Facilities Manager
The Hamilton International School
Qatar
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 01 August 2025
- Apply by:
- 9 December 2025
Job overview
Job Purpose
The main purpose of the Facilities and Health & Safety (H & S) Manager is to maintain the school facilities and accommodation, manage school transport, supervise school campus cleaning and coordinate the information, monitoring and implementation of the school Health and Safety policy and reporting. It is also to ensure that the school complies with the requirements of legislation and to act as the school’s Health and Safety Officer. Facilities and Health & Safety (H & S) Manager oversees the budget and must negotiate with outside vendors for supplies, repairs and other measures.
Key Duties and Areas of Responsibility
School & School Accommodation Overall Maintenance Management
In charge for all school and school accommodation maintenance
Ensure all request for maintenance are completed
Procedure is established for maintain a track of all maintenance work accomplished
Technical and logistic support for whole school
Mentoring support for pupils at risk of becoming disengaged with school
Developing a litter free site and local environment
Developing a recycling-based working environment
To be able to undertake maintenance duties as required improving and supporting the safe and effective operation of the site
To work with the Site Team during school holidays in support of a ‘Program of Works’ – including organizing, decorating and arranging the school setup
Ensuring all maintenance contracts are recorded and tracked
Site based Health and Safety Risk Assessments and Compliance
To undertake and review at least annually, all site-based Health and Safety policies, Risk Assessments, practices and procedure and to ensure that the site is safe for students, staff and visitors
Liaise with external H&S audit agencies and provide reports/data as needed to ensure school is fully compliant with all legislative requirements
To undertake regular inspections of the school premises to identify any potential hazards and be the first point of contact for dealing with identified hazards in the school
To establish and implement a system for reporting hazards, through regular liaison with the maintenance department
Ensure that access and egress to site is maintained to minimize health and safety risks to acceptable levels and maintain access to site for emergency services
To be responsible for conducting fire drills and monitoring their effectiveness
To provide a report to The Principal and SLT (Senior Leadership Team) on Health & Safety issues
To liaise regularly with site manager over area of responsibility
Maintain and ensure accurate records of data in The School Management System
Transport Maintenance & Safety
Managing new student registration for transport service
Planning and implementing bus routes in conjunction with the transport coordinator
To regularly review all aspects of school buses safety including servicing/repairs and organizing appropriate training for staff
To be responsible for maintaining the booking system for the school buses, keeping the keys and ensuring that appropriate maintenance and safety checks are carried out weekly
Ensure all buses have a Leader and an Assistant, for assisting the driver and Teacher Assistant in case of emergencies
Coordinating all the transport needs of the School
First aid support and line management of first aid team
To maintain First Aid supplies and analyze first aid incidents to ensure that the school environment is as safe as possible
To ensure that an appropriate training regime is established for staff who are or who wish to become first aid qualified
To ensure that all students, staff and other members of the school are aware of the procedure when, immediate first aid is required
Customer Care
To provide quality services
To work with customers and do what needs to be done to meet their needs
Respond
to customer feedback promptly
To inform your Principal about what customers say in relation to the services delivered
The post holder will be required to dress and act at all times as an example to the pupils within the school and to create a professional image for parents and other visitors
Professional Development
To make every effort to access development opportunities and ensure time is spent identifying your professional development needs through a personal development plan
To be ready to share good practice
Ensuring the members in your team are aware of all customer and student ethics and display good and respective behaviour
Health and Safety
Emphasizes the importance of safety in all areas of the curriculum, communicating to the pupils the importance of a responsible attitude towards personal safety, the safety of others and respect for The Hamilton International School’s property and equipment
Perform playground duties on time and with due diligence to safeguard Hamilton students
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
Assist in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct
Ensure that, all the necessary health and safety rules and procedures are being followed
Maintain an awareness of all the health and safety measures to be taken when in school
Other duties and responsibilities
Any other duties that the Principal may from time to time ask the post-holder to perform
Position Requirements
Education:
Bachelors in relevant field
Health & Safety Certification
Experience: Minimum 5 years’ working experience
Language:
English is mandatory
Arabic is an advantage
Required Skills and Knowledge
Competencies:
Experience of implementing directives including the Health and Safety at Work Act in a working environment relating to fire precautions, regulations and appropriate safety procedures
Well-versed in technical/engineering operations and facilities management best practices
Evidence of practical application of sound judgment and ability to manage complex large site organizational issues
Able to present information in a concise and professional manner
Good analytical/critical thinking skills
Strong understanding of warehouse control systems
Able to read and understand complex electrical, mechanical and automation systems
Working knowledge of electrical, mechanical systems
Excellent project management skills
Well organized and able to prioritize tasks
Ability to manage self and a team effectively
To be able to initiate opportunities for self and others and to find solutions to ensure tasks are completed within specified timescales
Adaptable and self-motivated
Articulate, communicative with an outgoing pleasant manner
First Aid experience and training
Able to negotiate, persuade and motivate others
Willingness to undertake appropriate Professional Development
Excellent communication skills and command of the English language, in spoken and written form
Willing attitude to be a part of the school team
Strong sense of professionalism
Safeguarding and welfare of children
A collaborative team-player with excellent interpersonal skills
Behaviour management
Attributes:
Empathetic listener and patient
Integrity and confidentiality
Internationally minded
Emotional intelligence
Intercultural awareness, creative
Flexible and a can-do attitude
Whilst every effort has been made to explain the main duties and responsibilities of the post, each individual task undertaken may not be identified. Employees will be expected to comply with any reasonable request from a manager to undertake work that is not specified in this job description. Employees are expected to be courteous to colleagues and provide a welcoming environment to visitors and telephone callers.
