Gulf Water Treatment (GWT) is looking for an experienced Public Relations Officer (PRO) to join our team in the UAE.
GWT is a leading provider of water and wastewater treatment solutions, delivering turnkey projects, operation & maintenance services and specialized water treatment systems across commercial, industrial and municipal sectors.
Location: UAEEmployment Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities Manage day-to-day government relations and PRO activities for the company. Handle MOHRE, ICP/GDRFA, Economic Department, Municipality, Chamber of Commerce and other government-related transactions. Process employee work permits, employment visas, renewals, cancellations, status changes and transfers. Coordinate Emirates ID, medical fitness, biometrics and immigration-related procedures. Manage company establishment cards, licenses, registrations and government approvals. Monitor visa, labour card, Emirates ID, license and establishment document expiry dates. Handle MOHRE-related matters, labour contracts, work permits and employee government transactions. Support WPS and labour compliance requirements in coordination with HR and Finance. Assist with Emiratisation/Nafis requirements and related government procedures. Coordinate government documentation, permits and approvals required for project sites and client locations. Support HR during government inspections, audits, labour-related matters and compliance requirements. Maintain accurate PRO records, trackers, receipts and government transaction documents. Coordinate government fees, fines and payments with the Finance Department. Provide regular updates to HR and management regarding pending applications, renewals and government issues. Ensure all government transactions are completed accurately and within the required timelines.
Requirements3–5 years of UAE experience as a PRO / Public Relations Officer. Strong knowledge of UAE labour, immigration and government procedures. Hands-on experience with MOHRE and immigration portals. Experience handling employee visa processing, renewals and cancellations. Good knowledge of UAE government service centres and procedures. Experience supporting company licenses, establishment cards and government registrations. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and manage multiple government transactions simultaneously. UAE Driving License is a must.
Why Join GWT? Be part of a growing organization contributing to sustainable water and wastewater solutions across the UAE and the wider region. GWT has delivered more than 2,000 projects across the UAE and MENA region, covering diverse industrial, municipal and infrastructure requirements.