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<br> <p><span><strong>About the Company:</strong></span></p><br><p><span>We are a global energy maritime logistics leader with a world-class asset base. We are the dedicated and vital logistics arm for ADNOC Group, providing mission critical and highly specialized services across ADNOC’s entire value chain. We also provide market-leading, cost-competitive maritime and logistics solutions to over 100 global customers and ship to more than 50 countries across the world. As a global energy maritime logistics leader and the dedicated and vital logistics arm for ADNOC Group, we are driven to set the highest standards in shipping and maritime operations, pushing boundaries and pioneering new frontiers in sustainability. We are committed to delivering world-class solutions that are innovative and efficient, while always putting safety first</span></p><br><p><span><strong>About the Job:</strong></span></p><br><p><span>Leads and manages the business development, marketing, and client relations within Offshore Logistics. Engaging and maintaining client relations with existing Clients as well as establishing new Client relations by increasing companies market awareness and footprint. Analyzing, identifying, and developing business opportunities to contribute to companies' growth in alignment with companies' strategy and vision.</span></p><br><p><span><strong>Key Accountabilities</strong></span></p><br><ul><li><span>Analyze and identify sales leads by promoting integrated logistics services and solutions to new clients and emerging markets</span></li><li><span>Directing sustainable financial growth through boosting sales and forging strong relationships with clients</span></li><li><span>Leads and create strategic marketing and sales plans to contribute to companies' growth by focusing on changing demands, market competitiveness, cost optimization and technology</span></li><li><span>Provide and identify strategic business opportunities for successful revenue growth and cascade to the respective Commercial Business Unit for execution</span></li><li><span>Lead the execution of business development analyses with primary focus on client needs and market demand/supply</span></li><li><span>Establishing and maintaining client relations by focusing on generating new business opportunities towards revenue growth</span></li><li><span>Analyze market demand and supply by advising the Business Unit on outcome for strategic project target</span></li><li><span>Review business opportunities with the support of the Business Units to develop investment cases.</span></li><li><span>Identify strength and weakness within Offshore Logistics by evaluating client needs and propose suitable products to cater their needs</span></li><li><span>Responsible for ensuring highest company representation in line with companies branding guidelines</span></li><li><span>Provide accurate technical and product information and proposals on services offered.</span></li><li><span>Review potential strategic partnerships to optimize companies' portfolio and increase companies' profitability</span></li><li><span>Lead preparation of Business cases for new opportunities identified</span></li><li><span>Attend to Client visits on a regular basis to maintain and build long-term relationships and represent company at exhibitions where applicable</span></li><li><span>Provide and coordinate trustworthy feedback and after-sales support to Clients, as and when applicable</span></li><li><span>Analyze Annual Client Satisfaction Surveys and identify area of improvement</span></li></ul><p><span><strong>Business Development & Client Relations Plans</strong></span></p><br><ul><li><span>Lead the development of consistent and realistic long- and short-term business development plans and client relations for Offshore Logistics in line with the Company's objectives and manage the implementation of the approved long- and short-term plans, ensuring they are effectively converted into its performance objectives and established service levels.</span></li></ul><p><span><strong>Management</strong></span></p><br><ul><li><span>Manage and lead the activities of the personnel and resources of the Business Unit to achieve the Department objectives in an efficient and cost-conscious manner while ensuring implementation of approved operational plans for the Business Unit in line with Department objectives.</span></li></ul><p><span><strong>Budgets and Plans</strong></span></p><br><ul><li><span>Lead and assist in the preparation of the annual Business Unit budget in line with the Division's business objectives and operational plans ensuring that adequate funding provision is made for all Business Unit activities.</span></li><li><span>Review and monitor expenditure against approved Business Unit budget on a regular basis; investigate, highlight and advice on the reconciliation of any significant variances to ensure effective performance and cost control.</span></li></ul><p><span><strong>Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures</strong></span></p><br><ul><li><span>Lead the development and implementation of Department policies, processes, systems, standards, procedures, and internal controls in order to support execution of the Departments' work programs in line with Company and International standards.</span></li></ul><p><span><strong>Performance Management</strong></span></p><br><ul><li><span>Contribute to the development of the Division's KPI's and ensure proper cascade of the Performance objectives within the Department and establish monitoring mechanisms to ensure delivery of these objectives and promote a performance driven culture.</span></li><li><span>Manage the implementation of the Company Performance Management System for individuals within the Department in accordance with Company approved guidelines.</span></li><li><span>Responsible for the performance assessments of all Business Development & Client Relation team.</span></li></ul><p><span><strong>People Development</strong></span></p><br><ul><li><span>Develop knowledge, competencies and innovative spirit in the Department and support the establishment of Personal Development Plans (PDP's), Succession Planning and Talent pipeline within the Department in coordination with the Human Capital to continuously develop employees with emphasis on UAE Nationals to meet Emiratization targets.</span></li><li><span>Create new development schemes for the UAE Nationals to uplift their capabilities.</span></li></ul><p><span><strong>Organization Structure and Development</strong></span></p><br><ul><li><span>Review, advise and recommend the appropriate organisation structure for the Department that will best utilise human capital while proactively incorporating sustainability into the on-going work practices to meet the business objectives.</span></li></ul><p><span><strong>Risk Management</strong></span></p><br><ul><li><span>Contribute and support establishment of a Corporate Integrated Risk Management System within the Department, while identifying and assessing relevant domain risks and implement measures to manage and mitigate all identified risks within the Department.</span></li><li><span>Communicate corporate business ethics and Company's Code of Conduct to employees within the Department and ensure compliance to the Corporate Policies and guidelines.</span></li></ul><p><span><strong>Innovation and Continuous Improvement</strong></span></p><br><ul><li><span>Promote an organisation culture that encourages innovation, enhance employee motivation and support initiatives for implementation of Change Management to continuously improve the Department operations and services.</span></li><li><span>Recommend improvements in internal processes against best practices in pursuit of greater efficiency in line with ISO standards to define intelligent solutions for issues confronting the Department.</span></li></ul><p><span><strong>Health, Safety, Environment (HSE) and Sustainability</strong></span></p><br><ul><li><span>Support the institution and implementation of an HSE culture and ensure compliance with relevant HSE policies, procedures, systems & controls and applicable legislation and sustainability guidelines across the Department in line with international standards, best practices and ADNOC Code of Practices.</span></li><li><span>Responsible to ensure adequate HSE training, where applicable, and induction for all Business Unit employees to meet HSE standards.</span></li></ul><p><span><strong>Management Information Systems (MIS) and Reports</strong></span></p><br><ul><li><span>Ensure that all Department MIS and progress reports are prepared to provide accurate and timely reports and necessary information to Company Management to effectively manage the business.</span></li></ul><ul><li><span>Transformation Offshore Logistics</span></li></ul><p><span><strong>Minimum Requirtments:</strong></span></p><br><ul><li><span>Bachelor's Degree in Maritime, Economics, Business Administration, Logistics Management, Marketing, Engineering, or equivalent professional qualification.</span></li><li><span>Minimum 12 years of relevant experience in the Commercial segment of the Oil & Gas industry, with minimum 4 years at senior level</span></li><li><span>In-depth knowledge in relevant Oil & Gas Business, Maritime, Offshore and Logistics Services, in addition to relevant regulations with sound knowledge in Oil & Gas production operations</span></li><li><span>Knowledge of the UAE Labor Law and government regulations</span></li><li><span>Excellent awareness of the internal and external industrial environment and prevalent best practices in employee and industrial relations. Strong analytic and critical thinking skills and possess the ability to make holistic and long-term decisions</span></li><li><span>Ability to build and maintain rapport and influence senior management, company colleagues and industry peers</span></li><li><span>Good negotiation, communication, presentation skills</span></li><li><span>Excellent written and oral communication skills</span></li><li><span>Numerical skills</span></li><li><span>Proficient in English</span></li></ul><br> </div>
<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles & Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p>Strategy Development & Implementation</p><ul><li><p>Sets EGA’s Safety and Governance strategy and framework in alignment with the organization's ESG & Sustainability strategy, purpose, aspirations, and values.</p></li><li><p>Directs the implementation of the functional strategy, ensuring alignment with EGA’s vision, mission, corporate objectives, and Group strategy.</p></li><li><p>Ensures functional strategies and strategic plans are effectively developed and executed.</p></li><li><p>Provides subject matter expertise and strategic counsel to EGA leadership on all Safety and Governance matters.</p></li><li><p>Shares approved strategies with local and regulatory authorities, where appropriate, to obtain feedback and support continuous improvement.</p></li></ul><p>Leadership</p><ul><li><p>Leads the achievement of functional objectives by setting clear goals, managing performance, and developing and motivating teams.</p></li><li><p>Establishes SMART KPIs to measure individual and departmental performance against organizational objectives and values.</p></li><li><p>Drives talent development initiatives in collaboration with discipline experts to ensure business capability and succession.</p></li><li><p>Promotes organizational values and ethics by acting as a role model and fostering a value-driven culture.</p></li><li><p>Oversees effective coordination with internal departments to ensure timely information flow and service delivery.</p></li></ul><p>Budgeting & Financial Performance</p><ul><li><p>Oversees the preparation and consolidation of the functional budget.</p></li><li><p>Monitors financial performance against budget, identifies improvement opportunities, and supports cost optimization initiatives.</p></li></ul><p>Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures</p><ul><li><p>Develops company-wide Safety policies, systems, processes, and procedures and monitors their effectiveness.</p></li><li><p>Ensures implementation of corporate procedures and guidelines across all business operations.</p></li><li><p>Communicates relevant Safety and Governance initiatives, policies, and updates throughout the organization.</p></li></ul><p>Safety Governance</p><ul><li><p>Provides functional leadership in developing and maintaining EGA’s Safety Governance framework.</p></li><li><p>Oversees the implementation of safety policies, systems, procedures, and controls to ensure legislative and organizational compliance.</p></li><li><p>Advises and guides management on safety responsibilities and governance requirements.</p></li><li><p>Ensures the implementation, review, updating, and auditing of EGA Safety Management Systems.</p></li><li><p>Monitors Safety System procedures and updates them in line with legislative changes and EGA directives.</p></li><li><p>Plans, leads, and coordinates safety improvement projects across all EGA sites.</p></li><li><p>Leads safety meetings, inspections, compliance reviews, and corrective action programs.</p></li><li><p>Oversees safety and compliance audits.</p></li><li><p>Directs the implementation and maintenance of comprehensive corporate safety programs.</p></li><li><p>Provides technical guidance to site safety teams and ensures compliance with local safety regulations.</p></li></ul><p>EGA Site Safety</p><ul><li><p>Leads and directs day-to-day safety operations across all EGA sites.</p></li><li><p>Has the authority to stop operations that present unacceptable safety risks.</p></li><li><p>Drives proactive initiatives to reduce workplace injuries and incidents.</p></li><li><p>Leads major incident investigations and oversees investigation reporting.</p></li><li><p>Reviews accident and incident reports to ensure corrective actions are implemented.</p></li><li><p>Oversees planning and delivery of safety training programs across all organizational levels.</p></li><li><p>Reviews and enhances safety training programs for continuous improvement.</p></li><li><p>Conducts safety inspections and audits to verify compliance with safety procedures.</p></li><li><p>Directs analysis of accident and incident trends and develops improvement plans.</p></li><li><p>Provides expert safety advice and support to Area Management.</p></li></ul><p>International Safety</p><ul><li><p>Develops and implements comprehensive training programs aligned with international safety standards.</p></li><li><p>Leads global safety awareness initiatives through workshops, campaigns, and knowledge-sharing activities.</p></li><li><p>Establishes and maintains standardized systems for reporting safety incidents and compliance across international operations.</p></li><li><p>Reviews and updates safety procedures to ensure alignment with international regulations and industry best practices.</p></li><li><p>Monitors compliance across international operations through audits, inspections, and corrective action programs.</p></li></ul><p>Stakeholder Management</p><ul><li><p>Develops and maintains strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders while upholding the highest standards of business ethics.</p></li><li><p>Ensures timely resolution of critical issues and effective delivery of organizational support services.</p></li></ul><p>Safety, Quality & Environment</p><ul><li><p>Ensures compliance with all Safety, Quality, and Environmental policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.