region </b>.</p></div>
<br><div><p><b>Minimum Qualifications:
</b></p><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in education or B.Sc. degree with PGCE is essential. Desirable Master's degree
</li></ul><p><b>Minimum Experience:
</b></p><ul><li>At least 6 years' experience, including 4 consecutive years teaching performance exceeds standards and expectations as evidenced by performance appraisal
</li><li>At least 2 years' experience in middle leadership role
</li><li>Experience of leading school initiatives that have led to improvement in standards and achievement.
</li><li>Experience working with parents and external agencies.
</li></ul><p><b>Job Specifics, Knowledge &amp; Skills:
</b></p><ul><li>Secure knowledge of teaching and learning and a track record of implementing effective strategies to raise standards and plug gaps in learning.
</li><li>Ability to work with data and be effective in using data to diagnose, intervene and evaluate impact upon learning.
</li><li>Ability to organize tasks
</li><li>Ability to handle multiple tasks
</li><li>Ability to exercise good judgment
</li><li>Must possess leadership skills
</li><li>Must appropriately handle confidential information Requirements
</li></ul><p>This job description is not all inclusive. Aldar Education reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are also mindful of our national development strategy and encourage UAE Nationals in their application at our company.
</p><p><b>Aldar Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and police clearance</b></p></div>
<br><div><p><b>Job Purpose:
</b></p><p>The Assistant Principal &ndash; Pastoral (Primary Phase) provides strategic and operational leadership for pastoral care across the primary school. The post holder will lead on areas including safeguarding, behaviour, wellbeing, and school events, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment in which all students can succeed.
</p><p>Working closely with the Head of Primary, and leaders across the whole-through school, the Assistant Principal will contribute to whole-school development including curriculum design while maintaining a strong focus on student wellbeing.
</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Key Responsibilities
</b></h2><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Safeguarding and Child Protection
</b></h3><ul><li>Act as <b>Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) </b>for the Primary Phase (or Deputy DSL as appropriate)
</li><li>Ensure safeguarding policies and procedures meet <b>ADEK, UAE, and international best-practice requirements
</b></li><li>Lead safeguarding training for staff and ensure consistent implementation
</li><li>Manage concerns, referrals, and records with confidentiality and professionalism
</li><li>Liaise with external agencies, parents, and senior leaders as required
</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Behaviour and Wellbeing
</b></h3><ul><li>Lead and implement the <b>Primary Behaviour Policy </b>, promoting positive behaviour and high expectations
</li><li>Support staff with behaviour management strategies and restorative approaches
</li><li>Monitor behaviour data, identifying trends and implementing targeted interventions
</li><li>Promote pupil wellbeing, emotional regulation, and resilience
</li><li>Support children with additional pastoral or social-emotional needs
</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Pastoral Leadership
</b></h3><ul><li>Provide leadership and line management to pastoral staff, including phase leaders, SEN, and wellbeing teams as appropriate
</li><li>Support class teachers in managing pastoral concerns and parental communication
</li><li>Build strong relationships with students, staff, and families
</li><li>Ensure consistent pastoral practices across all primary year groups
</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Strategic and Whole-School Contribution
</b></h3><ul><li>Contribute to the school&rsquo;s strategic development plan, particularly in pastoral care and wellbeing
</li><li>Work collaboratively with secondary colleagues to ensure continuity across phases
</li><li>Support inspection processes, including self-evaluation and quality assurance
</li><li>Undertake additional leadership responsibilities as directed by the Head of Primary</li></ul></div>

Assistant Principal(Primary)/Muna British Academy (AY 2026-2027)

