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Sunday, December 30, 2012

Procurement Engineers Required - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Description:
We are moving into the future. And fast. We want likeminded people to help us reach there. Global Trust Enterprises FZCO is one of the largest suppliers for a wide variety of products catering primarily to the Oil & Gas, Petrochemicals, Drilling & Exploration, Pipeline Projects and Refineries.

We are looking for young and energetic, Procurement Engineers for a Middle Management profession with a minimum of 5 years experience in International & local procurement and logistics operation with multinational EPC companies , operating in Oil & Gas / Petrochemical / Drilling & Exploration / Refineries sectors.

Key Responsibilities:
 Should have strong focus on building and maintaining close ties with Vendors, Clients, and Shipping Agencies/Logistics Providers.
 Should have knowledge of material handling and storage requirements for hazardous materials and chemicals.
 Have to be well experienced in procurement of Chemical, Mechanical, Structural, Piping, Electrical material
 Exceptional skills at Sourcing, Basic Technical Evaluation, Commercial bid Evaluation, Negotiation, Order Processing, Expediting, Logistics and Inventory Management.
 Should analyze competitive bids, negotiate rates and terms with Suppliers & logistics providers.
 Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and to handle multiple tasks with minimal supervision.
 Should have Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain sound business relationships. Committed to perform professionally and contribute effectively to the success of the company.

Desired Candidate Profile:
 Should be qualified in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering
 Candidates with UAE driving license will be preferred
 Available to join immediately.

If you fit the above requirements, mail your CV to global _hr2013@yahoo.com.

Executive Secretary - Prima Law - Consultations Office - Riyadh - Saudi Arabia

- Read and analyze incoming memos, submissions, and reports in order to determine their significance and plan their distribution.
- Open, sort, and distribute incoming correspondence, including faxes and email.
- File and retrieve corporate documents, records, and reports.
- Greet visitors and determine whether they should be given access to specific individuals.
- Prepare responses to correspondence containing routine inquiries.
- Perform general office duties such as ordering supplies, maintaining records management systems, and performing basic bookkeeping work.
• Experience in a similar position.
• Excellent Arabic / English typing skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent command of English & Arabic.
• Computer literate.

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Lawyer Legal Advisors - Prima Law - Consultations Office - Riyadh - Jeddah - Saudi Arabia

A reputable law office engaged in national and international practices, wishes to recruit highly qualified Lawyers & Legal Advisers for its Riyadh and Jeddah offices.

1. Minimum 5 years experience.
2. Ability to provide legal consultations related to commercial and trading contracts and banking transactions.
3. Good Command of written and spoken English.
4. Computer literate, (ability to use computer in office work).
5. Experience in working with specialized well known law offices, international companies or banks.

Ph.D or Master Degree in a related field.

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Translator - Prima Law - Consultations Office - Riyadh - Saudi Arabia

A Translator is needed to translate from The English language to the Arabic language and vice-versa.

    Must have a perfect command of Arabic and English.
    ability to work to deadlines
    good general knowledge
    excellent spoken and written English
    fluency in at least one foreign languages
    IT skills
    Experience and accuracy is needed.

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Friday, December 28, 2012

Customer Service Agent - National Aviation Services - NAS - Kuwait

Provides various customer service support to customers and clients required while assigned in a specific shift at the Hala Kuwait Counter, Call Center or Pearl Lounge. Key responsibilities may include making reservations for and also provide meet and assist service, provide receptionist services at the lounge or answer/attend general call enquires/requests at the call center.

Minimum of 2 years experience in customer service. Good communication skills, Excellent customer service skills, Pleasing personality and basic computer skills are required. Must hold a valid transferrable visa.

Closing Date: 03-Jan-2013

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Senior Process Engineer - SAMREF - Yanbu - Saudi Arabia

Oil, Gas and Design in the Reformer/CCR & or NHT units as a process support Engineer.

Educational Requirements or Equivalent: B.Sc. Degree in Chemical Engineering.
Skills: Technical Skills and thorough knowledge of Industry/International standards and their application. Good verbal and written communication skills to interface and communicate with internal and external departments.

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Senior Process Control Engineer - SAMREF - Yanbu - Saudi Arabia

To lead the specification, development, and support of process control applications used by refinery operations to maximize refinery profitability and reliability. These process control applications that may encompass regulatory control, sequential control, advanced control, optimization and expert system applications. These applications will be based primarily on the Foxboro I/A DCS but may also use other servers or personal computers. Development will primarily involve the deployment and customization of DMC corporation packages. This position requires the incumbent to work with the operations department and process group in resolving problems, developing new applications and recommending modifications to operational targets and designs. The incumbent will also coach and provide guidance for other members of the process control group.

Educational Requirements or Equivalent: Bachelor Degree in Chemical Engineering.
Excellent proficiency in English language.
Skills:
Process and Process Control Technology, with at least on programming language (Fortran, Basic, "C"). Control Systems, Refinery Operations, and Real time Optimization knowledge. Further Advanced training (Basic Control and Control Theory, Basic DCS System MVC, Expert Systems, Advance DCS System, Advance MVC, Optimization Theory, Blending Knowledge, Statistics, Real Time Optimization Theory, Blend Application, Advance Statistics, and Planning skills)

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Senior Machinery Reliability Engineer - SAMREF - Yanbu - Saudi Arabia

To provide specialized technical assistant to maintenance and technical departments in particular and the Refinery in general towards machinery related issues "solving problem, modifying and improving". To initiate the establishment for programs associated with rotating equipment. To provide root cause analysis for machinery failure. To assist in major machinery turnaround planning by writing the detailed scope of work. To act as Samref’s pool of technical rotating equipment expertise to be applied to maintenance and capital project design. To develop Machinery Equipment Strategy and keep them updated.