</p></li><li><p>Promotes a safe workplace while supporting environmental sustainability and legislative compliance.</p></li></ul><p>Change Management</p><ul><li><p>Leads continuous improvement initiatives by enhancing systems, processes, and practices in line with global standards and evolving business requirements.</p></li></ul><p>Reporting</p><ul><li><p>Ensures all functional reports are prepared accurately, submitted on time, and comply with EGA policies, standards, and reporting requirements.</p></li></ul><p>Authority & Decision Making</p><p><strong>Authority</strong></p><ul><li><p>Acts within clearly defined policies, standards, delegated authority, and approved objectives.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Decision Making</strong></p><ul><li><p>Identifies critical factors influencing decision outcomes.</p></li><li><p>Evaluates alternatives and establishes appropriate priorities.</p></li><li><p>Anticipates outcomes and assesses potential consequences.</p></li><li><p>Effectively manages risk and uncertainty.</p></li><li><p>Applies sound analytical and quantitative reasoning to support decision-making.</p></li></ul></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><ul><li><p>Minimum Qualifications</p><ul><li><p>Bachelor's Degree in a relevant discipline such as Safety Management or HSSE.</p></li><li><p>Professional Certification or Diploma in Safety Management.</p></li><li><p>Lead Auditor certification.</p></li></ul><p>Minimum Experience</p><ul><li><p>12 years of safety experience in an industrial environment, including at least 4 years in a safety management role.</p></li></ul><p>Skills & Abilities</p><ul><li><p>Risk assessment and management.</p></li><li><p>Knowledge of administrative policies and procedures.</p></li><li><p>Familiarity with project and departmental budgeting processes and tools.</p></li><li><p>Knowledge of project controls.</p></li><li><p>Conceptual planning ability.</p></li><li><p>Conflict management and problem-solving skills.</p></li><li><p>Strong leadership capability.</p></li><li><p>Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.</p></li><li><p>Effective communication, meeting facilitation, and presentation skills.</p></li><li><p>Proficiency with time reporting systems.</p></li><li><p>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</p></li><li><p>Ability to design and deliver training programs.</p></li><li><p>Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.</p></li></ul></li></ul><p></p></section>
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<span></span><p>Black & Grey HR is seeking a Port Captain – Offshore & Marine to join our client's marine operations team based in Abu Dhabi, UAE. This is a permanent shore-based role with regular visits to ports, vessels, shipyards, and offshore project locations, providing marine assurance, nautical oversight, and operational support across the company's owned and chartered vessel fleet.<br></p><br><p>You will serve as the shore-based marine authority, ensuring safe and compliant vessel operations while supporting offshore campaigns, marine logistics, port coordination, and vessel assurance activities. Working closely with Vessel Masters, Marine Operations, Project Teams, Port Authorities, Class Societies, and Clients, you will ensure vessels operate in accordance with international maritime regulations, client requirements, and company marine standards.<br></p><br><span><span>Key Responsibilities</span></span><br>- Provide marine assurance oversight across the company's fleet, including DP vessels, survey vessels, offshore support vessels, workboats, and third-party chartered vessels, ensuring safe and efficient marine operations.<br><br>- Monitor and enforce compliance with the ISM Code, SOLAS, MARPOL, flag state regulations, class requirements, and company marine management systems across all assigned vessels.<br><br>- Coordinate with port authorities, harbour masters, terminal operators, pilots, port agents, and customs authorities to facilitate vessel arrivals, departures, berth allocation, and port clearance activities.<br><br>- Provide operational guidance and support to Vessel Masters on voyage planning, marine logistics, navigation, weather routing, port operations, and offshore campaign execution.<br><br>- Conduct and review marine risk assessments, navigational risk analyses, marine assurance reviews, and vessel safety audits to identify operational risks and recommend mitigation measures.<br><br>- Investigate marine incidents, near misses, navigation events, and non-conformities, leading root cause analysis, corrective actions, and lessons learned to improve marine safety performance.<br><br>- Review and approve vessel-specific operational documentation, including pre-departure checklists, marine procedures, towing plans, voyage plans, and project-specific marine documentation.<br><br>- Participate in vessel vetting inspections, marine assurance audits, third-party vessel assessments, and pre-charter technical reviews to ensure vessels meet company and client operational standards.<br><br>- Support marine planning for offshore campaigns, vessel mobilizations, barge operations, cargo movements, and marine logistics activities while coordinating closely with project and operations teams.<br><br>- Act as the primary liaison with flag state administrations, class societies, marine warranty surveyors, clients, and marine assurance representatives regarding vessel compliance, inspections, and operational approvals.<br><br>- Monitor marine operational performance, regulatory changes, and industry best practices, supporting the continuous improvement of marine management systems, operational procedures, and safety standards.<br><br>- Mentor Vessel Masters and marine personnel by promoting safe navigation, operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and a strong marine safety culture across the fleet.<br><br><br><span>Requirements- Class 1 Master Mariner Certificate of Competency (CoC).<br><br>- 10–15 years of seagoing experience, including a minimum of 3 years serving as Master or Port Captain within offshore or marine operations.<br><br>- Strong knowledge of offshore support vessels, DP vessel operations, survey vessels, marine logistics, and offshore project execution.<br><br>- Excellent understanding of the ISM Code, SOLAS, MARPOL, STCW, flag state regulations, and international maritime legislation.<br><br>- Proven experience coordinating with port authorities, harbour masters, class societies, marine warranty surveyors, and client marine representatives.<br><br>- Experience conducting marine assurance activities, vessel inspections, navigational risk assessments, incident investigations, and vessel vetting.<br><br>- Strong leadership, stakeholder management, communication, and decision-making skills in complex marine operational environments.<br><br>- Proficiency in marine reporting, risk management, and Microsoft Office applications.<br><br><span><b><span>Certifications (please attach below certificates)</span></b></span><br><span><b><span></span></b></span><br><br>- Valid Master Mariner Certificate of Competency (Class 1 CoC).<br><br>- Valid GMDSS Certificate.<br><br>- Dynamic Positioning (DP) Certificate is advantageous.<br><br>- ADNOC Marine Approval is highly preferred.<br><br>- ISM Internal Auditor certification is advantageous.<br><br></span><br><span>Benefits- Attractive Salary + Benefits<br><br>- Permanent employment with a leading offshore and marine engineering organization<br><br>- Opportunity to provide marine assurance and nautical oversight for major offshore, subsea, and marine operations across the UAE and the wider GCC region<br><br>- Exposure to complex vessel operations, DP fleets, marine logistics, offshore campaigns, and international maritime compliance<br><br>- Opportunity to work closely with Vessel Masters, port authorities, class societies, marine warranty surveyors, and leading offshore energy clients<br><br>- Long-term career growth and progression into senior marine operations and marine assurance leadership roles within a stable organization<br><br><span><b><span>HOW TO APPLY</span></b></span><br>- Submit your CV along with copies of your relevant maritime certifications.<br><br></span><p>Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 5 working days of application.<br></p><br>BG Marine | Black & Grey HR<br><br>The Offshore & Subsea Specialist Desk<br><br>Fast. Precise. Confidential. Human.<br><br><br> </div>
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<strong>Overview</strong><br><p><span>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.</span></p><br><p><span>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.</span></p><br><p><span>We invite you to join us. Why?</span></p><br><p><span>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.</span></p><br> <br><strong>Responsibilities</strong><br><p><span>Our newest opportunity is for a talented Contracts Administrator to join our award-winning team based in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE.</span></p><br><p><span><span>The role requires that the individual will act as the commercial backbone of the project by managing the contract life-cycle and safeguarding the client’s financial and legal interests. On a daily basis, you will evaluate contractor payment applications against actual site progress and rigorously assess any incoming variation orders or delay claims. By collaborating closely with site supervision engineers, you will verify that all executed works strictly align with contractual obligations before any funds are released. You will also manage critical project risk by tracking the validity of performance bonds, insurances, and contractual notices to prevent costly disputes. Ultimately, your job is to drive the project toward a smooth close-out, ensuring every milestone is met in full compliance with the client’s approved procedures.</span></span></p><br><p><span><span>We envisage success in this role to include:</span></span></p><br><ul><li><p><span>Reviewing and ensuring that contracts, agreements, and related documents submitted to the Contracts and Agreement Section are comprehensive, concise, and compliant with the contracting procedures and guidelines agreed upon by the client.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Assisting the Project Management Team in reviewing, tracking, and updating the status of ongoing tenders and contracts.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Monitoring compliance with contract requirements and internal procedures, ensuring all contractual conditions and milestones are fully satisfied.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Providing detailed analysis of historical contract data, variations, and trends to offer strategic recommendations and corrective actions to the Project Director.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Maintaining and updating the contract management information system (CMIS) and retaining original, secure records of all contract-related documents.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Preparing periodic contract status and progress reports to effectively communicate the Section’s activities and performance metrics to executive management.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Establishing and updating comprehensive logs and records of all correspondence, claims, and documentation related to contract and tendering activities.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Performing other assigned duties with regards to contract administration, tendering works, and general commercial support.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Evaluating and processing contractor payment applications, interim payment certificates (IPCs), and final accounts against actual site progress and verified quantities.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Assessing and managing variation orders, change requests, and claims submitted by the contractor, providing independent cost/time impact assessments and recommendations to the client.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Collaborating with the site supervision engineers to verify that executed works align with contractual specifications, quality standards, and approved drawings before releasing payments.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Administering and tracking contractual notices, extensions of time (EOT), and liquidated damages to safeguard the client's commercial and legal interests.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Facilitating and documenting close-out procedures, including the issuance of taking-over certificates, defects liability monitoring, and the release of retention bonds.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Mitigating and resolving contractual disputes or ambiguities between the client and the contractor through proactive risk management and contractual interpretation.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Reviewing and verifying the validity and adequacy of contractor insurances, performance bonds, and advance payment guarantees throughout the project life-cycle.</span></p><br></li></ul> <br><strong>Qualifications</strong><br><p><span><span><span>To be successful in this dynamic opportunity, we envisage that you will bring a minimum of 10 years' experience from a similar role within a PMC, partnered with a Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying or Engineering.</span></span></span></p><br><p><span><strong><span><span><span>MRICS / RICS affiliation and or qualification is a strong advantage </span></span></span></strong></span></p><br><p><span>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.</span></p><br><p><span>We are excited to hear how you can partner with our award-winning team and treat all expressions of interest confidentially.</span></p><br> </div>
<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles & Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><ol><li><p>Enterprise Risk Governance, Framework and Risk Appetite</p></li></ol><p>Develop, maintain and review AFF’s enterprise risk framework, Risk Appetite Framework, risk policies, KRIs, limits, thresholds and escalation procedures.</p><ol><li><p>Board Risk Committee and Executive Risk Reporting</p></li></ol><p>Provide timely risk reporting, independent risk opinions and escalation of material risk matters to the Board, Board Risk Committee and senior management.</p><ol><li><p>Independent Credit Risk Oversight and Challenge</p></li></ol><p>Provide independent second-line oversight and challenge on credit risk, including exposures, deviations, restructurings, write-offs, concentration risk, provisioning indicators and portfolio deterioration.</p><p>The CRO does not own first-line credit approvals or underwriting execution.</p><ol><li><p>Portfolio Monitoring, Risk Appetite, Stress Testing and Early Warning Oversight</p></li></ol><p>Monitor portfolio quality, concentration risk, delinquency trends, provisioning indicators, early warning indicators, risk appetite breaches and stress signals.</p><p>Oversee stress testing and scenario analysis.</p><ol><li><p>Operational, Outsourcing, Technology and Resilience Risk Oversight</p></li></ol><p>Oversee operational risk, outsourcing and third-party risk, technology and information security risk, cyber risk, business continuity and resilience risk.</p><p>Review and challenge first-line controls and escalate material weaknesses</p><ol><li><p>Regulatory Risk Management, CBUAE Readiness and Remediation Support</p></li></ol><p>Support CBUAE examinations, supervisory reviews, remediation plans, regulatory responses and risk-related submissions.</p><p>Act as AFF’s primary risk representative with CBUAE on risk matters.</p><ol><li><p>Risk Input into Governance, Policy, New Products and Strategic Change</p></li></ol><p>Provide independent risk input on policies, DoA changes, outsourcing arrangements, new products, new services, distribution channels, strategic initiatives and major business changes.</p><ol><li><p>Risk Culture, Leadership and Governance Evidence</p></li></ol><p>Lead the Risk function and promote strong risk culture through governance forums, training, awareness and engagement.</p><p>Ensure risk decisions, exceptions, escalations and committee submissions</p></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><ul><li><p>Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Risk Management, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, Mathematics or related field. Master’s degree and professional qualifications such as FRM, PRM, CFA, CA, CPA or ACCA preferred.</p></li><li><p>Minimum 12–15 years in risk management within financial services, with senior experience in a regulated lending, finance or banking environment.</p></li><li><p>Enterprise risk management, Risk Appetite Framework, credit risk oversight, portfolio monitoring, stress testing, operational and outsourcing risk, technology and information security risk, regulatory engagement, Board reporting, policy review, risk data governance, leadership and stakeholder management..</p></li></ul><p></p></section>