Jet Aviation

<div><div><div><div><div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Senior Facility Manager - Middle East
</b></h1></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Location:
Dubai, AE
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Flexible Work Arrangement: Onsite
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Job Category: SCM (Procurement, Logistics, Stores)
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Career Level: Management
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Requisition Id: 5395
</div></div></div></div><div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Position Summary</b></h2>
</div><div><div>
<div><div><div><div><p>As Senior Facility Manager &ndash; Middle East (Aviation MRO), you will be responsible for the end-to-end management of all facility management activities across the Middle East region.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p>
The role will report functionally to the future Director Supply Chain Management (SCM) &amp; Real Estate &ndash; Middle East, and will work in close coordination with the VP SCM &amp; Real Estate, located at the regional headquarters, as well as with headquarters Real Estate and Facility Management functions.</p>
<p>
You will oversee the operation, maintenance, compliance, and continuous improvement of existing MRO facilities, while actively contributing to the planning, development, and delivery of new facilities in support of the company&rsquo;s regional growth strategy.</p>
<p>
Acting as a senior interface between all internal departments, leadership, airport authorities, and external service providers, you will ensure that facilities are safe, compliant, scalable, and aligned with regional needs.</p></div></div><br>
</div>
</div></div></div></div><p></p><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Main Responsibilities</b></h2>
</div><div><div><div><div><div><div><ul><li>Lead and manage facility and real estate projects across Middle East MRO sites, including upgrades, refurbishments, and operational improvements, requiring independent judgment and technical expertise. Work closely with local teams to ensure uninterrupted MRO operations and business continuity.</li>
<li>Support regional growth activities and new facility development.</li>
<li>Manage and follow up on regional (Middle East) real estate, facility services, and maintenance contracts, ensuring alignment with global standards, local regulations, and operational requirements.</li>
<li>Maintain complete and accurate facility and real estate contract administration, including budget tracking, cost control, and support of annual OPEX and CAPEX planning. Prepare regular facility performance reports, dashboards, and documentation.</li>
<li>Plan, organize, and monitor facility management processes and service delivery, ensuring compliance with policies, standards, SLAs, and aviation/MRO requirements, while delivering a consistently high level of service quality.</li>
<li>Act as the primary interface for internal and external stakeholders, including executive leadership, MRO operations, engineering, quality, safety, airport authorities, landlords, suppliers, and service providers.</li>
<li>Coordinate, develop, and continuously optimize facility services and technical maintenance activities, including minor plant and infrastructure repairs, utilities, and building systems, while overseeing all CMMS-driven ticketing activities.</li>
<li>Ensure timely response and effective follow-up on all facility-related requests and incidents, providing guidance and decision-making support to resolve day-to-day operational issues. Support leadership activities, audits, inspections, and company or customer events.</li>
<li>Review, evaluate, and manage contractor and vendor performance, including cost justification, manpower efficiency, compliance, and service quality. Act as the senior point of contact between the company and external service providers.</li>
<li>Ensure the operability, reliability, and continuous improvement of facility systems through coordination with vendors, contractors, and effective use of CMMS tools and performance metrics.</li>
<li>Lead space management activities, including layout optimization, capacity planning, and coordination of inter-office or inter-facility moves in support of operational growth.</li>
<li>Ensure full compliance with occupational health, safety, fire life safety, and environmental requirements, in accordance with local Middle East regulations, airport authority rules, and company standards, while proactively minimizing operational and safety risks.</li>
<li>Act as the key interface between Facility Management and EHS, managing hazards, incidents, investigations, and corrective actions related to facility operations.</li></ul></div><br>
</div><br>
</div></div></div></div></div><p></p><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Minimum Requirements</b></h2>
</div><div><div><div><div><div><div><ul><li>Master&rsquo;s degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Construction Management, or a related technical field.</li>
<li>8+ years of experience in facility management, ideally within aviation MRO, aerospace, industrial, or mission-critical environments.</li>
<li>Proven project management experience, including major construction projects, facility expansions, and large-scale renovations.</li>
<li>Demonstrated experience managing technical facilities (hangars, workshops, utilities, critical infrastructure).</li>
<li>Experience managing facility services contracts, vendors, and OPEX/CAPEX budgets.</li>
<li>Strong stakeholder management and delivery skills.</li>
<li>Proficient in Microsoft Office.</li>
<li>Fluent in English; Arabic is a strong advantage.</li>
<li>Willingness to travel within the region as required.</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Senior Facility Manager - Middle East