Educational Requirements or Equivalent: Bachelors of Science in Mechanical Engineering.
Skills: Refinery rotating equipment Maintenance or Technical organization experience. Strong knowledge in machinery equipment reliability issues and quality control functions. Capabilities to handle and resolve all routine machinery problems. Latest technologies related to refinery maintenance activities and vibration diagnostics. Will gain initial leadership and teamwork skills. Will improve root cause analysis skills

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Senior Mechanical Project Engineer - SAMREF - Yanbu - Saudi Arabia

To perform engineering related work on assigned projects including but not limited to project study, cost estimating, scheduling, engineering design and project coordination & management. Also provide consultative assistance to fellow engineers and other departments as required.

Educational Requirements or Equivalent:
BS Mechanical or Civil Engineering.
Skills: Cost Estimating; Project Scheduling and Project Management. Gain further knowledge of refinery process operations, refinery organization and procedures; ability to manage major and complex refinery projects; handling of supervisory position.

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Senior Oil Measurement Engineer - SAMREF - Yanbu - Saudi Arabia

Responsible for stewarding refinery oil loss, HCP compliance and providing technical expertise in the areas of hydrocarbon measurement and Refinery mass balancing. Reports to Area C Business Team Leader.

Educational Requirements or Equivalent : B.S. in Engineering
Skills: Formal training in measurements techniques. A thorough understanding of refinery principles and techniques. HCP Training. Static & Dynamic Hydrocarbon Measurement. Controls Risk Assessment training. Controls Sensitive Position Training.Operational experience involving dynamic and static Hydrocarbon measurement. Numerate and computer literate. Strong Analytical skills.

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Wednesday, December 26, 2012

Costing Specialist - NAQEL - Riyadh - Saudi Arabia

1. Perform Costing / Profitability analysis on existing and new customers / Projects.
2. Perform Costing analysis on Fleet Maintenance.
3. Perform analysis of expenditure records to ascertain distribution of costs for various departments or functions.
4. Responsible for inventory reconciliation.
5. Responsible for purchase price variances
6. Prepare product cost analysis.
7. Conduct annual physical inventory.
8. Prepare labor and overhead calculations.
9. Carry out the collection and consolidation of both Capital & Operating Budgets Data.
Analyses of budget variances and highlights and forwards to line management for review, comment and adjustment and approvals.
10. Carries out special projects related to budgets as directed by the Management

Extensive background in developing and managing a Costing and Planning Dept preferably with a transport company.
Solid skills in the design and development of costing models, budget and projections
models, and some asset liability matching expertise.
Proficiency with Computer applications such as Ms-Office
Strong oral and written communication skills.

Education
Cost and Works Accountant with Bachelors’ Degree in Accounting or equivalent

Experience
Five two six years of Costing experience of which Minimum 3 year in the logistics and Transportation industry is a must

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Mechanical Technician - NAQEL - Riyadh - Saudi Arabia

Diploma in Mechanical Technician
Fresh Technician also Considerable
Knowledge of computer applications
Communication skills
Team Player

Requirements
1. Perform scheduled preventative maintenance services on all mechanical Systems equipment and components.
2. Replace components before mechanical breakdown occurs.
3. Maintain preventative maintenance logs on all equipment and systems.
4. Inventory of critical parts and an instant record of sources for immediate
Ordering without delay.
5. Assist other maintenance personnel, when required, and direct their use in
Emergency repairs involving mechanical systems.
6. Maintain and take periodic inventory of parts
Considerable knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of the trades

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Warehouse Manager - NAQEL - Riyadh - Saudi Arabia

Bachelors Degree or Masters
Proficient in MS Office,
Communication skill,
Warehouse Management

Experience
Minimum 8 - 10 years of experience in Warehouse Management

Requirements
1 Manage all activities related to Warehouse.
2 Establish and implement a warehouse policy and stock management system.
3 Manage and maintain an effective working office, effective security, stock management and supply.
4 Monitoring the quality, quantity, cost and efficiency of the movement and storage of goods.
5 Coordinating and controlling the order cycle and associated information systems.
6 Analyzing data to monitor performance and plan improvements and demand;
7 Allocating and managing staff resources according to changing needs As per customer demand & orders focus on stock and distribution.
8 Inventory control procedures and perpetual stock verification.
9 Approval and control of shipping, material handling and storage costs.
10 Preparation of reports as per management requirement.
11 Monitor (and control of) all materials in transit.
12 Responsible for internal audit & stock management.Port, customs and export / import documentation.
13 Liaising and negotiating with customers and suppliers;
14 To ensure a very close and professional coordination between Operations Department, Sales Department &
15 Finance Department to achieve a 100% service rate on customer orders.

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Manager Industrial Relations - Oman Air - Muscat

Qualifications   
    Graduate in Human Resources / Business Management.
    6 years in handling Industrial Relations functions of which 3 years should be managerial experience.

Experience Required  
 
6 years in handling Industrial Relations functions of which 3 years should be managerial experience

    Manage labor relations program by analyzes of collective bargaining agreement and to develop interpretation of intent, spirit, and terms of contract.
    Advise management and union officials in development, application, and interpretation of labor relations policies and practices.
    Arrange and schedules meetings between grieving staff, managerial personnel, and Labor Union representatives to investigate and resolve grievances.
    Prepare statistical reports, using records of actions taken concerning grievances, arbitration and mediation cases, and related labor relations activities, to identify problem areas.
    Monitor implementation of policies concerning wages, hours, and working conditions, to ensure compliance with Oman Labor Laws.
    Furnish information, such as reference documents and statistical data concerning labor legislation, labor market conditions, prevailing union and management practices, etc

Closing Date     05-01-2013

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CFO - Majid Al Futtaim Finance - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

The portfolio of companies positioned under the MAF Ventures business division are:
• Leisure and Entertainment - a major provider of entertainment products and leisure services, such as Ski Dubai, the first indoor ski resort in the region, Magic Planet Family Entertainment Center & Bahrain Water Park;
• Fashion - a well established company that brings to the region some of the world’s most famous brands in the fashion industry such as Juicy Couture, Jane Norman, Lucky Jeans & others;
• Cinema - one of the world’s leading cinema chains;
• Dalkia - a world leader in integrated on-site energy and facilities management;
• Orix - Japan’s largest leasing and leading diversified financial services company;
• Finance - to exclusively issue NAJM credit cards in the Middle East and North Africa.
• Health Care - a primary and secondary care services.