<p><h4>About Four Seasons:</h4>
<p>Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.</p>
<p>At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.</p>
<h4>About the location:</h4>
<p>The Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach with its unparalleled location, fresh approach to luxury and legendary personalized service, has exceeded the high expectations in the ultra-competitive Dubai market. At Four Seasons we believe that our most important asset is our team of employees. The Four Seasons has a tremendous commitment to the development and training of all employees. We ensure that the best packages and finest management structure are in place to guarantee a stable environment in which development is second nature for our employees. Successful Four Seasons candidates will be offered a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity rich in personal and professional growth.</p>
<p>Four Seasons Dubai at Jumeirah Beach includes five outlet options - from the beachfront Sea Fu restaurant to the rooftop Mercury Lounge, and it includes 237 Dubai luxury hotel rooms – including 49 suites. Subtle Arabic design motifs blend with cool, contemporary style, featuring soft backgrounds of blue or green. Dubai is the second largest of the seven Emirates that make up the United Arab Emirates. Dubai is located on the southern shore of the Arabian Gulf and has a subtropical, arid climate.</p>
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<li>Ensure critical systems, specifically Front Office Property Management System, Call Accounting, HSIA, PABX and Food & Beverage Point of Sales computer systems are available twenty-four (24) hours per day.</li>
<li>Establish and maintain user procedures and hardware familiarization for all systems.</li>
<li>Provide administration services, to include contribution to technology capital and operating budgets.</li>
<li>Provide systems administration, including maintaining user and group accounts, user configuration, troubleshooting access problems and completion of on-site documentation.</li>
<li>Assist in server infrastructure management, performance monitoring, operating system upgrades and troubleshooting.</li>
<li>Ensure effective support for other systems, including back office, sales and catering and human resources applications and any other at the property.</li>
<li>Provide system support services, including service outage diagnosis, troubleshooting and restoration of service, virus protection management.</li>
<li>Maintain and promote Four Seasons core technology standards as outlined in the Four Seasons IT Core Standards.</li>
<li>Assist in the coordination of new acquisitions and major projects as required.</li>
<li>Participate in property-level, corporate-initiated technology implementations.</li>
<li>Good knowledge and support for desktop operating systems and applications including patches.</li>
<li>Provide direct guest support and quality support to function rooms and conference services.</li>
<li>Assist in the process of systems backup and recovery procedures.</li>
<li>Assist in management of third party vendors.</li>
<li>Provide 24/7 support for mission critical systems.</li>
<li>Assist at network support and security of hotel network, active directory maintenance.</li>
</ul>
<h4>What you will bring</h4>
<ul>
<li>A bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field is often preferred.</li>
<li>A minimum of 5-7 years of experience in the IT industry, with at least 2-3 years in a leadership role, preferably within the hospitality sector.</li>
<li>Strong knowledge of IT systems, infrastructure, network management, and cybersecurity. Familiarity with hotel property management systems (PMS), point-of-sale (POS) systems, and other hotel-specific technologies is highly beneficial.</li>
<li>Exceptional leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and guide IT teams in achieving organizational goals.</li>
<li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills, enabling effective interaction with both technical and non-technical staff, as well as hotel guests.</li>
<li>Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to identify and resolve complex IT issues efficiently.</li>
<li>Capacity to adapt to evolving technologies and industry trends, ensuring the hotel remains at the forefront of innovation.</li>
<li>A commitment to delivering outstanding customer service, ensuring that the IT department contributes to an exceptional guest experience.</li>
<li>Excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with various departments and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.</li>
<li>Superb organizational and time-management skills, enabling the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.</li>
<li>Knowledge of Arabic language is essential.</li>
</ul>
<h4>What we offer</h4>
<ul>
<li>Employment visa</li>
<li>Competitive salary and live out allowance</li>
<li>Medical and life insurance</li>
<li>Annual flight allowance to home country</li>
<li>Complimentary meals in dedicated employee restaurant</li>
<li>Career advancement opportunities</li>
<li>Best-in-industry training</li>
</ul></p><p></p>
<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2>
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<span><br>JOB SUMMARY<br>Functions as the strategic business leader of the property's Rooms department. Responsible for planning, developing, implementing and evaluating the quality of property’s rooms. Position works with direct reports to develop and implement departmental strategies and ensures implementation of the brand service strategy and brand initiatives. The position ensures Rooms operations meet the brand’s standards, targets customer needs, ensures employee satisfaction, focuses on growing revenues and maximizes the financial performance of the department. Develops and implements property-wide strategies that deliver products and services to meet or exceed the needs and expectations of the brand’s target customer and employees and provides a return on investment to the owner and company.<br>CANDIDATE PROFILE <br>Education and Experience<br>• 2-year degree from an accredited university in Business Administration, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 4 years experience in the guest services, front desk, housekeeping, sales and marketing, management operations, or related professional area.<br>OR<br>• 4-year bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 2 years experience in the guest services, front desk, housekeeping, sales and marketing, management operations, or related professional area.<br>CORE WORK ACTIVITIES<br>Housekeeping Background<br>Leading Rooms Team<br>• Champions the brand’s service vision for product and service delivery.<br>• Communicates a clear and consistent message regarding departmental goals to produce desired results.<br>• Makes and executes the necessary decisions to keep property moving forward toward achievement of goals.<br>• Monitors and promotes room rates, specials, and promotions at the residence.<br>Managing Profitability<br>• Analyzes service issues and identifies trends.<br>• Works with Rooms team to develop an operational strategy that is aligned with the brand’s business strategy and leads its execution.<br>• Reviews and audits expenses.<br>Managing Revenue Goals<br>• Monitors Rooms operations sales performance against budget.<br>• Reviews reports and financial statements to determine Rooms operations performance against budget.<br>• Coaches and supports operations team to effectively manage occupancy and rate, wages and controllable expenses.<br>• Compares budgeted wages to actual wages, coaching direct reports to address problem areas and holding team accountable for results.<br>Ensuring and Providing Exceptional Customer Service<br>• Demonstrates and communicates key drivers of guest satisfaction for the brand’s target customer.<br>• Delivers excellent customer service throughout the customer experience and encourages the same from other employees.<br>• Reviews guest feedback with leadership team and ensures appropriate corrective action is taken.<br>• Coordinates and communicates event details both verbally and in writing to the customer and property operations.<br>• Creates an atmosphere in all Rooms areas that meets or exceeds guest expectations.<br>• Responds to and handles guest problems and complaints.<br>• Uses personal judgment and expertise to enhance the customer experience.<br>• Stays available to solve problems and/or suggest alternatives to previous arrangements.<br>• Interacts with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.<br>• Stays visible and interfaces with customers on a regular basis to obtain feedback on quality of product, service levels and overall satisfaction.<br>• Works to continually improve customer service by integrating obtained feedback and personal judgment into action plans.<br>• Emphasizes guest satisfaction during all departmental meetings and focuses on continuous improvement.<br>• Ensures that employees understand expectations and parameters for Room duties.<br>• Facilitates the development of creative solutions to overcome obstacles and ensures implementation to continually improve guest satisfaction results.<br>Managing and Conducting Human Resources Activities<br>• Interviews and hires employees.<br>• Ensures employees are treated fairly and equitably.<br>• Ensures that regular, ongoing communication is happening in Rooms (e.g., pre-shift briefings, staff meetings).<br>• Fosters employee commitment to providing excellent service, participates in daily stand-up meetings and models desired service behaviors in all interactions with guests and employees.<br>• Incorporates guest satisfaction as a component of staff/operations meetings with an emphasis on generating innovative ways to continually improve results.<br>• Sets goals and expectations for direct reports using the performance review process and holds staff accountable for successful performance.<br>• Solicits employee feedback, utilizes an “open door policy” and reviews employee satisfaction results to identify and address employee problems or concerns.<br>• Ensures property policies are administered fairly and consistently, disciplinary procedures and documentation are completed according to Standard and Local Operating Procedures (SOPs and LSOPs) and supports the Peer Review Process.<br>• Conducts annual performance appraisal with direct reports according to Standard Operating Procedures.<br>• Champions change, ensures brand and regional business initiatives are implemented and communicates follow-up actions to team as necessary.<br>• Identifies talents of direct reports and their teams, and assists with their growth and development plans.<br>At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.<br>At Le Méridien, we are inspired by the era of glamorous travel, celebrating each culture through the distinctly European spirit of savouring the good life. Our guests are curious and creative, cosmopolitan culture seekers that appreciate moments of connection and slowing down to savour the destination. We provide authentic, chic and memorable service along with experiences that inspire guests to savour the good life. We’re looking for curious and creative people to join our team. If you appreciate connecting with like-minded guests and have a deep desire to create memorable experiences, we invite you to explore career opportunities with Le Méridien. In joining Le Méridien, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.</span> </div>
<p>For over seven decades, Chalhoub Group has been a partner and creator of luxury experiences in the Middle East. In its pursuit to excel as a hybrid luxury retailer, the Group has curated a portfolio of over 10 owned brands and strengthened its distribution and marketing expertise for over 400 international names across luxury fashion, beauty, jewellery, watches, eyewear, and art de vivre categories.</p>
<p>Every step at Chalhoub Group is taken to build a future where luxury dreams become reality — bridging cultures and crafting memorable experiences for our consumers. Be it by constantly reinventing itself, committing to innovation, or embracing new technologies, the Group is shaping the future of luxury retail. It delivers seamless omnichannel experiences across more than 950 stores, online platforms, and mobile apps. Driving this innovation journey is The Greenhouse — the Group’s innovation hub, incubator, and accelerator for startups and emerging businesses, regionally and globally.</p>
<p>Chalhoub Group fosters a people-at-heart culture rooted in diversity, equity, and inclusion, and a workplace catalysed by forward thinking and future-proofing. Today, it brings together over 16,000 talented professionals across eight countries in the Middle East, with a presence in LATAM. Their collective efforts have earned the Group the Great Place to Work® certification in several markets.</p>
<p>Sustainability is at the core of the Group’s strategy, guided by a clear commitment to people, partners, and the planet. Chalhoub Group is proud to be a member of the United Nations Global Compact, a signatory of the Women’s Empowerment Principles, and to have pledged to reach Net Zero by 2040.</p>
<h4>What you'll be doing</h4>
<p>The purpose of the Director - Merchandise Planning role is to define and own the end-to-end planning strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives while driving profitable growth through effective management of OTB, inventory, and key planning KPIs. The role leads Subvertical performance by overseeing planning operations, steering cross-functional decision-making, developing high-performing teams, and leveraging technology and innovation to continuously enhance planning capabilities, agility, and business outcomes.</p>
<h4>Strategic oversight and monitoring</h4>
<ul>
<li>Responsible for the planning strategy of the sub-vertical in alignment with profitability targets and broader KPIs.</li>
<li>Monitor overall planning KPIs, including stock levels, ISA (Inventory Service Availability), Full Price Sell-Through, DOI (Days of Inventory), OTIF (On-Time In-Full), fill rates, and costs. Drive actions to ensure target KPIs are met.</li>
