Experience

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  Lycée français international georges pompidou

  Oct 2005 - Sept 2007

  Fm - administrator

  French School Sharjah (Lycee Georges Pompidou) On behalf of G4S FM LLC, The world’s 2nd largest security & Facilities Management company which provides security services and cash-in-transit facilities, working as FM AdministratorKey Responsibilities Include:Liaising with Principal and the Administration Manager regarding school facilities and operations.

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  Victoria international school of sharjah uae

  Sept 2007 - Jul 2015

  Operations coordinator

  Executed management academic facilities, including administration of recreational, mail, space, office, and office services. Guided academic personnel through submission of purchase orders and invoices. Gathered relevant data for creation of departmental budgets in line with management and finance division framework. Aided with human resources activities, such as monitoring absenteeism, tracking time and attendance, reviewing leave applications, and orchestrating personnel training. Planned travel arrangements for support staff and teachers. Ensured safety and wellbeing of personnel and learners by facilitating security, emergency response, and physical inspections/Protected school’s profit margins by partnering with staff to track actual spending against allocated funds and initiating necessary changes. Show less

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  Gems education

  Aug 2015 - Feb 2017

  Manager - school operations

  Designed operational programs and initiatives based on holistic performance management approach to optimise efficiency. Formulated processes and protocols in line with Knowledge and Human Development Authority, Civil Defence, Dubai Health Authority, and school policies. Arranged GEMS internal audit, health and safety inspections, and swimming pool audit. Organised apartments, furniture, Ejari registration, and Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) for teachers’ accommodation. Coordinated procurement of operating expenditure, capital expenditure, and international teaching material from Australia, China, India, and UK. Minimized exposure to legal, financial, and operational risk by conducting strategic oversight of health and safety committee, which involved mitigating risks, developing fire evacuation plans, and coordinating lockdown and fire drills.Supervised support staff, maintenance personnel, bus drivers, storekeeper, and nurse while ensuring maximum productivity. Show less

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  Victoria international school of sharjah al tawun

  Feb 2017 - Aug 2021

  Operations manager school

  Created policies and processes as put forward by SPEA and Ministry of Education covering EHS, process improvement, and school development. Headed health and safety committee and designed fire evacuation plans as well as fire and lockdown drills. Coordinated VISS internal audit, health and safety inspections, and swimming pool checks. Arranged maintenance of school facilities, including planning repairs, safety inspections, security management, and landscaping. Anticipated and promptly resolved school issues. Facilitated reduction of repair expenditure by creating PPM to schedule timely, routine repairs resulting in fewer large-scale, expensive repairs. Revised AMCs (annual maintenance contracts) as per School needs, by reducing manpower without compromising quality and save 40% cost during Covid-19 pandemic and put on hold those activities which were not allowed by health authority Saved fix and variable cost. Show less

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  Victoria international school of sharjah al tawun & maleha campuses

  Aug 2021 - Mar 2022

  Operations manager schools

  Formulate and enforce school improvement and development in line with Sharjah Private Education Authority (SPEA) and Ministry of Education guidelines. Ensure adherence to environment, health, and safety (EHS) standards. Coordinate maintenance of both campuses, including repairs and relocations. Control implementation of Covid safety protocols. Spearhead event management processes. Analyse and mitigate emerging risks. Prepare budget covering landscaping, repairs, building improvements, refurbishments, and safety and security expenditure. Partner with Principal in management of business continuity, emergency response, facility inspections, and safety protocols. Ensure delivery of service level agreements by cultivating positive relationships with vendors.Enabled increased life expectancy of school assets by developing PPM plans to prevent premature replacement of equipment and furniture.Reduced operational costs by developing and executing efficient resource allocation strategy. Show less

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  Victoria international schools 'group - (viss group)

  Feb 2022 - now

  Group facility manager

  Strategic Facility Planning:Develop and implement strategic facilities plan in alignment with the organization's goals and objectives.Budget and Resource Management: Develop and manage the annual facility budget, ensuring efficient utilization of resources and alignment with strategic goals. Identify cost-saving opportunities and negotiate contracts with vendors and service providers.Facility Maintenance and Operations: Oversee all school facilities' maintenance, operations, and safety to ensure a conducive learning environment.Compliance and Regulations: Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations about school facilities, safety, and accessibility.Security and Safety: Develop and implement comprehensive security protocols and safety measures to safeguard students, staff, and school facilities.Space Planning and Utilization: Optimize the layout and utilization of spaces to support the evolving educational needs and pedagogical approaches.Vendor and Contractor Management: Select, manage, and negotiate contracts with vendors and contractors to ensure high-quality services and cost-effectiveness. Evaluate vendor performance and manage relationships to ensure service excellence.Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate closely with school administrators, educational leadership, and other stakeholders to understand and address facility requirements and priorities.Leadership and Team Management: Provide strong leadership, guidance, and mentorship to the facilities team, promoting a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.Record Keeping and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of facility management, projects, contracts, and financial expenditures. Prepare and present regular reports to senior management, summarizing facility performance, projects, and budget utilization. Show less