Position Requirements
•    Heading the finance function including financial Control, business analytics, treasury, & admin function.
•    Manage credit, EW and prepaid cards P&L
•    Compliance to accounting policies and procedures for the finance & admin function.
•    Implementation of new ERP tool MS AX for GL, AR/AP, FA & Inventory
•    Presenting financial & non-financial material in BOD & SET meetings.
•    Responsible for dealing with banks for funding options
•    Responsible for creating more payment channels options for customers.
•    Dealing with Internal & External auditors during both interim and hard close audit and resolution of the Audit points and maintain good rating.
•    Managing Budgeting & Forecasting process – periodic forecast & budget process with variance analysis and presentation to the senior management.
•    Ensure compliance with Group accounting policies and DOA.
•    Provide thought leadership to other business like risk management, collections, marketing and sales on improving the profitability of the product.
•    Manage Central Bank periodic reporting and audits.
•    Manage appraisals and feedback process for direct reports.
•    Drive revenue enhancement & business transformation initiatives
•    Help roll-out of new products (credit, prepaid & EW)
•   Manage investment optimization process & implement scorecard to optimize returns to shareholders
•   Manage administration function – PO process, vendor selection & due diligence of selected vendors.

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Monday, December 24, 2012

Accounts Payable Manager - EdgeResourcing - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Job Description
Edge Resourcing is searching for an Accounts Payable Manager for a large and well respected Dubai based entity. The successful candidate must be fluent in the Arabic language.

The main duties are as follows:
Strategic

Formulate the short and medium-range operational objectives and plans for the Accounts payable section, aligning them to the plans for the Finance Department in compliance with policies and procedures.
Contribute for improving Accounts payable by providing information for incorporating efficient account management standards, strategies and procedures in annual strategic and operational plan for Finance department, aligning with strategies to accomplish mission, vision and values.
Contribute to the development of policies and procedures as well as implementation of the methodologies and technologies for improving efficiency and productivity in the organisation to attain goals that are measureable and achievable.

Financial
Prepare the annual budget for the Accounts payable section and obtain the necessary approvals and also monitor the implementation of the budget for the proper usage, in compliance with financial policies.

Operational
Hold the sole responsibility and control over all accounts payable accounts relating to General Ledger, clearing accounts and the received, but not invoiced account in order to manage accounts payable.
Review and supervise reconciliation of suppliers’ accounts, preparation of cheques and cheques payment vouchers and bank transfers to ensure proper financial transactions.
Control the payables traffic log to insure disbursement of all expenses and payments to suppliers.

Review payments for employee deductions and vouchers or banking transfers related to Purchasing Department to ensure proper payments.
Supervise, review and prepare payments for staff benefits, advance payments, cash salary, monthly bills and other miscellaneous payments for correct payments to staff.

Reconcile total Sub-Ledger with the General Ledger to maintain accounts properly.
Maintain contracts to ensure covenants are met.

Assist in monthly and annual closing of accounts to check status of accounts.
Authorized to sign dually refund cheques or transfers

Substitute the functions of Finance upon the absence of the Senior Manager, Financial Accounts, for continuity of accounting functions.

Monitor and report performance and Control KRAs and KPIs of the section to improve performance.

Implement and maintain policies, procedures and standards to comply with international standards and procedures.

Maintain the security of the unit and its processes, documentation and information.
Contribute to annual strategic plan, budget, and staffing plan for Financial Accounts

Perform all other duties as assigned by Senior Manager – Financial Accounts.

Maintain confidentiality, integrity and availability of information in line with information security policies and procedures in order to protect from any disclosure or misuse.

Requirements:
Minimum of 5 years experience within the field of Accounting
Experience of working as an Accounts Payable Manager
Fluent Arabic speaker

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Project Coordinator - Raqmiyat - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

Job Description
Must have knowledge in project coordination, working knowledge of MS Project and Visio
• Build relationships with local partners working in governance in UAE
• Participate in meetings with key stakeholders and present research findings
• Develop and refine specific governance research questions and targeted interventions for larger evaluation
• Write reports detailing research findings and proposed interventions
• Assist in refining set of appropriate governance indicators and evaluation tools

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Senior PM - EPC - Power And Water - ICP Gulf - Fujairiah - United Arab Emirates

Job Description
Senior Project Managers *2- Power/Water - EPC

International EPC Contractor are currently seeking 3 senior project mangers to join their operations in the UAE. The company have won new Power & Water projects in Fujairah& Habshan & are looking for candidates with excellent experience in EPC projects.

These positions are based in the remote locations of Fujairah & Habsahn - Candidates will have an option of commuting or staying on site during the week. Good Long term position on offer and a negotiable package.

REQUIREMENTS
Degree / Diploma
10 years + experience
Previous experience in Europe
Based in the GCC
Experience with Power/Water / WWTP / General EPC

ICP Gulf LLc                   
Suite 701                      
Al Attar Tower               
Sheikh Zayed Road         
Dubai, U.A.E.                  
T: +971 (0)43108000     
E: recruit@icp-gulf.com

Soft Skills Trainer - First Select International - Sharjah - United Arab Emirates

Job Description
Our client based in UAE (Sharjah) is looking for a candidate to work as a Soft Skills Trainer for its firm (Hotel, Cosmetic and Perfumes Industries). The ideal candidate must have bachelor degree and minimum 5 years experience as Soft Skills Trainer. He is responsible for training office staff and sales team on different soft skills like time management, sales skills, report writing, body language etc. Nationality preferable English/Arabic speaking.