<li>Ownership of OTB guidance and governance ensuring agility in inventory management across the year and mitigation of EOY risk.</li>
</ul>
<h4>Operational oversight and excellence</h4>
<ul>
<li>Act as the primary point of contact for the VP Planning, managing escalations and arbitration as needed.</li>
<li>Collaborate with the cross-functional VPs to address major decisions related to omni-stock management and reallocation across channels.</li>
<li>Review and challenge critical operational components, including OTB, budgets, supply plans, markdown, and liquidation strategies.</li>
<li>Lead and drive S&OP processes to ensure the synchronization of demand and supply plans addressing risks and opportunities.</li>
<li>Manage B2B and B2C components of the business objectively ensuring the correct balance of inventory, prioritization and strategic alignment.</li>
</ul>
<h4>Route-to-market & logistics optimization</h4>
<ul>
<li>Partner with Logistics and Commercial teams to define and implement optimal route-to-market strategies for new and existing brands, ensuring alignment with business objectives and operational capabilities.</li>
<li>Drive logistics cost optimization initiatives by improving end-to-end operational efficiency (ordering, receiving, picking), in close collaboration with Logistics teams and external suppliers.</li>
</ul>
<h4>Organizational development and mentorship</h4>
<ul>
<li>Drive organizational effectiveness through the deployment of technological capabilities such as Blue Yonder and SAP, while ensuring strong team adoption and effective utilization of these tools.</li>
<li>Foster best practices in Planning across the division, ensuring alignment with organizational standards and goals including RACI ownership.</li>
<li>Support, mentor, and grow the capabilities of Merchandise Planners, especially in the adoption and optimization of advanced planning tools like Blue Yonder.</li>
</ul>
<h4>Innovation and continuous improvement</h4>
<ul>
<li>Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in planning methodologies, leveraging technology to enhance accuracy, scalability, and efficiency.</li>
</ul>
<h4>What you’ll need to succeed</h4>
<h4>Professional experience</h4>
<ul>
<li>12 to 15+ years of experience in merchandise planning, inventory management, preferably within a global brand in FMCG, luxury, multi-brand, B2B or retail environment.</li>
<li>Proven experience in managing large teams across diverse planning functions.</li>
<li>Extensive experience in implementing and optimizing advanced planning tools, such as Blue Yonder and/or SAP.</li>
<li>Demonstrated success in developing and executing planning strategies that align with organizational goals and deliver measurable results.</li>
</ul>
<h4>Education</h4>
<p>Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field; a Master’s degree is preferred.</p>
<h4>Additional skills</h4>
<ul>
<li>Advanced leadership and strategic thinking skills to guide large-scale planning initiatives.</li>
<li>Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities to monitor KPIs and drive performance improvements.</li>
<li>Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills to collaborate effectively with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.</li>
<li>Excellent strategic thinking and communication skills, with proficiency in both oral and written presentations.</li>
<li>Advanced knowledge of planning processes, inventory management principles, and omni-channel planning strategies.</li>
</ul>
<h4>What we can offer you</h4>
<p>With us, you will turn your aspirations into reality. We will help shape your journey through enriching experiences, learning and development opportunities and exposure to different assignments within your role or through internal mobility. Our Group offers diverse career paths for those who are extraordinary, every day.</p>
<p>We recognise the value that you bring, and we strive to provide a competitive benefits package which includes health care, child education contribution, remote and flexible working policies as well as exclusive employee discounts.</p>
<h4>Using GenAI in your application process</h4>
<p>To support a fair and consistent experience for all candidates, we ask that assessments and interviews are completed independently and without assistance from generative AI tools. This ensures we understand your strengths, your thinking, and how you approach real situations.</p>
<h4>We invite all applicants to apply</h4>
<p>It takes diversity of thought, culture, background, differing abilities and perspectives to truly inspire, exhilarate and delight our customers. At Chalhoub Group, we are committed to inclusion and diversity.</p>
<p>We welcome all applicants to apply and be part of our exciting future. We ensure equal opportunity for all our applicants without regard to gender, age, race, religion, national origin or disability status.</p>
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<p><i>To get the best candidate experience, please consider applying for a maximum of 3 roles within 12 months to ensure you are not duplicating efforts.</i></p><br><br><br><p><span>Job Category</span></p><br><br>Sales<br><p><span>Job Details</span></p><br><br><br><p><span><b><b>About Salesforce</b></b></span></p><br><br><p>Salesforce is the #1 AI CRM, where humans with agents drive customer success together. Here, ambition meets action. Tech meets trust. And innovation isn’t a buzzword — it’s a way of life. The world of work as we know it is changing and we're looking for Trailblazers who are passionate about bettering business and the world through AI, driving innovation, and keeping Salesforce's core values at the heart of it all.</p><br><br><br><p>Ready to level-up your career at the company leading workforce transformation in the agentic era? You’re in the right place! Agentforce is the future of AI, and you are the future of Salesforce.</p><br><br><br><br><br><p>Founded in 1999, Salesforce is the global leader in Customer Relationship Management (CRM). Companies of every size and industry are using Salesforce to transform their businesses using the latest technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, across Sales, Service, Marketing, Commerce, and more by connecting with customers in a whole new way. We harness technologies that can revolutionize companies, careers, and, hopefully, our world.Salesforce has been very proud to have been associated with the Middle East region for the last 15 years.</p><br><br><br><p>Salesforce is expanding its footprint in the Middle East!<br>We are looking for a number of Commercial Account Executive to join our rapidly growing Sales team in the UAE.</p><br><br><br><p>The position that has become available is for an<b>Account Executive</b>in our<b>Core Business Unit</b>, helping our most strategic customers grow and excel with a Customer Experience that is unmatched in the industry.</p><br><br><br><p>This position will act as the lead Account Executive for the set of Accounts or Prospects in the UAE, working with a virtual team of Cloud Specialists, Solution Experts and Supporting colleagues, helping to set the vision and strategy to grow the revenue associated with the set of accounts on an annual basis.</p><br><br><br><p>In addition, with technology ever changing, the ability to show considerable experience in being a thought leader in the field of Artificial Intelligence would be advantageous, as Salesforce takes first mover advantage in this highly competitive marketplace.</p><br><br><br><p>This is an exciting time to be part of the Salesforce ecosystem, with its five core values: Trust, Customer Success, Innovation, Equality and Sustainability,</p><br><br><br><p>Salesforce aims to be a force for good too. By making technology more accessible, we're helping create a future with greater opportunity and equality for all. This has taken our company to great heights, including being named one of the FORTUNE "100 Best Companies to Work For®" 2024 — 16 years in a row.</p><br><br><p>We believe everyone can be a Trailblazer. Join Salesforce and discover a future of new opportunities.</p><br><br><br><p><b>About the Role</b></p><br><br><p>To work in our General Business Sales team focussed on Salesforce’s existing and prospective clients in the UAE.</p><br><br><p><br>As Salesforce continues to accelerate its presence in region, this position will involve managing both existing customers and building new relationships with prospective clients.</p><br><br><p><br>This position sits in the Core Sales team at Salesforce therefore, the ideal candidate would have proven credibility at managing large, virtual teams in support of the Vision and Strategy that they would create for their accounts.</p><br><br><br><ul><li><p>The successful candidate will act and lead as an experienced AE in this regional Business Unit.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Increase revenue spend across a set of new and existing customers while building the Salesforce presence in the local market.</p><br><br></li><li><p>The role would be known as a Core Role as the selected candidate would own the Vision, Strategy and Stakeholder Management in each account, primarily responsible for Salesforce Core AI products, such as Sales CRM but also working with Sales Account Executives responsible for other Salesforce Cloud Solutions to ultimately drive towards one growth target.<br> </p><br><br></li></ul><p><b>Preferred Qualifications </b></p><br><br><ul><li><p>University Graduate Calibre</p><br><br></li><li><p>At least 6 years of successful, referenceable Sales Experience, preferably in Software Sales</p><br><br></li><li><p>Knowledge and contacts within the UAE market would be a competitive advantage</p><br><br></li><li><p>Fluent in Arabic</p><br><br></li></ul><br><p>This is a mix of a New Business and an Existing Business Role rather than one of solely managing existing accounts. The preferred candidate will have a proven track record in creating sales through excellent business development skills, territory planning, pipeline generation and the closing of significant Cloud software opportunities.</p><br><br><br><p><b>Key Responsibilities</b></p><br><br><ul><li><p>Drive sales in assigned territory for new market</p><br><br></li><li><p>Introduce Salesforce offerings to new customers within assigned territory</p><br><br></li><li><p>Communicate Salesforce value proposition to close sales</p><br><br></li><li><p>May be responsible for additional responsibilities due to resource constraints</p><br><br></li></ul><br><br><br><br><p><span>Unleash Your Potential</span></p><br><br><p><span>When you join Salesforce, you’ll be limitless in all areas of your life. Our benefits and resources support you to find balance and</span><i>be your best</i><span>, and our AI agents accelerate your impact so you can</span><i>do your best</i><span>. 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And we believe we can lead the path to equality in part by creating a workplace that’s inclusive, and free from discrimination. </span></span>Know your rights: workplace discrimination is illegal.<span><span> Any employee or potential employee will be assessed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications – without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, transgender status, age, disability, veteran or marital status, political viewpoint, or other classifications protected by law. This policy applies to current and prospective employees, no matter where they are in their Salesforce employment journey. It also applies to recruiting, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, assessment of job performance, discipline, termination, and everything in between. Recruiting, hiring, and promotion decisions at Salesforce are fair and based on merit. 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<p>At Johnson Controls, we're building the future of smart, sustainable, and AI-powered buildings through our OpenBlue platform. As Associate Director, Product Operations, you will be the operational leader enabling successful execution across our growing OpenBlue portfolio, helping product, engineering, AI, commercial, and customer success teams deliver exceptional customer outcomes at scale.</p><br><p>You will play a critical role in connecting strategy to execution, ensuring alignment across teams, managing key customer programs, supporting commercial growth, and driving operational excellence across a diverse portfolio of digital and AI-enabled solutions.</p><br><p><b>What You Will Do</b></p><br><p><b>Lead Cross-Portfolio Program Execution</b></p><br><ul><li>Drive the successful delivery of complex, multi-product programs across the OpenBlue portfolio.</li><li>Ensure initiatives are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned to strategic business priorities.</li><li>Manage risks, dependencies, escalations, and resource alignment across multiple teams.</li></ul><p><b>Enable Exceptional Customer Success</b></p><br><ul><li>Act as a trusted partner to Customer Success teams and serve as a key escalation point for portfolio-wide customer needs.</li><li>Support customer onboarding, adoption, and expansion efforts across OpenBlue solutions.</li><li>Help ensure customer feedback is translated into actionable product and operational improvements.</li></ul><p><b>Support Commercial Growth</b></p><br><ul><li>Partner with Commercial and Sales teams to support RFPs, RFIs, and strategic customer opportunities.</li><li>Coordinate contributions from Product, Engineering, AI, UI/UX, and Delivery teams to develop compelling customer proposals.</li><li>Track proposal outcomes and identify opportunities to improve future win rates.</li></ul><p><b>Drive Portfolio Planning and Operational Excellence</b></p><br><ul><li>Lead integrated Program Increment (PI) planning activities across Product, Engineering, AI, and UX teams.</li><li>Ensure roadmap alignment, visibility, and execution consistency across the OpenBlue portfolio.</li><li>Foster collaboration and transparency to support efficient decision-making and delivery.</li></ul><p><b>Support Portfolio Performance and Growth</b></p><br><ul><li>Monitor portfolio health through financial, operational, and customer success metrics.</li><li>Partner with Product and Finance leaders on forecasting, budgeting, profitability tracking, and resource planning.</li><li>Help ensure investments align with strategic growth objectives.</li></ul><p><b>Accelerate AI and Portfolio Transformation</b></p><br><ul><li>Support the evolution of OpenBlue toward AI-native and GenAI-powered solutions.</li><li>Partner with product and AI leaders to operationalize new technologies across the portfolio.</li><li>Help establish scalable delivery frameworks that support innovation and customer value.</li></ul><p><b>How You Will Do It</b></p><br><ul><li>Build strong relationships across Product Management, Engineering, Customer Success, Commercial, Finance, and AI teams.</li><li>Bring structure, governance, and operational discipline to complex, fast-moving initiatives.</li><li>Use data and business insights to drive decision-making and prioritization.</li><li>Facilitate alignment across stakeholders with competing priorities and objectives.</li><li>Balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution to ensure business outcomes are achieved.</li><li>Create clear communication channels that keep teams informed, engaged, and focused on customer success.</li></ul><p><b>What We Are Looking For</b></p><br><p><b>Required Qualifications</b></p><br><ul><li>15+ years of experience in Product Operations, Program Management, Product Management, Business Operations, or related leadership roles.</li><li>Demonstrated success leading large-scale, cross-functional programs within technology, SaaS, digital platform, or enterprise software environments.</li><li>Strong experience working across Product, Engineering, and Business teams.</li><li>Experience leading complex stakeholder groups and influencing executive-level decision making.</li><li>Knowledge of Agile delivery methodologies, PI Planning, and portfolio management practices.</li><li>Strong financial and business acumen, including forecasting, budgeting, profitability tracking, and portfolio reporting.</li><li>Excellent communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Proven ability to operate effectively in a highly collaborative, global environment.</li></ul><p><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></p><br><ul><li>Experience supporting enterprise software RFPs and complex customer procurement processes.</li><li>Background in smart buildings, IoT, sustainability, workplace solutions, HVAC technologies, or digital building platforms.</li><li>Experience working with AI, machine learning, GenAI, or AI-enabled product portfolios.</li><li>Familiarity with OpenBlue or comparable enterprise platforms.</li><li>PMP, Agile, SAFe, or other relevant project/program management certifications.</li><li>Experience managing large-scale portfolios within enterprise B2B organizations.</li></ul><p><b>Why Join Us?</b></p><br><p>You'll have the opportunity to shape the operational future of OpenBlue while working at the intersection of digital transformation, AI innovation, sustainability, and smart building technology. This is a highly visible leadership role with significant impact across product strategy, customer success, commercial growth, and portfolio performance.</p><br><p>#LI-JM1</p><br> </div>
