Project Facilities Manager

Job Description:

SUPPLY CHAIN DIRECTOR

Location: Kuwait (with GCC / regional remit)
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Direct Reports: TBC
Role Type: Full time, senior leadership role responsible for securing product availability, operational (manufacturing) efficiency, cost efficiency, quality, and HSE amongst other related tasks.

Company Context

Our client is a longstanding leader in the FMCG (Food manufacturing) sector in Kuwait and the GCC region. Founded over 50 years ago,

The company is expanding its footprint in the region and requires a senior facilities and project management leader to oversee multiple manufacturing sites, including a new facility under development to ensure world-class operations and long-term asset sustainability.

Role Purpose & Key Responsibilities

Lead all facilities management operations across existing and future sites in the region.

Oversee the full lifecycle of any new facility construction, from design review to commissioning and handover.

Ensure regulatory, safety, environmental and compliance standards are implemented and maintained across all sites.

Develop long-term facilities strategies covering capacity expansion, utilities, infrastructure reliability, preventive maintenance and sustainability initiatives.

Manage relationships with contractors, engineering firms, government authorities, and suppliers to ensure smooth project delivery.

Implement world-class maintenance frameworks (PPM, predictive maintenance, asset care systems).

Establish facility performance KPIs and reporting mechanisms for operational efficiency and cost control.

Drive continuous improvement across facility operations using lean, TPM, and engineering best practices.

Ensure equipment, HVAC, refrigeration, utilities, and critical systems meet industry, food safety and operational standards.

Collaborate with manufacturing, supply chain, quality, EHS, and finance teams to ensure operational readiness and alignment.

Develop risk mitigation plans for utilities, infrastructure, safety, and project execution.

Lead facilities budgeting, capital expenditure planning, vendor negotiations, and contract management.

Build and develop local engineering and facilities teams to support long-term operations.

Key Requirements

Industry & Functional Experience:

10-15 years of experience in facilities management, engineering, manufacturing project management or industrial plant operations.

Strong background in FMCG, food manufacturing, beverages, dairy, or other regulated environments.

Proven success managing large-scale facility construction or expansion projects.

Hands-on experience leading multi-site operations in Saudi Arabia.

Strong knowledge of local KSA regulatory frameworks, industrial safety, environmental laws, and construction codes.

Experience in commissioning new equipment, utilities, and manufacturing lines preferred.

Hard Skills & Technical Capabilities

Expertise in facilities engineering, utilities management, HVAC, refrigeration, and industrial electrical/mechanical systems.

Strong understanding of factory infrastructure, layout planning, and site readiness.

Project management certification or experience (PMP, Prince2 or equivalent preferred).

Ability to manage contractors, engineering consultants, and construction partners.

Strong budgeting, CAPEX management, and cost optimization skills.

Experience implementing computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).

Knowledge of sustainability engineering, energy efficiency and green building concepts.

Soft Skills & Mindset

Operationally disciplined, structured, and highly reliable.

Strong leadership presence with the ability to motivate engineering teams.

Problem solver with a proactive mindset and sense of urgency.

Excellent stakeholder management across technical and non-technical groups.

High accountability, ownership, and decision-making confidence.

Resilient and adaptable to fast-paced, high-complexity environments.

Strong communication and coordination abilities, especially with external partners.

Education & Credentials

Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related field (required).

Masters degree in Engineering, Operations or Project Management (preferred).

PMP, Prince2, or similar project management certifications (advantageous).

Compensation & Benefits

Outstanding monthly package along with performance-linked annual bonus, and benefits (health insurance, schooling, relocation, air tickets), and professional development opportunities.

Why Join our Client?

Join a heritage brand with strong consumer loyalty at a pivotal moment of transformation. Lead a marketing modernisation journey in a high-growth environment, championing sustainability, nutrition, and innovation across the GCC region.

**How to Apply:** Submit your CV and cover letter (mandatory) highlighting transformation experience and growth results (we want numbers).

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Required Skills:

Supply Chain
Nutrition
Cost Savings
Operations
ERP
Six Sigma
Compliance
Savings
Logistics
Sustainability
Referrals
Soft Skills
Arabic
Compensation
Demand
Operational Efficiency
Supply
Purchasing
Transportation
SAP
Insurance
Availability
Manufacturing
Procurement
Regulations
Oracle
Education
Administration
Planning
Engineering
Business
Marketing
English
Customer Service
Leadership
Sales

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