First Select International,
PO BOX: 65610,
Suite: 3201, Level 32,
Grosvenor House Com.Tower,
Sheikh Zayed Road,
Dubai - UAE

Phone : +971-4-3297 192
Fax :     +971-4-3297 193
Email : enquiries@fsi.jobs

Restaurant Supervisor - PF Changs - M.H. Alshaya - Saudi Arabia

The Role:
    Ensure guests are always welcomed in a warm & friendly manner to establish & maintain good customer relations.
    Supervise table reservations & effectively controls the flow of guests in the restaurant to ensure maximum turnover.
    Conducts table visits in the absence of the Manager.

Responsibilities:
    Assist the Restaurant Manager in efficiently managing the outlet according to the established operating standards with an objective to achieve maximum guest's satisfaction.
    Liaise with kitchen on daily operations to ensure the food quality is up to the specified standards.
    Assist the Restaurant Manager in implementing special promotions & events.
    Continuously assist the operations by helping the hostess & waiting Employees.
    Ensure ‘Lost & Found' procedures are strictly followed.
    Ensure restaurant is properly set up & ready prior to the opening.
    Ensure Audio Visual & lighting levels are maintained in the Restaurant;
    Compile & report guest/ Employee incident reports in the absence of the Manager.
    Ensure guests are always welcomed in a warm & friendly manner
    Supervise table reservations & effectively control the flow of guests in the restaurant to ensure maximum turnover.
    Monitor & ensure high level of cleanliness & maintenance of the restaurant at all times.
    Assign responsibility to subordinates and check their performance.
    Update & maintain the Employee notice board.
    Check all Employees are on duty as per schedule.
    Conduct daily staff uniform inspection.
    Conduct shift briefings in the absence of the Manager.
    Assist the Manager in checking Employees out at the end of the shift.

Skills & Experience:
    Good General/Secondary education.
    Hold Management degree or relevant experience.
    Experience 3-year restaurant management experience.
    Sanitation guidelines/practice
    Stock Management
    A "customer comes first" attitude
    Effective oral communication skills.
    Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.

 Closing Date: 04-Jan-2013

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Visual Merchandising Manager- Core - M.H. Alshaya - Saudi Arabia

In addition, the Visual Merchandising Manager manages & coordinates visual merchandising to drive sales performance through effective store layouts & window displays and maintains the most effective visual merchandising standards including for promotions and all other general visual presentation opportunities across all operating markets.

Responsibilities:
    Ensuring that the highest standards of visual merchandising are implemented and maintained in the stores.
    Assist in driving sales target up through the brand standards and focus on current commercial trends.
    Ensure that Brand identified and agreed standards are upheld.
    Liaise with Brand teams to deliver their specific requirements.
    Control and manage seasonal workshops for own developments and assist in transferring new initiatives and best practice to VM team members.
    Deliver on going training & coaching to share initiatives & best practices.
    Ensure brand standards are met & consistent throughout the brand and that equipment is put to cost effective use.

Skills & Experience:

    Minimum 2 - 3 Years of experience includes visual merchandising experience in retail or similar role.
    Dynamic, Proactive & Creative Awareness of current Fashion & Merchandising Techniques.
    Ability to work under pressure.
    Excellent communication and organizational skills is paramount for this role.
    FMCG Background.

 Closing Date: 04-Jan-2013

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Sales Associate - Payless - M.H. Alshaya - Saudi Arabia

The role of a Sales Associate who will work in such a store is to provide excellent customer service at all times and assist customers throughout their time in the store. They must attend all training sessions with a view to increasing  product knowledge so as to have greater knowledge about the products that the store maintains.

    Provide excellent customer service.
    Process till transactions quickly and accurately.
    Advise customers on latest trends.
    Be able to turn customer service into sales.
    Actively seek to maintain and improve store retail standards on selling floor, service areas and stockrooms.
    Fully follow operating procedures, and provide customers with complete service and an enjoyable shopping experience to maximize sales.

Skills & Experience:
    Retail fashion experience or a service oriented background preferable.
    General good level of education - literate and numerate
    Must be able to communicate in English.
    Ability to demonstrate an aptitude for positive, upbeat communication and a desire to sell
    Motivated and energetic. Willing to work in a multi national environment
    Flexible, and able to work under pressure

 Closing Date: 04-Jan-2013

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Female Sales Associate - M.H. Alshaya - Saudi Arabia

Role:
    Fashion savy, confident, hard working and with a flair for sales, who can work as an individual and as a team member, and provide customers with excellent service and an enjoyable shopping experience to maximise sales.
    Effectively merchandises products to create customer understanding and increase sales.
    Ensures that the department is presented to company standards, and that stock loss risks are absolutely minimized.

Responsibilities:

    Anticipates and reacts responsively and exceeds customer requirements in a friendly and approachable style.
    Ensures displays are attractive and appealing to customers.
    Actively seeks to maintain and improve store retail standards on shopfloor, service areas and stockrooms to ensure ease that the customer's selection is maximized/directed towards optimising turnover. Follows/reacts to best sellers for prime positioning, and keeps count of stock / informs out of stock.
    Processes deliveries and stock transfers in an efficient manner in line with company procedures.
    Ensures adequate quantities of stock are available by placing orders with the warehouse/distribution centre.

Skills & Experience:
Retail experience preferred, but freshers are welcome to apply.
English is a must and additional language is a plus point.
Basic IT skills.

 Closing Date: 04-Jan-2013

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Sunday, December 23, 2012

Technology Analyst - ELM - Riyadh - Saudi Arabia

Technology analysts perform a variety of tasks to improve the computer systems of companies and government agents. He will be involved in client requirements collection and problem definition.  In addition, he should be able to research and identify all possible solution. He should possess the capability to contribute with IT Consultants and other senior analysts on IT consulting assignments.