<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles & Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><ul><li><p>Strategic Development</p><ul><li><p>Drive the formulation and implementation of operational & technical training strategies that align with EGA’s overall strategy, Human Capital and Talent Management.</p></li></ul><p>Safety, Quality, and Environmental Compliance</p><ul><li><p>Ensure adherence to all safety, quality, and environmental management policies and procedures within the department to uphold employee safety and regulatory compliance.</p></li><li><p>Ensure all training materials are compliant with internal and external requirements for all operational areas across EGA</p></li></ul><p>Regulatory Compliance and Quality Assurance</p><ul><li><p>Ensure all training programs meet international and local regulatory standards and promote a culture of quality within the technical training team.</p></li><li><p>Liaise with relevant government entities (e.g., KHDA, ACTVET) to secure recognition for EGA’s technical courses and advance the establishment of EGA as a recognized Training Academy.</p></li></ul><p>Training Management</p><ul><li><p>Oversee the design and management of a comprehensive training curriculum for operational and technical skill development across all Areas of EGA UAE, including JA, AT and ATA operations.</p></li><li><p>Oversee the thorough training needs analyses to identify and deliver training programs for non-supervisory operational employees and National Trainees</p></li><li><p>Lead the design and development of technical and operational training courses, and acquire necessary training materials to facilitate cost-effective delivery.</p></li><li><p>Implement systems ensuring that 30% of operations employees are prepared for their next roles to minimize operational disruptions due to vacancies.</p></li><li><p>Manage the Labour Training pool, including recruitment and selection, training and deployment into the Areas for approximately 150 employees at any one time</p></li><li><p>Manage approximately 140 National Trainees for various training programs on behalf of EGA</p></li><li><p>Ensure the availability of suitable training equipment, resources, and qualified personnel across EGA’s three sites to meet both short- and long-term manpower development objectives.</p></li></ul><p>Training Innovation and strategy</p><ul><li><p>Lead the identification and development of modern training tools aligned with Industry 4.0 technologies, such as AR, VR, MR, and simulators.</p></li></ul><p>On-Job Excellence</p><ul><li><p>Lead the design and execution of the On-Job Excellence program with 30 on-job coaches supporting operations</p></li><li><p>Monitor and report on progress of skill upgrades and readiness for new employees</p></li></ul><p>Budget Management</p><ul><li><p>Prepare and recommend the annual budget for the Technical and Operations Training for EGA (approximately US$4-5M), analysing data to support funding requests on behalf of all of EGA operational areas</p></li><li><p>Monitor financial performance against budget, identifying and addressing areas of concern while capitalizing on improvement opportunities.</p></li></ul><p>Collaboration and Coordination</p><ul><li><p>Collaborate with various plant areas to ensure that training aligns with operational needs, supporting EHS, Emiratisation, Recruitment, and Workforce Planning departments.</p></li></ul><p>Emiratisation Initiatives</p><ul><li><p>Design and implement technical training programs for Graduate and Non-Graduate National trainees, focusing on achieving Emiratisation targets and promoting gender diversity.</p></li><li><p>Manage the training and development of approximately 180 National Trainees through various programs, ensuring clear career pathways and regular engagement with senior leadership.</p></li><li><p>Oversee the design, development and execution of the National Traineeship Program covering all a diverse range of technical requirements across of EGA, including Operations, Power, Maintenance, ATA, Casthouse, Administration, Fire & Rescue and Technical Laboratory & Quality</p></li></ul><p>Staff Development</p><ul><li><p>Coach and mentor the Technical and Operational Training staff to enhance their skills and capabilities.</p></li></ul><p>Reporting and Communication</p><ul><li><p>Provide regular updates to HC management on training plans, progress, and activities, ensuring accurate documentation and timely reporting of critical issues that may impact operations.</p></li></ul></li></ul></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><ul><li><p>Minimum Qualifications</p><ul><li><p>Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Management, Engineering, or a related discipline.</p></li><li><p>Qualification in Training Design and Delivery is preferred.</p></li></ul><p>Minimum Experience</p><ul><li><p>10–12 years of experience in operational and technical training and development.</p></li><li><p>Minimum 3 years in progressively increasing managerial leadership roles.</p></li></ul><p>Skills</p><ul><li><p>Leadership and people management</p></li><li><p>Stakeholder relationship management and engagement</p></li><li><p>Technical training design and delivery</p></li><li><p>Coaching and mentoring</p></li><li><p>Knowledge of smelting process operations</p></li><li><p>Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) focus</p></li><li><p>Problem-solving and decision-making</p></li><li><p>Ability to lead large, diverse teams</p></li><li><p>Planning and organizational skills</p></li><li><p>Action-oriented and service-focused approach</p></li><li><p>Conflict management</p></li><li><p>Communication and interpersonal skills</p></li></ul></li></ul><p></p></section>
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Company Description<br><p><strong>Job Description</strong></p><br><p>IFS is a billion-dollar revenue company with 5000+ employees on all continents. We deliver award winning enterprise software solutions through the use of embedded digital innovation and a single cloud-based platform to help businesses be their best when it really matters–at the Moment of Service™.</p><br><p>At IFS, we're flexible, we're innovative, and we're focused not only on how we can engage with our customers but on how we can make a real change and have a worldwide impact. We help solve some of society's greatest challenges, fostering a better future through our agility, collaboration, and trust.</p><br><p>We celebrate diversity and accept that there are so many different perspectives in this world. As a truly international company serving people from around the globe, we realize that our success is tantamount to the respect we have for those different points of view.</p><br><p>By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to be part of a global, diverse environment; you will be joining a winning team with a commitment to sustainability; and a company where we get things done so that you can make a positive impact on the world.</p><br><p>We're looking for innovative and original thinkers to work in an environment where you can #MakeYourMoment so that we can help others make theirs.</p><br><p>If you want to change the status quo, we'll help you make your moment. Join Team Purple. Join IFS.</p><br><br>Job Description<br><p>As our Director – Finance Tools, Process & Systems, you will join the Corporate FP&A team as a strategic leader driving the transformation of IFS's Finance tools, processes, data architecture and AI capability. This is a rare, high-impact role at the intersection of Finance, Technology, Data and AI created to act as the Finance technical expert on the enterprise-wide rollout of a next-generation, AI-enabled EPM platform, provide senior Finance input to the redesign of the Group's ERP and Finance data structures, champion the embedding of AI across planning and analysis, and over time assume ownership of the global FP&A processes. You will work as an individual contributor with a clear mandate to assemble teams to deliver core projects and deliverables, and will operate as the bridge between Finance, Technology, Data and executive stakeholders, translating complex business requirements into scalable, system-enabled and AI-augmented operating models.</p><br><p><strong>Role Boundaries & Interfaces</strong></p><br><p>This role has been carefully scoped to complement existing responsibilities within Corporate FP&A, Accounting and IT. It is not a reporting role, an AI Business Unit role, or an EPM platform ownership role it is the Finance technical expert and governance leader that connects these disciplines.</p><br><p><strong>Key Responsibilities – EPM Programme Leadership</strong></p><br><ul><li>Act as Finance technical expert and delivery partner for the enterprise EPM platform, working alongside IT (as platform owner) to shape how the platform is designed, configured and deployed.</li><li>Lead vendor evaluation, selection, contracting and implementation partner management, including RFI, PoC, scoring, business case and Steering Committee governance.</li><li>Own the Finance requirements and future-state EPM solution design covering SaaS revenue (ARR/ACV/TCV), workforce and project cost planning, allocations, product/industry visibility, consolidation and AI-enabled scenario modelling.</li><li>Define the target planning operating model, integration architecture (ERP, GL, HCM, CRM, BI) and data model to ensure a single, governed version of the truth.</li><li>Drive user adoption, change management, training and continuous optimisation post go-live.</li><li>Establish and enforce Finance-side EPM governance, controls and release management standards in partnership with IT.</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities – AI Enablement & Finance Innovation</strong></p><br><ul><li>Act as the AI champion within Corporate FP&A, defining and executing the AI roadmap for planning, forecasting, reporting and process automation.</li><li>Embed AI-enabled forecasting, anomaly detection, driver-based scenario modelling and natural language query capabilities into the EPM and reporting stack.</li><li>Partner with the CIO, Data & AI teams and Finance leadership to identify, prioritise and deliver high-value AI use cases in Finance without duplicating AI Business Unit product work.</li><li>Establish AI governance, model risk management, data quality and ethical use standards for Finance-owned AI applications.</li><li>Evaluate emerging AI and GenAI capabilities copilots, agentic AI, LLM-based analytics and intelligent automation and lead pilots to accelerate adoption where value is proven.</li><li>Build AI literacy across the FP&A team through training, playbooks and hands-on enablement, creating an AI-fluent Finance organisation.</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities – ERP & Finance Data Structure Redesign</strong></p><br><ul><li>Act as a senior Finance leader within the Group's ERP and Finance data architecture redesign programme, partnering with Group Reporting, Accounting, Technology and BI to redesign end-to-end data structures from GL through management, statutory and investor reporting.</li><li>Interface with Accounting on the governance of the Chart of Accounts, cost centre hierarchies, business unit, product, function, project and legal entity dimensions to enable clean GAAP-first reporting that reconciles to management views.</li><li>Partner with ERP and Data/BI platform owners to define a coherent data lineage from voucher row through GL cube, consolidation and reporting layer that is AI-ready and scalable.</li><li>Champion transaction-level data transparency and reduce reliance on downstream reporting workarounds.</li><li>Support governance for master data ownership, chart-of-accounts change control and attribute mapping across systems.</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities – Budget & Forecast Process</strong></p><br><ul><li>Over time, assume end-to-end ownership of the global Budget and Forecast operating model process & governance.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement in forecast accuracy, planning efficiency and stakeholder accountability, leveraging the new EPM platform, AI-enabled forecasting and redesigned data architecture.</li><li>Lead long-range planning, scenario modelling and AI-driven, driver-based planning enhancements as the platform matures.</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities – Leadership, Delivery & Team Build-Out</strong></p><br><ul><li>Provide senior delivery leadership across concurrent transformation workstreams balancing strategic design authority with hands-on programme execution.</li><li>Represent Finance on the EPM Steering Committee and Finance data architecture steering forum.</li><li>Lead the interface with external consulting and implementation partners across the EPM and Finance data programmes, ensuring scope discipline, quality delivery and knowledge transfer.</li><li>Influence senior stakeholders including the CFO, VP Corporate FP&A, VP Group Reporting, Head of Accounting, CIO and Business Unit CFOs to secure alignment and pace.</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements</strong></p><br><ul><li>Extensive experience leading enterprise Finance transformation programmes within the software industry SaaS or subscription-based businesses strongly preferred.</li><li>Business-wide transformation experience within a global software business is essential.</li><li>Proven track record leading at least one end-to-end EPM platform selection and implementation (e.g., OneStream, Pigment, Anaplan, Oracle EPM, Workday Adaptive, SAP BPC) at scale.</li><li>Demonstrated experience embedding AI and GenAI capabilities into Finance processes, EPM platforms or reporting stacks.</li><li>Strong AI fluency familiarity with modern AI/GenAI tooling (copilots, LLMs, agentic AI, ML-based forecasting), data science fundamentals and applied use cases in Finance.</li><li>Track record of driving AI adoption at scale within a Finance function.</li><li>Direct experience redesigning ERP-linked data structures, Charts of Accounts, cost centre hierarchies and management reporting architectures within complex global environments.</li><li>Consulting background Big 4 (Deloitte, EY, PwC, KPMG), Accenture, IBM or equivalent with a Finance Transformation, EPM or Enterprise Performance practice pedigree preferred.</li><li>Strong balance of technical depth (data models, integration architecture, systems design, EPM configuration, AI/ML solution design) and delivery leadership (programme management, governance, stakeholder influence, change management).</li><li>Proven experience leading external consulting and implementation partners on major transformation programmes.</li><li>Deep understanding of SaaS metrics ARR, ACV, TCV, NRR, GRR and how they flow through planning, GL and reporting layers.</li><li>Experience operating in matrixed global organisations, engaging effectively with CFO-level and executive stakeholders.</li><li>Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to translate complex technical and AI concepts into clear business outcomes.</li></ul><br>Qualifications<br><ul><li>Degree-level qualification in Finance, Accounting, Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science or a related discipline.</li><li>Professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA), MBA, EPM implementation credentials or AI/ML certifications viewed favourably.</li><li>Fluent business English required.</li></ul><br>Additional Information<br><ul><li>A persistent nature and a willingness to understand and overcome operational challenges/obstacles.</li><li>Ability to understand processes and challenges and effectively communicate internally.</li><li>Ability to understand internal processes and navigate effectively.</li><li>Previous experience in a multinational technology company would be an advantage</li></ul><br><br> </div>
