ALEX RARICHEN
Facilities Management
Riyadh,saudi Arabia
Summary
Results-driven facilities and maintenance leader with over 20 years in integrated facilities management across Saudi Arabia, UAE, Oman, Qatar, and India. Managed multi-site operations in retail, hospitality, commercial, and F&B sectors, overseeing extensive portfolios and significant budgets. Expertise includes maintenance strategy, vendor governance, asset management, CAFM implementation, and HSE compliance.
Overview
5
5
Languages
1
1
Certification
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Manager
Alghanim Industries
04.2024 - 09.2025
- Managed preventive and corrective maintenance alongside asset reliability, budgets, and vendor performance to uphold maintenance standards.
- Led maintenance operations across KSA, UAE, Oman, and Qatar, ensuring optimal functionality and reliability of assets.
- Coordinated refurbishment projects while ensuring adherence to regulatory compliance and safety standards.
Facilities Consultant
ETQN FM
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
01.2023 - 03.2024
- Advised on FM strategy and governance, optimising contract management and procurement processes.
- Interfaced with client leads and became trusted advisor or confidant to client.
- Handled complex problems and issues by understanding root causes and implementing solutions.
- Facilitated workshops and training sessions to upskill team members and improve service delivery.
Head of Facilities
Landmark Arabia
12.2019 - 09.2022
- Directed integrated FM across 338 stores, warehouses, and offices, ensuring operational effectiveness over 12+ million sq. ft.
- Managed annual operating budget of AED 178 million, optimising resource allocation to support facilities operations.
- Led vendor management, compliance and preventive maintenance strategy.
- Implemented CAFM helpdesk and established KPI & SLA governance, streamlining nationwide FM processes for improved service delivery.
Regional Facilities Manager
Landmark Arabia
10.2014 - 11.2019
- Played a crucial role in creating a comfortable and safe work environment for the internal /external customers while efficiently managing resources and ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Ensured compliance with local authority regulations (Civil Défense, OSHA, SFDA) for warehouses, stores and offices.
- Commencing vendor evaluation process and conducting regular performance reviews
Regional Manager – Administration & Facilities
Titan Company
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
09.2013 - 10.2014
- Coordinated regional administration, project activities, and facilities operations to facilitate seamless functionality and support organisational objectives.
- Developed and executed training sessions for staff development, improving team skills and morale.
- Reviewed reports, recommendations and requests from subordinate leadership.
- Facilitated regular team meetings to communicate targets, strategies, and company updates.
Manager – Business Infrastructure
Jones Lang LaSalle
Bangalore, India
08.2012 - 08.2013
- Managed critical facilities, infrastructure, BCP, and workplace services to maintain operational continuity and allocate resources effectively.
- Monitored staff performance and developed improvement plans.
- Developed and delivered comprehensive training programmes, improving team skills and performance.
- Managed inventory control, reducing waste and ensuring optimal stock levels at all times.
Manager – Asset Services
CBRE
Bangalore, India
05.2006 - 08.2011
- Managed multinational corporate facilities, achieving recognition as Best Facility Manager.
- Monitored staff performance and developed improvement plans.
- Developed and delivered comprehensive training programmes, improving team skills and performance.
- Managed inventory control, reducing waste and ensuring optimal stock levels at all times.
Operations Manager
Royal Orchid Hotels
Bangalore, India
11.2003 - 05.2006
- Oversaw hotel operations and administration, ensuring seamless service delivery and operational compliance.
- Monitored staff performance and developed improvement plans.
Education
Bachelor's Degree -
Bangalore University
BangaloreSkills
- Maintenance management
- Asset management
- Budget management
- Contract management
- Team leadership
- Multi-site FM
- CAFM expertise
- Compliance management
- HSE management
- Continuity planning
- FM strategy
- Client management
- Team leadership
- Project fit-out
- Client management
Languages
Arabic
Beginner
A1
English
Proficient
C2
Hindi
Upper Intermediate
B2
Malayalam
Proficient
C2
kannada
Proficient
C2
Certification
- ISO 22301 (Business Continuity)
- OHSAS 18001 Internal Auditor
Custom
- 20+ years of Facilities, Maintenance & Administration leadership
- Managed facilities portfolio exceeding 12 million sq. ft.
- Led Integrated FM for 338 stores, warehouses, regional and corporate offices
- Managed annual operating budgets of approximately AED 178 million
- Regional responsibility across Saudi Arabia, UAE, Oman & Qatar
- Implemented CAFM automation, KPI and SLA frameworks
- Expert in Vendor Management, Asset Management & Regulatory Compliance
- Recipient of CBRE Best Facility Manager Award
Timeline
Maintenance Manager
Alghanim Industries
04.2024 - 09.2025
Facilities Consultant
ETQN FM
01.2023 - 03.2024
Head of Facilities
Landmark Arabia
12.2019 - 09.2022
Regional Facilities Manager
Landmark Arabia
10.2014 - 11.2019
Regional Manager – Administration & Facilities
Titan Company
09.2013 - 10.2014
Manager – Business Infrastructure
Jones Lang LaSalle
08.2012 - 08.2013
Manager – Asset Services
CBRE
05.2006 - 08.2011
Operations Manager
Royal Orchid Hotels
11.2003 - 05.2006
Bachelor's Degree -
Bangalore University