Your job profile will include, but not limited to the following:
    Documenting business requirements by facilitating different client-facing activities.
    Assist in conducting gap analysis between business requirements and software application.
    Perform solution design including application and technical architecture blueprinting.
    Participate in project planning and management.
    Creating functional requirements as an input to application design.
    Translate user requirements into hardware and software specifications.
    Assist in the development of IT project budgets.
    Perform IT and Risk assessments for clients from different industries. 
    Communicate well orally and in writing on technical issues with clients with varying degrees of IT familiarity.
    Maintain strict confidentiality of the company and customer information.
    Evaluate different IT solutions according to the business needs.

    Education:
                      - B.SC. IT degree required, higher education preferred.
                      - Technical certifications.
                      - Broad knowledge in Software, hardware, and network security.
                      - Up-to-date with new IT trends and technologies.
                      - Willing to be specialized in technical areas as needed.

     Experience:

                      - 2-4 years work experience in the IT field

    Skills & Languages:     
                     - Strong organizational skills.
                     -Strong communication skills.
                     -Ability to work under pressure and may require working overtime.
                      - Good Problem-solving.
                      - Good analytical skill.
                      - Eagerness to contribute in a team-oriented environment.
                      - Ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment.
                      - Fluency in written and spoken English is mandatory.
                      - Arabic language is preferred.

Closing Date:
31-Dec-2012

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Senior IT Auditor - ELM - Riyadh - Saudi Arabia

The Role:

    This job is solely concerned with the day-to-day internal auditing of ELM's technology, operational and financial controls.
    Responsible for reviewing and assessing ELM's processes, technologies (applications, network, database, operating system, etc.) and practices, as well as related procedures according to the annual audit plan.
    Perform management, information systems and technologies, IT and information security audits in all locations of the Company to review and evaluate the effectiveness of operations, confidentiality, integrity and availability of information and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
    Provide advisory and consulting services to the management for remediation of deficiencies and recommending solutions for the improvement of the organizational processes.
    Provide consultancy on information security related matters and providing support to management in achieving an optimized level of security within ELM.

Your job profile will include, but not limited to the following:
        Work as a team member and conduct management, information technologies and security reviews according to the annual audit plans in all areas of the company.
        Abide by the ethics, code of conduct and professional standards as defined by the professional governing body i.e. Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) and The Institute of Internal Auditors (The IIA).
        Planning for the annual audit engagements and measuring estimated timelines for completion.
        Be involved in the execution of audits planned for the year.
        Develop an understanding of the functions to be audited and identify control risks to improve efficiencies.
        Prepare and execute audit programs covering assigned information technology aspects of the business.
        Report audit findings and provide recommendations for correcting unsatisfactory conditions, improving operations and reducing costs.
        Draft audit reports that provide an accurate assessment of the audit area in an understandable and concise manner.
        Consolidates IT issues for management level review and makes recommendations to the management.
        Put together IT plans that relate to the overall business plan.
        Provide assurance to the executive management that operations and processes conform to current Company's policies and procedures.
        Ability to work effectively in a rapidly changing environment.
        Perform additional projects as assigned.
        Be involved in providing regular consultation to management on the functional and operational processes to add value and assist in improving the organizational processes.
 Assist the management in designing and implementing efficient process that minimize cost, improve efficiency, and mitigate the associated risks.

    Academic Education:
        -  Bachelor’s or Masters degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a comparative field.

Closing Date: 15-Jan-2013

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Solution Developer - ELM - Riyadh - Saudi Arabia

Understands functional requirements of applications and services to which engaged with, and play a role in Designing, coding and testing of technical solutions. Documenting the necessary artifacts of the systems Under development as instructed by the supervisors. He Should have excellent design and programming skills and engage in end-to-end business solution; with State-of-the-art usability, international support, security and integration with services and applications. Strong back-end/Server side coding skills are also required for this position.

Your job profile will include, but not limited to the following:

Solution Development and Delivery
    Understands technical and functional design requirements.
    Assists in physical and logical design.
    Creates prototypes and POCs for project engagements.
    Designs, codes, and tests technical solutions.
    Identifies system deficiencies and recommends solutions.
    Understands client server and internet systems architectures.
    Demonstrates familiarity with object and component methodology and technology.
    Demonstrates proficiency in at least one structured programming language      (Java/c#/VB.NET/PHP).
    Understands advanced relational database concepts and Demonstrates proficiency with physical and logical database design.

Project Execution

    Assists in enforcement of development deadlines and schedules
    Understands the necessity of and contributes to coding standards.
    Develops internal and external meeting objectives and agendas.
    Prioritizes multiple tasks effectively.

    Education:
             - Bachelor Degree in Engineering or Science.

    Trainings:
             -  Trainings in OOAD, Programming languages such as Java/C# and J2EE/.NET/PHP frameworks.

    Experience:
            -  3 years experience as a Software Developer using Distributed or SO Computing.

    Skills & Languages:
           - C, C++, Java/C#, J2EE/.NET, OOAD, SOA,PHP.

Closing Date:
16-Jan-2013

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Project Coordinator - ELM - Riyadh - Saudi Arabia

Responsible for coordinating projects focusing on the technology of the project and      working within the constraints of scope, quality, time, and cost, and within established project policies and guidelines, to product specific product and contribute specific results towards the overall project effort. Also, Responsible for regular contact and examination of contributions by the project's stakeholders, encompassing user representatives, service providers, and others a sappropriate, bringing about a "meeting of the minds" as to requirements and/or performance according to established policies and guidelines, and reporting so that corresponding action is taken.