<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles & Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><ul><li><p>Strategy Development and Implementation</p><ul><li><p>Sets out EGA's Safety and Governance strategy and framework based on EGA's overall ESG & Sustainability strategy, purpose, bold aspirations, and values.</p></li><li><p>Directs the implementation of the functional strategy ensuring alignment to group strategy, EGA's vision, mission, and corporate objectives.</p></li><li><p>Ensures that functional strategy and related strategic plans are developed and implemented, aligned with the organization's vision and mission.</p></li><li><p>Provides subject matter expertise for the assigned domain and counsels EGA leadership on related matters to support achievement of corporate and functional strategies.</p></li><li><p>Shares the approved strategy with local/legal authorities, where appropriate, to obtain feedback as part of continuous improvement.</p></li></ul><p>Leadership</p><ul><li><p>Manages the effective achievement of functional objectives through leadership, performance management, and team development.</p></li><li><p>Establishes SMART KPIs for departments to measure individual and departmental performance against company objectives and values.</p></li><li><p>Leads talent development initiatives in collaboration with discipline experts to ensure business capability.</p></li><li><p>Acts as a role model by promoting organizational values and ethics across the function.</p></li><li><p>Oversees effective coordination with other departments to ensure timely information flow and service delivery.</p></li></ul><p>Budgeting and Financial Performance</p><ul><li><p>Oversees the consolidation and recommendation of the functional budget.</p></li><li><p>Monitors financial performance against budget to identify cost reduction opportunities and performance improvements.</p></li></ul><p>Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures</p><ul><li><p>Develops company-wide safety policies, processes, and procedures and monitors their effectiveness.</p></li><li><p>Implements corporate procedures and guidelines across the business.</p></li><li><p>Communicates relevant safety and governance information to ensure management remains informed of initiatives and changes.</p></li></ul><p>Safety Governance</p><ul><li><p>Leads the development of a comprehensive governance framework for safety management across EGA.</p></li><li><p>Oversees implementation of safety policies, systems, procedures, and controls to ensure legislative and procedural compliance.</p></li><li><p>Provides expert guidance to management on safety roles and responsibilities.</p></li><li><p>Ensures implementation, review, updating, and auditing of EGA safety systems.</p></li><li><p>Monitors safety system procedures and updates them in line with legislative and organizational changes.</p></li><li><p>Plans, leads, and coordinates safety improvement projects across all EGA sites.</p></li><li><p>Leads safety meetings and inspections to ensure compliance and corrective actions.</p></li><li><p>Plans and conducts safety and compliance audits.</p></li><li><p>Develops, implements, manages, and maintains comprehensive safety programs.</p></li><li><p>Provides guidance to site management to ensure compliance with local regulations and EGA standards.</p></li></ul><p>EGA Site Safety</p><ul><li><p>Leads day-to-day safety operations across all EGA sites.</p></li><li><p>Reviews and stops operations or activities that may endanger employees.</p></li><li><p>Drives proactive initiatives to minimize workplace injuries and accidents.</p></li><li><p>Leads major incident investigations and oversees investigation reporting.</p></li><li><p>Reviews accident and incident reports.</p></li><li><p>Plans and organizes safety training programs for all organizational levels.</p></li><li><p>Reviews and enhances safety training programs.</p></li><li><p>Conducts safety inspections and audits to ensure compliance.</p></li><li><p>Analyses accident and incident trends and recommends improvement plans.</p></li><li><p>Provides safety advice and support to area management.</p></li></ul><p>International Safety</p><ul><li><p>Develops and implements training programs covering international safety standards.</p></li><li><p>Leads safety awareness initiatives through workshops, seminars, and communication campaigns.</p></li><li><p>Implements and maintains standardized reporting systems for safety incidents and compliance.</p></li><li><p>Reviews and updates safety procedures to align with international standards and regulations.</p></li><li><p>Promotes continuous improvement through employee feedback.</p></li><li><p>Monitors compliance across international operations through audits and inspections.</p></li></ul><p>Stakeholder Management</p><ul><li><p>Develops and maintains effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders while ensuring high standards of business ethics and timely resolution of critical issues.</p></li></ul><p>Safety, Quality & Environment</p><ul><li><p>Ensures compliance with all relevant safety, quality, and environmental policies, procedures, and controls to protect employees, meet legislative requirements, and support environmental responsibility.</p></li></ul><p>Change Management</p><ul><li><p>Leads change management through continuous improvement of systems, processes, and practices while considering global standards and business changes.</p></li></ul><p>Reporting</p><ul><li><p>Ensures all functional reports are prepared accurately, on time, and in accordance with EGA requirements, policies, and quality standards.</p></li></ul><p>Authority / Decision Making</p><p><strong>Authority</strong></p><ul><li><p>Acts within clearly defined policies, standards, and specific objectives.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Decision Making</strong></p><ul><li><p>Identifies critical factors affecting decision outcomes.</p></li><li><p>Evaluates options accurately and establishes priorities.</p></li><li><p>Anticipates outcomes and understands logical consequences.</p></li><li><p>Navigates risk and uncertainty effectively.</p></li><li><p>Applies sound judgment in situations requiring quantitative analysis.</p></li></ul></li></ul></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><ul><li><p>Minimum Qualifications</p><ul><li><p>Bachelor's Degree in a relevant discipline such as Safety Management or HSSE.</p></li><li><p>Professional Certification or Diploma in Safety Management.</p></li><li><p>Lead Auditor certification.</p></li></ul><p>Minimum Experience</p><ul><li><p>12 years of safety experience in an industrial environment, including at least 4 years in a safety management role.</p></li></ul><p>Skills & Abilities</p><ul><li><p>Risk assessment and management.</p></li><li><p>Knowledge of administrative policies and procedures.</p></li><li><p>Familiarity with project and departmental budgeting processes and tools.</p></li><li><p>Knowledge of project controls.</p></li><li><p>Conceptual planning ability.</p></li><li><p>Conflict management and problem-solving skills.</p></li><li><p>Strong leadership capability.</p></li><li><p>Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.</p></li><li><p>Effective communication, meeting facilitation, and presentation skills.</p></li><li><p>Proficiency with time reporting systems.</p></li><li><p>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</p></li><li><p>Ability to design and deliver training programs.</p></li><li><p>Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.</p></li></ul></li></ul><p></p></section>
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<span>Description</span><br><span></span><p>MedNet, a leading healthcare management and third-party administration (TPA) provider and part of Munich Re Group, is seeking an exceptional<strong>Chief Commercial Officer (CCO)</strong>to lead the next phase of our commercial growth and market expansion journey.</p><br><p>This is a rare opportunity for a visionary and results-driven executive to influence the future of healthcare administration across the region. As a member of the MedNet Leadership Team, the CCO will be responsible for defining and executing MedNet's commercial strategy, accelerating profitable growth, strengthening client and partner relationships, developing profitable products and services and positioning the organization for long-term success in an increasingly dynamic healthcare landscape.</p><br><p>Leading a diverse and geographically dispersed commercial organization, the successful candidate will champion a customer-centric, performance-driven culture while identifying new opportunities for growth across existing and emerging MedNet locations.</p><br><p><strong>Your Role:</strong></p><br><ul><li>Develop and execute a compelling commercial strategy that supports MedNet's long-term business objectives and sustainable growth ambitions.</li><li>Drive profitable revenue growth and increase market share across existing and new markets.</li><li>Identify emerging market trends, customer needs and product innovation opportunities to strengthen MedNet's competitive positioning.</li><li>Lead all aspects of business development, client management, strategic partnerships, branding and market expansion across the Group.</li><li>Partner closely with Munich Re's Client Management and Business Development teams to maximize opportunities and strengthen client engagement across the region.</li><li>Oversee strategic marketing, brand and partnership initiatives to enhance MedNet's visibility, reputation and leadership position within the healthcare ecosystem.</li><li>Lead the development of new products, propositions and service offerings that create meaningful value for clients and deliver sustainable profitability.</li><li>Build and nurture strategic relationships with key clients, insurers, brokers, healthcare providers, regulators, government stakeholders and business partners.</li><li>Represent MedNet at executive forums, industry events and key stakeholder engagements, serving as an ambassador for the organization and the Munich Re Group.</li><li>Champion transformation initiatives that enhance the client experience and improve commercial effectiveness.</li><li>Inspire and develop high-performing commercial teams across multiple markets, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability and excellence.</li><li>Drive organizational alignment and change management initiatives to ensure a consistent and market-leading commercial approach across all MedNet entities.</li></ul><br> <br> <span>Qualifications</span><br><span></span><p><strong>Your Profile:</strong></p><br><ul><li>15+ years of progressive leadership experience, including significant commercial, strategic or general management responsibility.</li><li>Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Finance, Healthcare Management or a related discipline; MBA preferred.</li><li>Proven ability to lead large and geographically dispersed teams through periods of growth, transformation and change.</li><li>A proven track record of senior commercial leadership experience, ideally within Third Party Administrators (TPA’s), health insurance, healthcare administration, or related financial services sectors.</li><li>Deep understanding of the UAE health insurance market, including payer dynamics, regulatory landscape and established relationships with key decision-makers across insurers, brokers and healthcare providers</li><li>Strong understanding of health insurance principles, healthcare ecosystems and relevant regulatory environments.</li><li>Demonstrated success in developing and executing growth strategies, entering new markets and delivering measurable commercial results.</li><li>Strong commercial acumen with a focus on profitability, value creation and customer outcomes.</li><li>Experience driving product innovation and new revenue-generating opportunities.</li><li>Experience building and managing executive-level relationships with clients, partners, regulators and government entities.</li><li>Exceptional strategic thinking, leadership, negotiation and influencing skills.</li><li>Significant experience leading regional or multi-country operations and managing complex stakeholder environments.</li></ul><p><strong>Success in this role will be measured by:</strong></p><br><ul><li>Delivery of Group revenue growth and profitability targets.</li><li>Achievement of client retention and strategic account growth objectives.</li><li>Growth of new business and successful markets expansion initiatives.</li><li>Development of new revenue streams and strategic partnerships.</li><li>Strengthening of MedNet's market position and brand reputation.</li><li>Leading a high-performing commercial organization across the region.</li></ul><p><strong>Why Join MedNet?</strong></p><br><p>At MedNet, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of healthcare administration across a diverse and rapidly evolving region. As part of the Munich Re Group, you will work alongside industry-leading professionals while contributing to meaningful healthcare solutions that improve access, experience and outcomes for millions of members.</p><br><p>Join us and play a pivotal role in delivering sustainable growth, driving commercial results and creating lasting value for our clients, partners and communities.</p><br><br> </div>
