Job Description

KEO is a creative enterprise, where innovation is a way of life. We are uniquely resourced with end-to-end services to take clients from inspiration - through conceptualization - to realization of planning, design or project delivery in the built and natural environments. For over 60 years we've led with vision, contributing to many of the world's most ambitious projects, iconic places, remarkable experiences and prosperous communities.

As a highly integrated and agile AEP/PMCM firm, KEO is recognized by ENR as one of the Top 225 International Design Firms and one of the Top 20 International PM/CM Firms. We are also ranked by World Architecture as the 51st largest global architecture firm and the #1 Firm in the Middle East Region in their 2024 WA100 Survey.

We invite you to join us. Why?

When you join KEO, you'll discover more than just a job - you'll find a supportive environment that fosters your professional development through internal global mobility and career development and does so within a culture that supports company-wide health and well-being through on-demand counselling services and regular workplace clinics. You will be invited to celebrate community events such as sports days, fun-runs, in-house sports teams and beach clean ups. In addition to your competitive package and benefits you will have access to a suite of policies that include hybrid working arrangements, individual athletic sponsorship, study assistance sponsorship, employee referral rewards.

Responsibilities

Our newest opportunity is for a talented Operations Manager (Cleanliness) to join our award-winning team based in Jeddah, KSA.

This position will be responsible for managing and overseeing the daily cleanliness and sanitation operations within the cleaning and waste management projects in Jeddah Governorate. This role involves ensuring that all cleanliness activities are conducted efficiently, in compliance with local regulations, and aligned with project goals for hygiene and environmental sustainability.

The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring that public spaces, streets, and facilities are maintained to the highest cleanliness standards.

We envisage success in this role to include: Managing and overseeing the daily operations of cleanliness and sanitation activities across project sites. Ensuring compliance with local health, safety, and environmental regulations and cleanliness standards. Coordinating with contractors, cleaning teams, and local authorities to resolve operational challenges and optimize cleanliness efforts. Conducting regular inspections of public spaces, streets, and facilities to ensure cleanliness and hygiene standards are met. Developing and implementing operational strategies to improve efficiency and enhance service delivery in cleanliness projects. Preparing detailed reports on cleanliness operations, performance metrics, and compliance with regulatory requirements. Monitoring and managing the resources, equipment, and budgets allocated for cleanliness operations. Providing recommendations for improving cleanliness practices and implementing sustainable waste management solutions. Qualifications

To be successful in this dynamic opportunity, we envision that your career journey to date will include 5+ years of experience in cleanliness management, sanitation, or public infrastructure projects, partnered with a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Facilities Management, or a related field.

Furthermore, you should demonstrate: Strong knowledge of cleanliness standards, waste management practices, and environmental regulations. Experience in managing large-scale cleanliness operations and ensuring regulatory compliance. Excellent organizational and leadership skills, with the ability to manage multiple operational tasks. Excellent communication skills in both English and Arabic. Certification in cleanliness or sanitation management (e.g., CFM, ISO 14001) is an advantage. Saudi nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.

KEO's performance is founded upon integrity, results, innovation, safety and our people. We embrace diversity and recognise its' contribution to client success wherever we work.

We are excited to hear how you can partner with our award-winning team and treat all expressions of interest confidentially.

Regular Full-Time