Your job profile will include, but not limited to the following:
    Maintain contact with owner's stakeholders to ascertain project requirements and/or level of satisfaction with progress and performance.
    Maintain contact with the project's service providers to ensure timely activity, integration and efficient use of resources to meet requirements.
    Produce detailed reports and notifications as appropriate.
    Take pro-active or corrective action if authorized to do so.
    Examine technical and technology documentation for completeness and latest versions.
    Coordinate inspection and report progress of the work.
    Coordinate practical details of the transfer of the care, custody and control of the final product,including assembly and transfer of operational and maintenance documentation.
    Ensure all given objectives of the team are properly documented and approved.
    Ensure the team's objectives are consistent with the project's stated Key Success Indicators and the specific objectives for the phase.
    Prepare plans for the team's work consistent with the overall project plan.
    Work within the project guidelines And report deviations from the given tolerances.
    Report technological risks and mitigation strategies.
    Ensure product issues are reported and resolved.
    Coordinate work with other project teams Including product assurance activities.
    Report progress of the work and forecast completion.
    Performs other duties as required.

    Education:

            - Bachelor or diploma in computer field (computer science, information system or engineering).

Closing Date: 16-Jan-2013

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Display Artist - Al Tayer Trends - Manama - Bahrain

Job Brief:
    Implement the visual merchandising plan and monitor compliance with projected budget requirements, in order to build and uphold the brand image.
    Obtain up to date visual merchandising information for the brand, implement and train store staff on standards and products.
    Prepare the Visual Display calendar for the brand taking into consideration new additions, brand specific display standards, etc and discuss with the relevant departments to ensure its effective implementation.
    Obtain store layout plans, and co-ordinate with the Brand Manager, Display Team, Sub-contractors, Suppliers and the Mall Managers to ensure that all visual display items are in place as per company/brand standards, within allotted time and budget.
    Propose and implement creative concepts for visual display/ window dressing, in store merchandise, accessories etc.
    Manage the production of ticketing and in store graphics in line with the brand guidelines to support the needs of the store.
    Conduct regular store visits and liaise with the store/display staff to carry out the merchandising in the stores.
    Coach / guide the store personnel about the importance of visual merchandising / awareness.
    Ensure the standards of visual merchandising are being maintained in all the stores.
    Research on trends in visual displays and merchandising techniques in the regional and international markets and propose new/ innovative ideas to ensure the brand presence is in line with the international trends and standards but at the same time reflects regional flavour.

Person Specification:
    Intermediate or “A” Levels with a Diploma / Vocational Qualification in “Design, Display and Exhibition”
    Computer literacy
    Driving license
    5 to 8  years relevant experience
    A strong portfolio of previous work
    Project Management exposure
    Good communication and interpersonal skills

Closing Date: 31-Dec-2012

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Saturday, December 22, 2012

Senior Surveyor - Shaksy Engineering Services LLC - Muscat - Oman

Job Description
The construction surveyor is responsible for surveying on construction projects. Typical responsibilities of a construction surveyor include preparation of worksheets, plots, boundary descriptions; providing consultation on land development projects; surveying land for various project sites; supervising and mentoring a team; and communicating with clients, staff, and construction crew.

Desired Candidate Profile
Degree in civil engineering
8-10 Years of experience in the field of surveying
Familiarity with the use of AutoCAD
Experience as a construction surveyor, project surveyor on industrial, building and road projects

Feel free to contact us with any further inquiries

Address:
P.O Box 1618, PC 112
Ruwi, Muscat
Sultanate of Oman
Tel: +968 24695015
Fax: +968 24695920
Email: info@shaksygroup.com

Site Engineer Civil - Al Naba - Muscat - Oman

Job Description
Site engineers perform a technical, organisational and supervisory role on construction projects, setting out and determining the location for above and underground infrastructural installations involved in construction operations.

Work activities vary depending on the nature of the project but typically involve:
•acting as the main technical adviser on a construction site for subcontractors, crafts people and operatives;
•setting out, levelling and surveying the site;
•checking plans, drawings and quantities for accuracy of calculations;
•ensuring that all materials used and work performed are as per specifications;
•overseeing the selection and requisition of materials and plant;
•agreeing a price for materials, and making cost-effective solutions and proposals for the intended project;
•managing, monitoring and interpreting the contract design documents supplied by the client/architect;
•liaising with any consultants, subcontractors, supervisors, planners, quantity surveyors and the general workforce involved in the project;
•liaising with the local authority (where appropriate to the project) to ensure compliance with local construction regulations and by-laws;
•liaising with clients and their representatives (architects, engineers and surveyors), including attending regular meetings to keep them informed of progress;
•day-to-day management of the site, including supervising and monitoring the site labour force and the work of any subcontractors;
•planning the work and efficiently organising the plant and site facilities in order to meet agreed deadlines;
•overseeing quality control, health and safety matters on site;
•preparing reports as required;
•resolving any unexpected technical difficulties and other problems that may arise.

Mailing address:
Al Nab’a Services L.L.C.
P.O. Box: 725, PC: 112, Ruwi
Sultanate of Oman
Tel : (00968)24493853, 24495338
Fax : (00968)24493854
Email : enquiry@alnabaservices.com 

Commissioning Manager - Bahwan Engineering Group - Muscat - Oman

Job Description
Key Responsibilities

• Develop HVAC commissioning Method Statement and Review Commissioning Method Statements of MEP Subcontractors prior to final submission to client consultant.
• Develop Commissioning schedule and completion base on Project construction schedules.
• Direct supervision of Plant engineer, ELV Engineers, MEP Engineers and HVAC Air & Water balancing team.
• Represent the company in all Project meetings.
• Commissioning Management and direct site supervision of HVAC systems, commissioning including Air & Water balancing according to acceptable standards.
• Commissioning Site Management of MEP services by checking installations progress according to specifications and design.
• Witnessing of testing & commissioning of systems data prior to final inspection by the client representative management team.
• Management of MEP Systems Integrated Handover documents for client Handover requirements. This includes Operations & Maintenance Manual with commissioning Test Packs.
• Assists and provide technical assistance during TESTING & COMMISSIONING for MEP works.
• Ensures that As Built Drawings and O & M Manuals and related documentation are prepared, reviewed, submitted and approved in a timely manner and in accordance with contract requirements.