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<br>Company Description<br><br><p><strong>Raffles Hotels & Resorts</strong><br>The Birthplace of stories and legends since 1887, Raffles is a legendary brand, steeped in history and loved by generations past, present and future. Raffles, at distinguished landmark addresses around the world, is the vibrant heart of its destination, curating experiences that are culturally enriching, intellectually stimulating and always respectful of local communities, heritage and the environment. Its timeless elegance, refined manners and spirit of generosity ensure that every visitor arrives as a guest, leaves as a friend and returns as family.<br> </p><br><p><strong>Fairmont Hotels & Resorts</strong></p><br><p>Join a dynamic team and be part of the Fairmont family – with 90+ spectacular properties, and 34 more in the pipeline, in 30 countries around the globe, stretching from the beaches of Hawaii, to the unspoiled national parks of Canada, to the heart of London, to the deserts of the United Arab Emirates. </p><br><br>Job Description<br><br><p>Lead and support the development and implementation of innovative Food & Beverage concepts across the Raffles and Fairmont brands. Ensure that new openings, renovations, and strategic F&B projects deliver distinctive, commercially successful, and brand-aligned dining experiences. Translate the overarching brand strategy into tangible, compelling restaurant, bar, and experiential offerings throughout the portfolio, enhancing guest satisfaction and driving revenue.</p><br><p>•<strong>Strategic Concept Development & Positioning:</strong></p><br><p>•Lead the end-to-end development of innovative and commercially viable F&B concepts, from ideation to detailed proposition, ensuring alignment with Raffles and Fairmont brand standards and market trends.</p><br><p>•Define unique selling propositions and positioning for all new and renovated F&B outlets to ensure competitive differentiation and guest appeal.</p><br><p>•Conduct comprehensive market research and competitive analysis to identify emerging F&B trends, consumer preferences, and opportunities for brand innovation.</p><br><p>•Develop detailed business cases for proposed F&B concepts, including financial projections, operational requirements, and risk assessments.</p><br><p>•<strong>Project Delivery & Pre-Opening Support:</strong></p><br><p>•Oversee the successful execution of F&B development projects from concept approval through to pre-opening, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.</p><br><p>•Collaborate closely with internal development, design, and operations teams, as well as external partners, to ensure seamless integration of F&B concepts into hotel projects.</p><br><p>•Provide expert guidance and support during the design and construction phases, ensuring F&B operational efficiency and guest experience are prioritized.</p><br><p>•Develop and implement pre-opening strategies for F&B outlets, including operational manuals, service standards, and initial menu development in collaboration with culinary teams.</p><br><p>•<strong>Stakeholder Alignment & Governance:</strong></p><br><p>•Act as the primary F&B development liaison with hotel owners and key stakeholders, effectively communicating project vision, progress, and securing buy-in.</p><br><p>•Facilitate decision-making processes by presenting clear, data-driven recommendations and managing expectations across diverse stakeholder groups.</p><br><p>•Establish and maintain robust governance processes for F&B concept approval, ensuring all projects meet brand guidelines, operational feasibility, and financial targets.</p><br><p>•Build strong relationships with internal departments (e.g., Operations, Technical Services, Procurement, Marketing) to ensure collaborative project execution and successful F&B activations.</p><br><p>•<strong>Industry Intelligence & Innovation:</strong></p><br><p>•Continuously monitor global F&B trends, innovations, and best practices within the luxury hospitality sector and beyond.</p><br><p>•Translate market insights into actionable strategies and innovative F&B offerings that enhance brand reputation and guest experience.</p><br><p>•Foster a culture of creativity and continuous improvement within the F&B development process.</p><br><p>•Identify and evaluate potential partnerships with chefs, restaurateurs, and third-party operators to enhance the F&B portfolio.</p><br><p>•<strong>Performance Monitoring & Optimization:</strong></p><br><p>•In collaboration with operations, contribute to the post-opening review of F&B concepts to assess performance against initial objectives and identify areas for refinement.</p><br><p>•Develop scalable F&B concepts and operational models that can be adapted across a diverse global portfolio.</p><br><br>Qualifications<br><br><p>•Senior F&B development professional with a strong international exposure, capable of translating broad brand vision into commercially successful, distinctive, and operationally excellent concepts.</p><br><p>•Extensive experience (10-15+ years) in F&B leadership or development roles within luxury hospitality, including multi-property or corporate F&B development.</p><br><p>•Proven experience in both hotel-based F&B operations and standalone restaurant/bar development and concept creation.</p><br><p>•Recognized for industry awareness, innovative thinking, structured execution, and exceptional stakeholder alignment and management skills.</p><br><p>•Strong exposure to luxury or premium hospitality environments, with a deep understanding of guest expectations and service standards in this segment.</p><br><p>•Demonstrable experience in concept development, pre-opening projects, and the full lifecycle of F&B outlet creation and renovation.</p><br> </div>
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<p><br>What if you could shape a career as unique as you?<br>At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.</p><br><p>WSP ME team has ambitions to significantly expand our energy team. We are seeking a Technical Expert with core expertise in Electrical domain with proven experience on HV Sub-stations while working on Power Transmission & Distribution Projects. The incumbent would be a proven leader with strong technical expertise who will be managing electrical team, enable timely and quality delivery of projects and act as the front face to our key clients in Middle East. </p><br><br>Responsibilities:<br><p>Role relating to Associate Technical Director– Electrical for Power Transmission & Distribution projects.<br>This includes (but not limited to):</p><br><ul><li>This role includes overall leadership of Electrical Discipline which will entail technical leadership responsibilities including client management, project delivery, bids & proposals & people management (mentoring, training, team growth) etc. </li><li>The candidate should have strong technical knowledge in both primary & secondary detailed engineering of EHV substations and subject matter expert at least one of them.</li><li>Expertise in conceptual engineering drawings & designs (calculations), BOQs for Extra High Voltage (EHV) projects, covering both Air Insulated Substations (AIS) and Gas Insulated Substations (GIS), ranging from 132 kV up to 400kV (with a particular emphasis on 220 kV voltages and above).</li><li>Perform design review for electrical deliverables related to T&D projects while acting as a lead and directly interfacing with clients.</li><li>Manage a team of engineers and designers in carrying out electrical design review and basic engineering works including sizing calculations, layouts, BOQ and provide necessary technical inputs to designers, procurement assistance in compliance with tender specifications and design basis, within budgeted man-hour and project schedules.</li><li>Candidate shall have expertise in basic design/review of electrical substation facilities including Single Line Diagram, Protection Single Line diagram, General Arrangement layout, Sectional Layout, Erection key diagram, Direct Stroke Lightning protection, LT AC/DC diagrams, Lighting, ground mat design, Power One Line diagram, schematic diagrams, wiring diagrams, Panel GA drawing, BOM of P&C Panel, LT AC/DC diagrams.</li><li>Preparation of project specifications for material and equipment purchase and installation.</li><li>Experience of conducting feasibility studies, conceptual design report (CDR), design reviews and monitoring the site supervision work on OE roles.</li><li>Delivery of accurate and thorough designs that will meet industry standards and specifications, and meet good engineering practice with excellent constructability.</li><li>Review of internal and external designs for code compliance, good design practice and constructability.<br>Resolving site queries during the construction phase of projects.</li><li>Maintaining complete project documentation with respect to substation design and construction, including all completion packages, as-built requirements and return data information.</li><li>Making and maintaining appropriate commitments to project teams and coordinating design activities with multi-disciplined project team members.</li><li>Assist in the preparation of technical inquiry requests (Inquiry Requisitions) to vendors, participate in the technical evaluation of vendor bid offers. Partake in Technical Bid Evaluations (TBE), review vendor drawings and documents. Review design calculations, ensure vendor equipment specifications meet with client equipment specifications and are within budgeted costs.</li><li>Lead the proposal and bidding work for all power & network related projects.</li><li>Collaborate with WSP offices and GCC team for successful delivery of the PT&D projects.</li><li>Provide guidance and mentorship to less experienced team members.</li><li>Engage in training sessions and meetings dedicated to addressing targeted organizational initiatives.</li><li>Ability to lead the projects and deal the client with hands on experience in project management processes/activities.</li><li>Willingness to visit client offices/project sites in ME as and when required.<br> </li></ul><br>Qualifications:<br><ul><li>Possess a Graduate or Post Graduate Degree in Electrical engineering from an accredited institution.</li><li>15-20 years of experience of working in a lead role on large size capital projects in Middle East.</li><li>Familiarity with software tools like Auto CAD, ETAP, PSS/E, ASPEN will be an added advantage.</li><li>Experience of working on projects with Middle East Utilities like TAQA/ADDC/SEC/NGSA/DEWA will be strong differentiator.</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills.</li><li>Demonstrated leadership skills, Strong problem solving and analytical skills.</li><li>Self-motivated and eager learner, aptitude to grow and develop within the field.</li></ul><p><strong>Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.</strong><br>Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself?<br><strong>With us, you can. Apply today.</strong></p><br> </div>
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The Team
<p>We are a global, independent, multi-disciplinary consultancy delivering sustainable engineering and design solutions across the built environment. With over 1,200 engineers and designers across 29 locations, we apply our expertise to local market conditions to deliver resilient, low-carbon engineering solutions. We are 100% partner-owned and are proud to have been named Building Magazine’s Engineering Consultant of the Year in 2024, 2022, and 2021.</p><br> <p>Our data centre team has been leading mission-critical design since 2006, delivering over 2,000MW of capacity globally. With a reputation for engineering excellence and sustainability, we’ve partnered with some of the world’s most high-profile clients to create energy-efficient, low-emission data centres that set new standards for resilience and innovation. Recognised as Data Centre Consultancy of the Year in 2025, our team continues to push boundaries in design and delivery.</p><br> <p>Based in Dubai, this role forms a key part of our growing presence across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). You will play a central role in establishing and expanding our regional data centre capability, working collaboratively with our global network and local partners.</p><br>
The Role
<p>This is a strategic leadership opportunity for an experienced, client-focused data centre specialist to establish, develop and grow our data centre capability from Dubai, serving clients and projects across the wider MENA region. For the right candidate, this may represent a step up from their current role; they will be supported in making that transition through close collaboration with regional leadership and access to our established global sector experts. The successful candidate will be expected to combine sector credibility, technical leadership and commercial drive to build a sustainable regional business unit.</p><br> <p>You will be accountable for the full lifecycle of the sector’s growth and delivery: identifying and mapping priority clients, developing opportunities, leading bids and proposals, shaping project strategies, overseeing multidisciplinary design delivery, and ensuring robust quality assurance and quality control throughout each commission.</p><br> <p>Working closely with regional leadership and our established global data centre specialists, you will set the direction for the MENA offer, develop trusted client relationships, build a high-performing local team, and ensure that our technical, commercial and service standards are consistently delivered. You will not be expected to do this in isolation: you will have the support, guidance and technical depth of both the regional leadership team and our global network of sector experts.</p><br> <p>Key Responsibilities:</p><br> <p>- Establish and grow the data centre business unit in Dubai as a regional platform serving the MENA market.</p><br>
<p>- Develop a clear regional growth plan, including target markets, priority clients, strategic partners, pipeline opportunities and sector positioning.</p><br>
<p>- Lead work winning activity, including client mapping, opportunity development, bid strategy, proposal leadership, fee development and commercial negotiation.</p><br>
<p>- Act as a senior client-facing representative for the data centre sector, building long-term relationships with developers, operators, hyperscale clients, investors, contractors and delivery partners.</p><br>
<p>- Lead multidisciplinary design delivery on data centre projects, ensuring solutions are technically robust, coordinated, buildable, resilient, sustainable and aligned with client requirements.</p><br>
<p>- Own project delivery governance, including programme, resourcing, risk management, change control, commercial performance, reporting and stakeholder communication.</p><br>
<p>- Implement and maintain rigorous QA/QC processes, including design reviews, technical approvals, interdisciplinary checks, lessons learned and compliance with relevant standards, codes and Cundall procedures.</p><br>
<p>- Recruit, mentor and develop engineers and technical specialists, creating a high-performing team culture that supports growth, accountability and collaboration across the region.</p><br>
The Skills
