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Job Description

General Manager – Join Our Talent Pool


Make a Difference Every Day


Be Part of a World-Class Team


Serco Middle East has been transforming public services since 1947, delivering excellence across sectors like Transport, Healthcare, Citizen Services, and Defence. Our partnerships with government and semi-government entities reflect our commitment to world-class service delivery, and we’re proud of the achievements we’ve made together.


As part of our continuous growth in the region, we’re building a talent pool for future opportunities, including a potential role for a General Manager specializing in Integrated Facilities Management (IFM). This is not an active role but an opportunity to express your interest in upcoming openings.


Key Accountabilities


While this is not a current vacancy, the following responsibilities represent the type of work anticipated for this role:


  • Report to the Citizen Services & Defense Operations Director, managing stakeholder relationships across a wide range of client representatives.
  • Oversee the overall delivery and performance of a multiservice IFM contract, including Estates Management, Support Services, and Soft Services.
  • Drive and deliver transformation programs for second-generation IFM service delivery contracts.
  • Ensure the implementation of integrated asset management technology platforms, delivered on time and fully functional as per contract commitments.
  • Manage Serco’s Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and their appointed specialist providers.
  • Lead “Operational Excellence” initiatives by adopting and implementing LEAN strategies and processes.

What We Are Looking For in Our Candidates


We’re seeking a candidate with:


  • Knowledge of both international and local (UAE) statutory and legislated requirements for managing large properties.
  • Experience in delivering customer/client excellence in high-profile and executive facilities.
  • Proven leadership skills with the ability to develop close working relationships with clients, ensuring mutual success and contract longevity.
  • A strong commitment to continuous improvement processes and exceptional customer service.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and proven ability to effectively communicate with all levels of management, employees, customers, contractors, and stakeholders.

Specific Requirements


  • Minimum of 10 years of experience managing within a Facilities Management (FM) environment.


  • At least 5 years of experience managing multi-disciplined people managers, including support functions (e.g., finance, procurement).
  • Proven ability to lead a diverse, multi-cultured, multi-disciplined workforce to achieve high-quality service delivery.
  • In-depth knowledge of asset management, including delivery of ISO 55001 standards.
  • Extensive experience with CAFM systems such as FSI Concept Evolution, IBM Maximo, or Tririga.
  • Demonstrated ability to deliver digital asset management strategies.
  • Financial management expertise, with a proven ability to control and meet budget objectives.
  • Degree in Facilities Management or a related qualification.

Why Serco?


At Serco, every team member contributes to delivering essential public services worldwide. By joining our talent pool, you’ll position yourself to be part of a team that’s redesigning and improving public services for the benefit of everyone.


What We Offer


When you join Serco in the future, you’ll enjoy access to our Global Employee Networks, including:


  • SercoInspire (Gender)
  • SercoEmbrace (Multicultural)
  • SercoUnlimited (Disability)

These networks are driven by colleagues passionate about fostering diversity, inclusion, and belonging.


Express Your Interest


If you’re a highly motivated, adaptable, and skilled professional interested in shaping the future of public services with Serco, we’d love to hear from you. Submit your application to join our talent pool and stay connected for updates on future roles.


Together, let’s make a difference every day.


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