Assistant Manager School Facilities

Assistant Manager School FacilitiesJob Description Embrace and encourage the ethos and standards of excellence as defined in the GEMS Core Values.In conjunction with School Operations Manager, develop a system for cleaning, repair and maintenance of school facilities, both during term time and over school holidays for major operations.Coordinate all building maintenance issues ensuring that safety and security systems are in place and maintained according to the Preventive Maintenance Schedule and that the water, sanitation and electrical systems are safe and meet relevant Ministry Regulations.Assess the current condition of electrical, air conditioning, plumbing and other essential facilities and equipment, ensuring regular maintenance and service schedules are followed. Liaise with procurement team to consolidate all annual maintenance contracts and maintain the expected quality from all suppliers.In conjunction with the School Operations Manager, coordinate and supervise, where appropriate, the allocation of work, and formulation of work schedules of ancillary employees and subcontractor personnel to ensure adequate coverage at all times.Supervise the day to day operations of the allocated support staff accommodation facility ensuring that residents’ welfare is maintained at all times and that all legal, HSE and related policies are adhered to thereby providing a safe and secure environment for the residents.Be on call for staff and campus emergencies.Receive all repair and maintenance requests from staff relating to the school building, staff housing and campus facilities in general. Prioritize and coordinate work schedules to a high level of efficiency and customer satisfaction.Coordinate the school’s transportation requirements to ensure that all students and employees are transported to and from the school in a safe and effective manner. Supervise the STS school representative and transport foreman to ensure the provision of a high level of service to parents.To support the school admin team in improving the adherence to the GEMS school policies on procurement. Advise disposal / condemnation of old / unused assets in a timely manner and in line with the assets disposal policy, and encourage procurement automation system and support to implement the system in GEMS at the earliest possible.Assist and co-ordinate through the School Operations Manager to ensure that health, safety and hygiene mechanisms are effective so as to provide a safe environment for students. The guidelines from government authorities with regards to health and safety are to be effectively communicated to schools and ensure the schools follow it without fail.Implement all Emergency programs; ensure all equipment is maintained, conduct inspection and drills, ensure compliance with codes and regulations, and train all employees to ensure a safe environment which protect company assets and personnel.Ensure the GEMS policies, procedures, and codes of conduct are followed at all times.Initiate effort and energy beyond the typical work day, where the tasks require additional commitment.Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.Perform other duties as requested by direct & dotted reporting line managers / supervisors.SkillsAssistant ManagerJob Location Dubai, UAE Company Industry Education Job Role Administration Career Level Mid Career - Over 2 years experience Years of Experience Min: 5 Max: 10 GEMS LEGACY SCHOOL - DUBAIEducation Dubai, United Arab Emirates A Legacy of Leadership, Resilience and Sustainability. The GEMS Legacy School is born of the belief that what we do for ourselves fades away but what we do for others will remain as our legacy. The school aims to develop leaders who will change the world through their thoughts and actions. The lives we touch will carry the impression of our fingerprints into the future. That is the lega... cy of leadership we wish to leave behind. Our vision, values and mission align itself with the shifts in the global economy, society and environment. The GEMS Legacy School prepares students to become leaders and helps students build the skills and competencies for success and leadership in the emerging creative economy. We aim to orient our students’ academic experiences to become critically engaged citizens dedicated to solving problems and contributing to the public good. The GEMS Legacy School will innovate to address shifts in the global economy, society and environment that require individuals to grapple with complex problems, pursue more fluid and flexible career pathways and collaboratively create change. We desire to change the status quo through creativity and innovation – both in what and how we teach and in the intellectual ambitions of the school itself. We invest in the growth of both new and veteran teachers, helping them create rigorous and stimulating learning environments where students love to learn and teachers love to teach. We offer a comprehensive suite of professional development, coaching, and online tools to improve curriculum design, instruction, school culture, leadership, and assessment practices. Teachers engage in 150 hours of professional development in a year through the E3 Professional Development Program. Action Research and Case Studies help teacher deepen their pedagogy and give them greater insights into how children learn at all levels.