ALI ZARIFAH

Facility Manager

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Profile summary

Results-driven Facility and Logistics Manager with over 15 years of experience in facilities management, logistics operations, and team supervision across healthcare, marine, and industrial sectors. Strong background in coordinating projects, optimizing workflows, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Currently pursuing an MBA degree with expected graduation in July 2026. Adept at managing government coordination, engineering projects, and multidisciplinary teams to achieve operational excellence.

Key skills

Skills
Facility & Logistics ManagementProject Coordination & Government LiaisonTeam Leadership & Staff SupervisionSupplier & Contractor ManagementSafety & Quality ComplianceWorkflow Optimization & PrioritizationProblem-Solving & Critical ThinkingCommunication & NegotiationOperations Monitoring & ReportingSustainability & Energy ManagementData Analytics & Reporting (FM Software)Building Information Modeling (BIM)Space Management & Planning (CAFM/IWMS)Financial Planning & Budgeting

Professional experience

Facility ManagerDec 2023 - Present
Burjeel Holdings | Abu Dhabi

• Oversee daily facility operations and coordinate with suppliers, contractors, and internal departments. • Follow up on construction and renovation projects to ensure adherence to timelines, standards, and safety regulations. • Coordinate with consultants, contractors, and government authorities (Municipality, Civil Defense, etc.) to obtain necessary approvals. • Conduct facility inspections and supervise maintenance, security, and housekeeping activities. • Ensure compliance with healthcare, safety, and operational standards across all departments.

  • Oversee daily facility operations and coordinate with suppliers, contractors, and internal departments.
  • Follow up on construction and renovation projects to ensure adherence to timelines, standards, and safety regulations.
  • Coordinate with consultants, contractors, and government authorities (Municipality, Civil Defense, etc.) to obtain necessary approvals.
  • Conduct facility inspections and supervise maintenance, security, and housekeeping activities.
  • Ensure compliance with healthcare, safety, and operational standards across all departments.
Logistics ManagerOct 2011 - Sep 2015
Dredging International | Abu Dhabi

• Managed logistics operations for a major ADNOC-affiliated island construction project. • Oversaw fleet operations including small vehicles and heavy equipment. • Coordinated vessel movements and port logistics with ADNOC and port authorities. • Monitored safety compliance during cargo handling and marine operations. • Managed procurement, inventory, and documentation for equipment and materials.

  • Managed logistics operations for a major ADNOC-affiliated island construction project.
  • Oversaw fleet operations including small vehicles and heavy equipment.
  • Coordinated vessel movements and port logistics with ADNOC and port authorities.
  • Monitored safety compliance during cargo handling and marine operations.
  • Managed procurement, inventory, and documentation for equipment and materials.
Logistics SupervisorSep 2007 - Sep 2011
Massar Solutions | Abu Dhabi

• Supervised fleet procurement, insurance, and registration documentation. • Coordinated delivery schedules and ensured compliance with operational standards. • Oversaw legal transfer of vehicle ownership and organized fleet auctions.

  • Supervised fleet procurement, insurance, and registration documentation.
  • Coordinated delivery schedules and ensured compliance with operational standards.
  • Oversaw legal transfer of vehicle ownership and organized fleet auctions.
Logistics SupervisorApr 2006 - Sep 2007
Electra Abu Dhabi | Abu Dhabi

• Supervised container unloading operations and warehouse logistics. • Led teams for order preparation, delivery coordination, and transportation planning.

  • Supervised container unloading operations and warehouse logistics.
  • Led teams for order preparation, delivery coordination, and transportation planning.

Education

Master's, Business AdministrationJul 2026
In Progress
Bachelor's Degree, Electronic Engineering
Completed 3 Years of Study
High School or equivalentJan 2005
Syrian High School, Damascus