RGH-Global | People Services

<div>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Project Director &ndash; Construction
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Location:
  </strong>
  Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Salary:
  </strong>
  <em>
   Highly Competitive
  </em>
  &ndash; typically
  <strong>
   USD 115,795 &ndash; USD 217,116 per year
  </strong>
  (depending on seniority &amp; experience)
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Languages:
  </strong>
  Chinese &amp; English (Fluent); Arabic preferred
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Sector:
  </strong>
  Biotechnology &middot; Industrial Construction &middot; Large‑Scale Infrastructure
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Employment Type:
  </strong>
  Full-time, On-site
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Employer Overview
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  A major public-sector organisation within the
  <strong>
   biotechnology and advanced research sector
  </strong>
  is undergoing a significant global expansion. Headquartered in Asia, the employer is recognised for:
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   <strong>
    World-leading R&amp;D capabilities
   </strong>
  </li>
  <li>
   <strong>
    Strategic investment in global biotech and industrial infrastructure
   </strong>
  </li>
  <li>
   <strong>
    Large-scale project delivery across international markets
   </strong>
  </li>
  <li>
   <strong>
    A strong commitment to innovation, sustainability, and technology localisation
   </strong>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  The company is rapidly developing its footprint across the
  <strong>
   Middle East
  </strong>
  , with major industrial, logistics, and biotech facilities in Saudi Arabia and the UAE. This expansion requires seasoned leadership capable of driving complex project delivery in fast-growing, high-impact environments.
 </p>
 <p>
  This is a rare opportunity for a senior construction professional to shape the regional execution of cutting-edge biotech and industrial infrastructure projects.
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Position Overview: Project Director
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  The
  <strong>
   Project Director
  </strong>
  will serve as the senior-most leader overseeing project management, construction execution, technology localisation, and multidisciplinary coordination across major Middle East projects. This is a high-visibility leadership position responsible for the successful delivery of strategic industrial and logistics developments.
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Key Responsibilities
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   1. Regional Project Leadership
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Lead all construction and project management activities across Saudi Arabia and the UAE.
  </li>
  <li>
   Represent the client-side (Party A) in major offshore and local contractor engagements.
  </li>
  <li>
   Oversee project lifecycle management from design through execution and commissioning.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <strong>
   2. Contracting Strategy &amp; Multi-Prime Management
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Manage complex projects delivered through
   <strong>
    multiple prime contracts
   </strong>
   or
   <strong>
    parallel contracting models
   </strong>
   .
  </li>
  <li>
   Provide senior-level interface management between contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <strong>
   3. Compliance, Governance &amp; Market Awareness
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Maintain expert understanding of regional construction laws, policies, and approval regulations.
  </li>
  <li>
   Ensure compliance across all project phases while proactively identifying and mitigating territory-specific risks.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <strong>
   4. Technical &amp; Design Coordination
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Interpret and adapt technical standards such as
   <strong>
    Saudi Building Code (SBC)
   </strong>
   and the
   <strong>
    UAE Fire &amp; Life Safety Code
   </strong>
   .
  </li>
  <li>
   Lead harmonisation between domestic engineering outputs and local engineering requirements.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <strong>
   5. Localisation of Advanced Technologies
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Translate domestic R&amp;D and technical innovations into feasible Middle East applications.
  </li>
  <li>
   Optimise and localise engineering solutions to ensure cost efficiency, constructability, and regulatory compliance.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <strong>
   6. Cross-Cultural and Multi-National Leadership
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Serve as the communication bridge between domestic technical teams and Middle East project teams.
  </li>
  <li>
   Build cohesive relationships across design, supervision, supply chain, and subcontractor networks.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <strong>
   7. Procurement &amp; Supply Chain Alignment
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Conduct local market analysis for materials and equipment.
  </li>
  <li>
   Work with procurement teams to define supply chain strategies, supplier selection, and contract technical terms.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <strong>
   8. On-site Oversight &amp; Technical Assurance
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Deliver technical briefings to construction teams and validate site-level execution.
  </li>
  <li>
   Ensure all work meets quality, safety, budget, and schedule expectations.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <strong>
   9. Issue Resolution &amp; Continuous Improvement
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Identify and resolve design, technical, or progress-related challenges.
  </li>
  <li>
   Collect feedback and data to support ongoing optimisation of processes and technical solutions.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Candidate Requirements
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Education
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in
   <strong>
    Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture
   </strong>
   , or related field.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Experience
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   8&ndash;12+ years of senior project or construction management experience in the Middle East.
  </li>
  <li>
   Proven leadership in
   <strong>
    industrial plants, logistics real estate, or infrastructure megaprojects
   </strong>
   .
  </li>
  <li>
   Client-side (Party A) experience is highly advantageous.
  </li>
  <li>
   Strong exposure to multi-prime contracting, parallel contracting, and interface-heavy environments.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Technical Expertise
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Strong understanding of regional regulatory requirements and authority approval pathways.
  </li>
  <li>
   Sound knowledge of construction costs, procurement strategies, and major project challenges.
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience with project management systems such as
   <strong>
    Aconex, Procore, Primavera, BIM
   </strong>
   .
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Languages &amp; Cultural Fit
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Fluency in
   <strong>
    Chinese &amp; English
   </strong>
   required; Arabic proficiency strongly preferred.
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to manage diverse, multinational teams and operate in a high-paced environment.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Skills &amp; Competencies
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Exceptional leadership and stakeholder management
  </li>
  <li>
   Outstanding communication and coordination skills
  </li>
  <li>
   Strong commercial awareness and cost management capability
  </li>
  <li>
   Strategic problem solver with hands-on execution ability
  </li>
  <li>
   High adaptability in multicultural and evolving project environments
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Role Structure &amp; Hiring Process
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Based full-time on-site at the project headquarters in
   <strong>
    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
   </strong>
  </li>
  <li>
   Direct reporting to the departmental director
  </li>
  <li>
   Two-stage international interview process
  </li>
  <li>
   Immediate or near-immediate joining preferred
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Why This Role Is Attractive
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Shape the delivery of
   <strong>
    major biotech and industrial infrastructure
   </strong>
   in a rapidly growing region
  </li>
  <li>
   Senior strategic leadership role with global exposure
  </li>
  <li>
   Tax-efficient salary structures in Saudi Arabia
  </li>
  <li>
   Opportunity to drive technology localisation in a groundbreaking sector
  </li>
  <li>
   Work within a high-growth, innovation-centric organisation with long-term security
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
 </p>
</div>