Desired Candidate Profile
Graduate Engineers with 18 – 25 years of experience with focus on testing & commissioning in the region on airport/ large projects like mixed use development/mega hospitals/malls would fit the profile. Candidates should be familiar with relevant standards/procedures and capable of independently interacting with international consultants /clients for hand over and closing out all systems including specialist systems.

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Freelance Customer Service - British Council - United Arab Emirates

We are looking for freelance customer service staff for our offices in Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Sharjah.

The purpose of the job is to provide a professional customer service to all British Council customers through a range of mediums (face to face, email and phone) as a key member of the Customer Services Team

Freelance customer service staff will be paid an hourly rate of AED 35 to AED 50 based on the job assignment.

Essential Skills and Knowledge
    Customer Services
    Computer Skills
    Communications Skills
    English Proficiency - IELTS level 6

Essential Experience

    At least one year experience in customer services and in handling enquiries and complaints
    Knowledge of finance and accounting
    Proven experience in cash collection 

The closing date for applications is 10 January 2013. Please read the Role Profile carefully and complete the application form. (You may use the Guidance notes, Behaviours pack and Generic Skills pack to help you). Fully completed applications should be returned to jobs@ae.britishcouncil.org

Projects Coordinator - British Council - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

The purpose of the job is to effectively coordinate the delivery of products and services and build networks to enable UAE to achieve defined regional and local project outcomes in line with British Council’s Equal Opportunity & Diversity Policy and other overarching corporate policies.

Please note that the monthly salary for this post is AED 5,830 plus AED 2,566 for housing allowance.

Essential Behaviours
    Creating Shared Purpose
    Connecting with Others
    Being Accountable
    Making it Happen

Essential Skills and Knowledge

    Computer Skills
    Business Management and Development
    Communications Skills
    Project and Contract Management
    Written and spoken English (IELTS 6.5 and above)

Essential Experience

    Experience of working with an International Organisation and cross-cultural work

The closing date for applications is 6 January 2013. Please read the Role Profile carefully and complete the application form. (You may use the Guidance notes, Behaviours pack and Generic Skills pack to help you). Fully completed applications should be returned to jobs@ae.britishcouncil.org

Display Artist - Al Tayer Trends - Manama - Bahrain

Job Brief:
    Implement the visual merchandising plan and monitor compliance with projected budget requirements, in order to build and uphold the brand image.
    Obtain up to date visual merchandising information for the brand, implement and train store staff on standards and products.
    Prepare the Visual Display calendar for the brand taking into consideration new additions, brand specific display standards, etc and discuss with the relevant departments to ensure its effective implementation.
    Obtain store layout plans, and co-ordinate with the Brand Manager, Display Team, Sub-contractors, Suppliers and the Mall Managers to ensure that all visual display items are in place as per company/brand standards, within allotted time and budget.
    Propose and implement creative concepts for visual display/ window dressing, in store merchandise, accessories etc.
    Manage the production of ticketing and in store graphics in line with the brand guidelines to support the needs of the store.
    Conduct regular store visits and liaise with the store/display staff to carry out the merchandising in the stores.
    Coach / guide the store personnel about the importance of visual merchandising / awareness.
    Ensure the standards of visual merchandising are being maintained in all the stores.
    Research on trends in visual displays and merchandising techniques in the regional and international markets and propose new/ innovative ideas to ensure the brand presence is in line with the international trends and standards but at the same time reflects regional flavour.

Person Specification:
    Intermediate or “A” Levels with a Diploma / Vocational Qualification in “Design, Display and Exhibition”
    Computer literacy
    Driving license
    5 to 8  years relevant experience
    A strong portfolio of previous work
    Project Management exposure
    Good communication and interpersonal skills

Closing Date:
31-Dec-2012

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Mechanical Technician Trainee - British Petroleum - Muscat - Oman

Successful applicants will first undergo a Technician Training Program at a Training center in Muscat followed by hands on site training.

You will receive intensive instruction and coaching in English language, Discipline specific technical training and health & safety training. Training will take place both in country and possibly overseas.

Upon successful graduation from the training program the candidate will work as a Technician at an operational facility with expected tenure in the role for not less than 5 years.

Work conditions will imply manual handling, working at heights, confined spaces, exposure to safety critical roles, remote locations and emergency response duties.
Key accountabilities    Upon completion of the training, Technicians would be allocated to site working a 2 on/2 off rotation. The Mechanical Technician will be part of the Khazzan Maintenance Team taking part in repairs of mechanical equipment, conducting Planned Maintenance.

To succeed in this role you will have:
• Knowledge in centrifugal, reciprocating pumps, compressors, various types of valves, pipes specification. Also working with various vendor manuals and drawings.
• Demonstrated trouble shooting skills and have a clear understanding of complex systems and/or equipment. Understanding Maximo, supply chain, materials, planning and scheduling.
• Ability to perform tasks in unsupervised environment and have to be able to lead a task when required.
• Ability to contribute to safety discussions and processes (STOP PTW etc) Produces good quality reports and completes any assigned actions effectively. Demonstrate good Health Safety Environment (HSE) awareness in all areas of work, even those outside their span of control, in normal and exceptional circumstances. Pro-active and reliable contribution to safety discussions, reviews and investigations.

You will also be:

• Self-motivated with excellent attitude and personal integrity. Fully supportive of Business Unit (BU) values and policies. Fully supportive of colleagues and teams. Being a role model for those less experienced.
• Able to plan and prioritise own immediate tasks, overcoming obstacles to meet objectives on time.
• Able to ensure the safe and efficient operations of the facility.

