Abdullah Gaya
@abdullahgaya
Experienced Administration and Facilities Management professional with 23+ years.
Saudi ArabiaWhat I'm looking for
I am a strategic and efficiency-driven Administration and Facilities Management professional with over 23 years of experience leading large-scale operations. My expertise lies in optimizing costs and ensuring compliance in high-impact environments. I have successfully implemented ERP solutions such as Oracle HCM, SAP, and Taleo to enhance workforce efficiency.
Throughout my career, I have demonstrated proven leadership in team development, stakeholder management, and process optimization across multinational projects. My role as Facility Administration Manager at El-Seif Engineering Contracting Company has allowed me to oversee operations for a large worker camp, where I achieved significant cost reductions and compliance with health and safety standards. I am passionate about enhancing operational efficiency and employee engagement.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Facility Administration Manager
El-Seif Engineering Contracting Company
May 2024 - Present (1 year 3 months)
Oversee operations for a 2,950-worker camp spanning 80,000 sq. meters, managing a monthly budget of 4M SAR. Optimized budgets, cutting operational costs by 15% through process enhancements.
Branch Manager
Gosafe Systems (Pvt.) Ltd.
Dec 2017 - Apr 2024 (6 years 4 months)
Increased branch revenue by 30% over three years through targeted sales initiatives. Directed branch operations, aligning strategies with corporate objectives to enhance market presence.
Store Manager
7 Eleven Franchisee Store
Dec 2016 - Aug 2017 (8 months)
Increased store revenue by 18% through strategic product placement and promotions. Reduced operational costs by 12% via energy-efficient initiatives and expense control.
PMV Administration Unit Head
El-Seif Engineering Contracting Company
Jul 2013 - Oct 2016 (3 years 3 months)
Led administration for 3,000+ employees across multiple locations. Managed annual manpower budgets, recruitment, and onboarding processes in collaboration with HR.
General Manager – Operations & HR
Vintage Group of Companies
Feb 2002 - Dec 2012 (10 years 10 months)
Oversaw operations and HR for 150+ employees, managing assets worth 100M PKR. Increased operational efficiency by 30% through process reengineering.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Government Commerce College
Bachelor of Commerce, Commerce
Completed a Bachelor of Commerce degree, focusing on core business and financial principles. Gained foundational knowledge in accounting, economics, and business management.
Karachi
Intermediate in Commerce, Commerce
Completed Intermediate studies with a focus on Commerce. Developed a strong understanding of commercial subjects and prepared for higher education in business-related fields.
Karachi High School
Matriculation, Computer Science
Achieved Matriculation with a specialization in Computer Science. Acquired fundamental knowledge in computer science principles and related subjects.
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Location
Saudi ArabiaAuthorized to work in
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