Project Director

Zachary Daniels

<div>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Regional Wholesale Manager - Middle East (Dubai Based)
   <br/>
  </strong>
  Premium Beauty &amp; Personal Care | Retail &amp; Distribution | Regional Growth
 </p>
 <p>
  We are partnering with a globally recognised premium beauty and personal care brand, renowned for its strong retail presence and high-quality product portfolio, to appoint a commercially driven Sales Manager for the Middle East.
 </p>
 <p>
  This role will take full ownership of regional sales performance across multiple retail channels, working closely with distributors and key retail partners to accelerate growth and elevate execution in market.
 </p>
 <p>
  You will act as the commercial lead for the region - shaping sell-in and sell-out strategies, strengthening distributor capability and building influential relationships with major department stores, leading malls and high-quality independent retailers.
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </p>
 The Opportunity
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <p>
  This is a high-impact, hands-on role suited to someone who understands the nuances of premium retail across the Middle East. You will be responsible for driving performance through sharper forecasting, stronger distributor leadership and consistent in-store excellence, while identifying new opportunities to expand brand presence across key retail doors.
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </p>
 Key Responsibilities
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <ul>
  <li>
   <p>
    Lead, coach and manage distributor partners to deliver against ambitious regional sales targets
   </p>
  </li>
  <li>
   <p>
    Develop and execute annual sell-out plans, tracking performance weekly and monthly
   </p>
  </li>
  <li>
   <p>
    Own the end-to-end sell-in process, including forecasting, stock planning and assortment strategy
   </p>
  </li>
  <li>
   <p>
    Build and maintain strong commercial relationships with department stores, major malls and independent retail partners across the region
   </p>
  </li>
  <li>
   <p>
    Ensure flawless execution of in-store activations in line with global brand guidelines
   </p>
  </li>
  <li>
   <p>
    Align A&amp;P investment and trade initiatives with overall commercial objectives
   </p>
  </li>
  <li>
   <p>
    Partner cross-functionally with marketing, education and supply chain to ensure seamless execution
   </p>
  </li>
  <li>
   <p>
    Monitor financial performance including payments, rebates and account statements
   </p>
  </li>
  <li>
   <p>
    Conduct regular market visits to review performance, identify opportunities and address operational needs
    <br/>
    <br/>
   </p>
  </li>
 </ul>
 What We're Looking For
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <ul>
  <li>
   <p>
    Proven sales leadership experience within premium or luxury branded goods, beauty, personal care, FMCG or a comparable consumer category
   </p>
  </li>
  <li>
   <p>
    Demonstrated success managing distributors and developing key retail accounts across the Middle East
   </p>
  </li>
  <li>
   <p>
    Existing relationships, or strong experience building partnerships, with department stores, leading malls and independent retailers
   </p>
  </li>
  <li>
   <p>
    Highly commercial mindset with strong forecasting and analytical capability
   </p>
  </li>
  <li>
   <p>
    Confident stakeholder manager with excellent negotiation and influencing skills
   </p>
  </li>
  <li>
   <p>
    Hands-on, entrepreneurial approach with a willingness to be regularly in market
    <br/>
    <br/>
   </p>
  </li>
 </ul>
 Why This Role?
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <ul>
  <li>
   <p>
    Ownership of a strategically important region with strong growth potential
   </p>
  </li>
  <li>
   <p>
    Opportunity to shape commercial strategy while remaining close to key retail partners
   </p>
  </li>
  <li>
   <p>
    High visibility with regional leadership and cross-functional international teams
   </p>
  </li>
  <li>
   <p>
    A fast-paced, premium brand environment that values initiative, collaboration and results
   </p>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  If you are a commercially astute Sales Manager with a track record of building powerful retail relationships and driving distributor-led growth in the Middle East, this is an exceptional opportunity to make a significant regional impact.
 </p>
 <p>
  BH35539
 </p>
</div>


Commercial Sales Manager

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