School Facilities Supervisor - Immediate Start - Abu Dhabi
Job description / Role
Employment: Full Time
Job description
At GEMS Firstpoint School, we are committed to providing a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for our students, staff, and visitors. Our facilities are a vital part of our community, and we are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented school facilities supervisor to join our team.
The school facilities supervisor will be responsible for overseeing the maintenance, safety, and security of the school premises. This includes managing custodial staff, coordinating with contractors, and ensuring that all facilities are in excellent condition to support the educational needs of our students.
To provide specific operational support to the school to assist in the efficient management of school maintenance of facilities.- Embrace and encourage the ethos and standards of excellence as defined in the GEMS core values.
- Support the facilities and operations department in implementing staff related policies.
- Establish a good working relationship with support staff to ensure efficient task allocation and follow through on assignments.
- Conduct regular, effective and purposeful support staff observations, with focused feedback to supervisors.
- Support staff in developing assessment practices to drive high standards of development and productivity.
- Ensure the GEMS policies, procedures, and codes of conduct are followed at all times.
- Initiate effort and energy beyond the typical workday, where the tasks require additional commitment.
- Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
- Perform other duties as requested by direct and dotted reporting line managers or supervisors.
- Good organizational skills
- An ability to work under pressure
- Good English language skills including reading, writing, and speaking
- A willing ability to multitask
- A minimum of 1 year's experience in a similar position
- Completion of secondary education as a minimum. Library or stock control.
- GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students and staff. A UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments.
- High school diploma
About the Company
GEMS Education is a pioneering education company with an international network of award winning K-12 schools. Over the past 55 years GEMS has grown from one school to being a truly global company with one incredible mission – to make quality education available to every student.Over 20,000 education professionals unlock the potential of over 250,000 students across 14 countries each and every day, preparing children of all ages for real world success.
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