The school will endeavor to make any necessary reasonable adjustments to the job and the working environment to enable access to employment opportunities for disabled job applicants or continued employment for any employee who develops a disabling condition. This job description is current at the date shown, but, in consultation with you, may be changed by the Principal to reflect or anticipate changes in the job commensurate with the grade and job title.
As a member of the staff of THIS you will need to comply with the below:
Compliance with the school's Vision, Mission and Policies
Positive Professional Relationship with all staff members are maintained.
Contact with students is on a strictly professional basis with the physical and emotional safety of students being of paramount importance.
The hours of work as arranged with the principal are strictly followed.
This position entails working with information, much of which is held in confidence. Under no circumstances is this confidentiality to be compromised.
Important Note:
ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will have to provide Criminal Background Checks for any country you have permanently lived and or worked in over the last ten years.
The International Schools Partnership
The Hamilton International School is part of The International Schools Partnership (ISP).
The International Schools Partnership (ISP) is a growing group of committed colleagues in financially responsible schools around the world, all of which aim to be the school of choice in their local area. Learning is at the heart of everything we do for our pupils, colleagues and parents. We are committed to getting better, all the time.
ISP was founded by an experienced team of committed educationalists and commercial operators who have worked together over many years. Our growing group of private schools located in the UK, the USA & Canada, Europe, Costa Rica, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Malaysia, Mexico and Peru educate children and pupils from 2-18 years of age. We have now expanded to 48 schools delivering multiple curricula and building on local brands and reputations with around 45,000 pupils and 7,000 staff located across the globe.
We believe that successful schools are the ones that put learning at the heart of everything they do, always aiming to create rounded individuals that are able to forge successful careers and lives in a rapidly changing world. Our goal is to enable our schools as the leading school of choice in their local area. We are a truly international group working in different cultures and speaking different languages. We work across countries and cultures, too, by working with each other and with other schools and communities. At ISP we continue to engage with schools around the world who are interested in becoming part of our global group of schools and look forward to welcoming more pupils and staff to the group.
All our schools:
• Help children and pupils learn to levels that amaze them.
• Inspire children and pupils to be successful now and equip them to be successful later.
• Are truly international, working in partnerships within and across regions, cultures and languages.
• Aim to be the schools of choice for children, pupils and their families, wherever we are.
The Hamilton International School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All shortlisted candidates and post holders are subject to appropriate International Criminal and Child Protection Background Checks or equivalent, covering the previous 10 years of employment history. The Hamilton International School recruit teachers in several ways including direct application to the school and through international teacher recruitment agencies and organizations.
ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply
About The Hamilton International School
- The Hamilton International School
- Building 117, Street 1117, PO Box 23512, Zone 56, Mesaimeer
- Doha
- Qatar
Since opening its doors in 2019, the Hamilton International School in Doha, Qatar, has established itself as a leading school. With a clear vision of "Igniting Passion, Purpose, and Potential," we provide educators with a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic and forward-thinking school community.
The Hamilton International School is fully accredited by NEASC and QNSA and offers the IB Diploma Programme, reflecting our dedication to providing a world-class education.
At The Hamilton International School, we foster a vibrant, inclusive, and learner-centered environment. Our unwavering belief in continuous improvement sets us apart — we are committed to "getting better every day." This philosophy drives our culture and inspires our educators, students, and community to strive for excellence in all areas.
When you join Hamilton, you also join iSP (International Schools Partnership), a global network of over 90 schools. ISP offers unique opportunities for professional collaboration, career growth, and shared best practices among educators worldwide. This connection ensures our staff remain at the forefront of global educational innovation while benefiting from the support and resources of a thriving international community.
Our school prides itself on a strong sense of community where every member feels valued and supported.
We embrace the individuality of every learner and prioritize student growth and achievement through a robust, student-focused curriculum. Our school community represents over 80 nationalities in the student body and over 20 nationalities among the staff, creating a truly diverse and inclusive environment.
Across the school, we offer:
- A bespoke international curriculum seamlessly aligned with American Common Core Standards.
- Personalized learning opportunities to support and challenge every student.
- Enriching extracurricular programs to develop well-rounded, resilient global citizens.
Our students graduate with a NEASC-accredited high school diploma and, starting in Grade 11, have the option to pursue the IB Diploma Programme. Our pathways prepare students for admission to leading universities worldwide.
The Hamilton International School offers state-of-the-art facilities, including Qatar’s largest school theatre, a 5G Astroturf football pitch, an indoor basketball court, swimming pools, tennis courts, and a fitness centre. Creative spaces like a black box theatre and soundproof music rooms foster innovation, while well-equipped science labs and a Design Technology Suite support hands-on learning. Interactive libraries encourage collaboration and lifelong learning.
Our Commitment to Wellbeing and Inclusion
We place our students' safety, wellbeing, and happiness at the forefront of everything we do. As a truly inclusive community school, we embrace the individuality and cultural identity of every child while fostering a deep sense of belonging.
Join Our Team
We seek exceptional educators with at least two years of teaching experience to join our growing team. The ideal candidates will:
- Be passionate and innovative educators who inspire a love of learning.
- Demonstrate adaptability, creativity, and resilience in a dynamic environment.
- Manage diverse ability levels, recognizing and nurturing each child as an individual.
- Develop exciting, innovative lesson plans and adapt the curriculum to meet student's specific needs while maintaining overall class progress.
- Assess and record student development, identifying areas for improvement and addressing them effectively.
- Provide a safe, positive learning environment that promotes engagement and inclusivity.
- Communicate effectively with staff and foster strong partnerships with parents per school guidelines.
- Commit to nurturing each student's academic and personal growth.
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