<p>You will be a Chartered Engineer, or working towards equivalent professional recognition, educated to degree level in a relevant engineering discipline. You will bring significant consultancy experience, with a proven track record in data centre, mission-critical, high-technology or similarly complex MEP-led projects.</p><br> <p>The role requires someone who can operate as both a sector leader and a delivery lead: commercially aware, technically credible, highly organised, and confident engaging with senior clients, project teams and regional leadership.</p><br> <p>You will have demonstrable experience developing client relationships, identifying new opportunities, shaping winning proposals and converting prospects into live commissions. You will also understand how to build delivery teams, set expectations, manage resources and maintain strong commercial performance across multiple concurrent projects.</p><br> <p>Technically, you will be able to lead and review design outputs, manage multidisciplinary coordination, chair project and design reviews, oversee specifications and reports, and ensure that QA/QC procedures are applied consistently. You will be comfortable balancing hands-on technical input with strategic leadership, business development and team management responsibilities.</p><br> <p>Job Description </p><br> <p>Your career at Cundall - Critical systems - Publications - Cundall</p><br> <p> <strong>We know that to be the best at what we do we need a diverse workforce underpinned by an inclusive culture. Creating environments where everyone can find joy doing their best work is also great for everyone. That’s why we positively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities, and encourage, support, and celebrate the diverse voices of our people.</strong></p><br> <p>#LI-JS1</p><br> </div>
<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles & Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><ul><li><p>Major Hazard Governance</p><ul><li><p>Establish and maintain an enterprise-wide Major Hazard Risk Management Framework.</p></li><li><p>Define, implement, and oversee Critical Controls for major hazard exposures, including:</p><ul><li><p>Molten metal handling and transfer operations.</p></li><li><p>Potline integrity and high-voltage electrical systems.</p></li><li><p>Gas systems (e.g., natural gas, hydrogen, and compressed gases).</p></li><li><p>Pressure systems and stored energy hazards.</p></li><li><p>Confined space entry and other high-risk activities.</p></li></ul></li><li><p>Ensure governance and control frameworks are aligned with recognized international standards and industry best practices, including:</p><ul><li><p>International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM) Critical Control Management Guidance.</p></li><li><p>Center for Chemical Process Safety (CCPS) Risk-Based Process Safety Framework.</p></li><li><p>Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Process Safety Management (PSM) Principles.</p></li></ul></li></ul><p>Fatality & Serious Injury Prevention (SIF Focus)</p><ul><li><p>Lead the strategic shift from traditional lagging safety metrics (TRIFR/LTIFR) toward Serious Injury and Fatality (SIF) prevention, ensuring the organization prioritizes catastrophic risk exposure and Major Accident Event (MAE) prevention.</p></li><li><p>Establish and govern a robust SIF and High Potential (HiPo) Event Framework, including:</p><ul><li><p>Clear definitions.</p></li><li><p>Classification criteria.</p></li><li><p>Escalation thresholds.</p></li></ul></li><li><p>Monitor and report barrier health and Critical Control effectiveness by:</p><ul><li><p>Detecting control degradation.</p></li><li><p>Monitoring overdue verification activities.</p></li><li><p>Identifying weak signals.</p></li><li><p>Detecting operational drift.</p></li></ul></li><li><p>Ensure all High Potential events, Critical Control failures, and recurring systemic weaknesses are reviewed with the Executive Committee, including:</p><ul><li><p>Credible worst-case outcomes.</p></li><li><p>Failed or degraded controls.</p></li><li><p>Immediate corrective actions.</p></li><li><p>Long-term systemic improvements.</p></li></ul></li><li><p>Implement and oversee an independent verification program for Life-Saving Rules and Critical Controls by ensuring high-risk controls are:</p><ul><li><p>Tested against defined performance standards.</p></li><li><p>Verified through field validation and evidence-based assurance.</p></li><li><p>Tracked through governance dashboards.</p></li><li><p>Escalated when non-compliant or ineffective.</p></li></ul></li><li><p>Ensure leadership accountability through:</p><ul><li><p>SIF performance reviews.</p></li><li><p>Barrier assurance reporting.</p></li><li><p>Board-level visibility of major hazard exposure and Critical Control performance.</p></li></ul></li></ul><p>Engineering & Asset Integrity</p><ul><li><p>Provide governance and oversight of engineering systems that protect against major hazards, including:</p><ul><li><p>Mechanical Integrity Programs.</p></li><li><p>Electrical Integrity and Arc Flash Risk Controls.</p></li><li><p>Management of Change (MOC) Governance.</p></li><li><p>Safe Design Reviews for new smelter technologies and modifications.</p></li></ul></li><li><p>Ensure Process Safety requirements are embedded into all capital projects, expansions, and major upgrades from concept through commissioning and operational handover.</p></li></ul><p>Automation & AI in Process Safety</p><ul><li><p>Lead the integration of advanced technologies to strengthen Process Safety performance and reduce catastrophic risk exposure, including:</p><ul><li><p>AI-based predictive analytics for early anomaly detection and emerging risk trends.</p></li><li><p>Real-time monitoring of critical parameters such as temperature, pressure, and gas concentrations.</p></li><li><p>Smart sensors for molten metal transport systems and other high-risk equipment.</p></li><li><p>Digital barrier management and Critical Control verification platforms.</p></li><li><p>Automated shutdown and interlock systems to eliminate or minimize human exposure.</p></li></ul></li><li><p>Ensure digital and automation initiatives align with Serious Injury and Fatality (SIF) prevention principles and National Safety Council leading practices.</p></li></ul><p>Board Reporting & Risk Transparency</p><ul><li><p>Provide quarterly Board-level reporting on key Process Safety and Major Hazard indicators, including:</p><ul><li><p>Tier 1 and Tier 2 Process Safety Events.</p></li><li><p>Critical Control Effectiveness Rate.</p></li><li><p>Barrier Health Index.</p></li><li><p>High Potential Incident (HiPo) Trends.</p></li><li><p>Mechanical Integrity Backlog and Risk Exposure.</p></li><li><p>Major Hazard Risk Heat Map.</p></li></ul></li><li><p>Ensure the Board has timely visibility of:</p><ul><li><p>Catastrophic risk exposure.</p></li><li><p>Emerging threats.</p></li><li><p>Effectiveness of mitigation measures.</p></li><li><p>Critical Control performance.</p></li></ul></li></ul><p>Authority & Decision Making</p><p>Authority</p><ul><li><p>Authorized to stop or suspend high-risk operations, including:</p><ul><li><p>Molten metal transfer.</p></li><li><p>High-voltage electrical work.</p></li><li><p>Gas system activities.</p></li><li><p>Confined space entry.</p></li><li><p>Major lifting operations.</p></li></ul></li><li><p>Approve and enforce Critical Control Performance Standards, including verification frequencies, assurance methodologies, and minimum compliance thresholds.</p></li><li><p>Require immediate corrective actions and establish risk-based deadlines where major hazard exposure is elevated or Critical Controls are failing.</p></li><li><p>Approve or reject Management of Change (MOC) outcomes for modifications affecting:</p><ul><li><p>Processes.</p></li><li><p>Equipment.</p></li><li><p>Technology.</p></li><li><p>Procedures.</p></li><li><p>Operating conditions.</p></li></ul></li><li><p>Challenge operational decisions and require revalidation of risk assessments where:</p><ul><li><p>Hazard studies are incomplete, outdated, or poorly scoped.</p></li><li><p>Critical Controls are not clearly defined.</p></li><li><p>Residual risk is not within acceptable or tolerable limits.</p></li></ul></li></ul><p>Decision Making</p><ul><li><p>Identify critical factors affecting major hazard risks and operational safety.</p></li><li><p>Evaluate alternatives and establish priorities based on risk exposure.</p></li><li><p>Anticipate potential outcomes and assess operational consequences.</p></li><li><p>Make informed decisions under conditions of uncertainty and elevated risk.</p></li><li><p>Apply sound engineering judgment, quantitative analysis, and risk-based decision-making principles to protect people, assets, environment, and business continuity.</p></li></ul></li></ul></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><ul><li><p>Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Process Engineering, or a related discipline).</p></li><li><p>Minimum 15 years of experience in high-hazard industrial operations.</p></li><li><p>Demonstrated expertise in:</p><ul><li><p>Hazard and Operability Studies (HAZOP).</p></li><li><p>Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA).</p></li><li><p>Bowtie Risk Analysis.</p></li><li><p>Critical Control Management (CCM).</p></li><li><p>Major Accident Prevention.</p></li><li><p>Regulatory engagement and Board Committee reporting.</p></li><li><p>Digital technologies, data analytics, and Process Safety systems.</p></li></ul></li></ul><p>Leadership Expectations</p><ul><li><p>Demonstrates the independence and authority to escalate catastrophic risk concerns to Executive Management and the Board.</p></li><li><p>Exercises the judgment and decisiveness to stop unsafe, high-risk operations when Critical Controls are ineffective or degraded.</p></li><li><p>Applies systems-thinking principles to identify root causes, systemic weaknesses, and cross-functional risk interactions.</p></li><li><p>Influences senior leadership and operational teams to strengthen Process Safety culture, governance, accountability, and continuous improvement.</p></li><li><p>Promotes a proactive approach to catastrophic risk prevention through visible leadership and effective decision-making.</p></li></ul><p>Key Performance Indicators (Board-Level)</p><ul><li><p>Zero Tier 1 Catastrophic Process Safety Events.</p></li><li><p>≥95% Critical Control Verification Effectiveness.</p></li><li><p>100% Management of Change (MOC) compliance for all major risk changes.</p></li><li><p>Continuous reduction in Serious Injury & Fatality (SIF) potential and High Potential (HiPo) events.</p></li><li><p>100% closure of high-risk corrective actions within agreed target timeframes.</p></li></ul><p>Why This Role is Critical in the Aluminium Industry</p><ul><li><p>Ensures effective management of major hazards associated with aluminium smelting operations, including:</p><ul><li><p>Molten metal handling at temperatures exceeding <strong>700°C</strong>.</p></li><li><p>High-amperage electrical systems.</p></li><li><p>Combustible dust hazards.</p></li><li><p>Heavy lifting and crane operations.</p></li></ul></li><li><p>Prevents catastrophic incidents resulting from Critical Control failures, including:</p><ul><li><p>Multi-fatality events.</p></li><li><p>Major fires and explosions.</p></li><li><p>Significant asset damage.</p></li><li><p>Business interruption and reputational loss.</p></li></ul></li><li><p>Drives the organization's transition from reactive injury management to proactive catastrophic risk prevention through:</p><ul><li><p>Robust Major Hazard Governance.</p></li><li><p>Critical Control Assurance.</p></li><li><p>Risk-based decision-making.</p></li><li><p>Executive and Board-level visibility of Process Safety performance.</p></li></ul></li></ul><p></p></section>
Role Summary The HR & Office Manager is responsible for the overall governance, compliance, and operational oversight of Human Resources and Workplace Operations across the group. The role oversees recruitment governance, employee lifecycle management, payroll coordination, performance administration, regulatory compliance, workplace infrastructure, vendor management, facilities budgeting, safety standards, and business continuity. The HR & Office Manager holds full accountability for compliance with UAE labor laws, Emiratisation, GPSSA, NAFIS, and all employee- and owner-related permits and licenses. Execution may be delegated to the HR & Recruitment Executive and Office Administrator; however, final oversight and compliance responsibility remain with the HR & Office Manager.<br>Key Responsibilities <br>A. Human Resources Governance & Operations Oversee recruitment, onboarding, employee lifecycle management, performance administration, payroll coordination, and HR documentation. Ensure employment contracts, disciplinary processes, employee records, and HR systems remain accurate, compliant, and audit-ready. Supervise visa processing, government documentation, and employee compliance throughout the employment lifecycle. Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with company policies and UAE labour regulations. B. Emiratisation & Regulatory Compliance Oversee compliance with Emiratisation, MOHRE, GPSSA, NAFIS, and other applicable employment regulations. Ensure all employee-related regulatory documentation, registrations, and compliance requirements are maintained and audit-ready. C. Employee & Corporate Compliance Oversee employee permits, insurance, licences, and regulatory documentation, while ensuring company owners' required permits remain valid and compliant. Monitor regulatory changes and ensure timely implementation across the business. D. Office & Workplace Operations Oversee workplace operations, facilities, vendor management, office budgets, infrastructure, asset management, and business continuity planning. Ensure workplace safety, emergency preparedness, and operational compliance are maintained. Lead workplace improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and employee experience. E. Training & Team Leadership Develop and oversee training, onboarding, and employee development initiatives. Set objectives, monitor performance, and provide leadership to the HR & Office Operations team.<br>Skills & Qualifications<br>Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Minimum 6 years of HR experience, including 2 years in a managerial role. Strong knowledge of UAE Labour Law, MOHRE, Emiratisation, GPSSA, and NAFIS requirements. Experience overseeing the full employee lifecycle, HR operations, compliance, payroll coordination, and recruitment. Strong leadership, organisational, and decision-making skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Excellent communication skills, high attention to detail, and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HRIS systems (KEKA or similar is an advantage).
NMDC Group, based in Abu Dhabi, is pleased to announce a face-to-face interview campaign in Dubai for experienced professionals with expertise in major infrastructure, water desalination, piling, power substations, and precast factory projects. Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Minimum 12–15 years of relevant experience in large-scale projects, including:Infrastructure works Water desalination plants Marine construction Piling works Power substations Precast factories Industrial and utility projects<br>Open Managerial Positions Marine Construction Manager MEP Construction Manager Project Manager Projects Manager - Precast Factory Technical Office Manager Construction Manager Precast Manager <br>Application Process Interested candidates are invited to send their updated CV to:jainendra.srivastava@nmdc-group.com<br>Please mention the position applied for and "Infrastructure Project" in the email subject line. Candidates should include the following details in their application:Total Infrastructure Project Experience Current Salary Expected Salary Notice Period Current Location Contact Number Date of Birth Nationality<br>Note:Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.