Please note the following:

• Requirement of working in remote locations.
• Ongoing Training and developed will be given to achieve full Competence in approximately 5 years.
Essential Education    To qualify for the role you must have a Diploma or higher technical education in fields related to heavy industrial machinery design and maintenance, industrial internal combustion equipment, design and maintenance of rotating equipment such as pumps, compressors etc.

You must attached your transcripts and proof of your GPA to your application.
Minimum GPA is 2.5.

Closing Date:
01-Jan-2013

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Service Desk Team Leader - British Petroleum - Muscat - Oman

IT&S GOI plays a critical role by delivering defined world-class Operational Services and Infrastructure projects that the BP businesses rely upon to support their own performance.
Within GOI, the EMEA Service Integration team has responsibility for delivery of integrated services (Telecoms, Data Centre and Desktop) across Europe, Middle East and Africa.

Based on services options defined by Segment application and GOI service domains, our specific accountabilities are to integrate service delivery of IT infrastructure services to align with business needs, to ensure effective client engagement, to manage suppliers locally within the framework defined by the domain leads and to transition projects seamlessly into operation.
This role focuses on Integration and Delivery across approx 2 sites for the BP Oman SPU in Muscat, including the Khazzan field, Oman. The post reports to the Service Manager for Middle East and will also work closely with the domain leads within the regional MENA team to ensure consistent service delivery.

Key accountabilities 

•Deliver an integrated set of GOI services to the BP Oman business, operating within the delegation by the Service Manager
•Work with the E&P IT&S BIMs and Service Delivery Manager to ensure that business requirements are optimally delivered and ensure effective client engagement as a single IT&S team
•Provide a single point of escalation for IT service incidents/issues in Oman to resolve operational incidents or crisis. Ensure that IT&S global processes are followed effectively within Oman.
•Manage the service delivery to BP HSSE standards, coordinating with the wider team in MENA to ensure process integrity and security
•Manage the service delivery to achieve continuous improvement in both cost and quality performance in line with business imperatives
•Provide input to the development of planning process and cost saving opportunities.
•Manage the GOI service delivery team in BP Oman and operate within approved functional and operational standards. Ensure all GOI activities in Oman comply with BP business policies
•Collaborate with FDI team and ensure BP1 connectivity & Vanilla services to Khazzan field is available as per agreed SLA.
•Manage suppliers / contractors locally within the framework and in compliance with local procurement / legal constraints. Ensure all contracts are in place and current.
•Conduct detailed Operational Handover reviews for transferring segment and functions projects into Operations especially GPO projects.

Essential Education

 University graduate or equivalent.
ITIL Foundations – essential
ITIL Practitioner - preferred

Closing Date:
19-Jan-2013

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Friday, December 21, 2012

Sales Engineer - HVAC - Qatar Technical Steel Fabrication Industrial Refrigeration

Responsibilities:
1. Plan, locate and establish contacts with new customers.
2. Obtain relevant documentation; review, prepare and propose suitable materials and quotations.
3. Prepare sales quotations in line with the company pricing policy and propose recommendations to the Sales Manager for final approval.
4. Organize follow-up visits and report weekly in writing about sales activities, the status of the pending projects and achievements.
5. Join weekly internal sales meeting with colleagues and the Sales Manager to validate sales strategy, refine tactics, exchange information and plan for the next actions.
6. Update the sales forecast on a monthly basis to ensure that inventories and capacities are adequate; review the same with the Sales Manager.
7. Report all relevant market information collected during sales meetings concerning competition, projects and prices.
8. Participate in determining sales objectives and budgets, ensure that sales targets are met or exceeded in your responsible area.
9. Propose new products developments and suggest improvements whenever the opportunity arises.
10. Establish friendly and professional relationships with clients. Always ensure a prompt and reliable service in area of responsibility; and contribute to the promotion of the company’s reputation and quality in the industry.
11. Supervise site jobs when required and keep close contact with site representatives
12. Oversee the entire span of projects to insure consistent, timely and effective follow up
13. Attend all meetings with the client to discuss on project status and progress
14. Evaluate, analyse and study technical information and attached project specification
15. Prepare cost estimations and propose appropriate pricing as per local market range

- Graduate of Mechanical Engineering.
- Must have work experience in Industrial refrigeration, heating, cooling and ventilation for at least 5 years
- Knowledgeable on project documentation and its standards
- Experience in refrigeration unit maintenance
- Experience in cold rooms design, installation and cooling calculation
- Knowledge of AutoCAD, MS Office Excel, PowerPoint, Word Pad and Outlook and project management applications
- Experienced in customer service, direct contact with people, and selling techniques.
- Enthusiastic character with excellent presentation and communication skills.
- Good command of both spoken and written in English.
- Effective Selling and Negotiation Skills
- Charismatic Character

Send CV at: recruitment@qatartechnical.com

Aircon Technician - Doha Marriott - Qatar

Responsibilities
* Report any serious maintenance problems, unusual findings, or safety hazards immediately to the manager/supervisor.
* Identify, locate, and operate all shut-off valves for equipment.
* Calibrate all controls, gauges, meters, and other equipment as required.
* Monitor and control property temperature to ensure guest comfort in accordance with meeting room 101/102.
* Test batteries in generators, fire pump, emergency lighting, UPS, etc.
* Comply with the life safety checklist, including completing the fire-pump run test and generator run test in accordance with local jurisdictions and company policies.
* Conduct daily inspections of the property's mechanical plant to ensure optimum operating conditions and prevent unnecessary down time or mechanical interruption of operations.
* Assist in training mechanical level and other departmental hires on equipment, policies, and procedures.
* Maintain the physical plant of the property according to the company standard operating procedures.
* Monitor and analyze energy and utilities usage in the property and on grounds using energy management computer software according to company policies, including the efficiency of boiler, chiller, cooling tower, and lighting.
* Monitor and maintain potable water within acceptable levels.
* Maintain proper maintenance inventory and requisition parts and supplies as needed.
* Good team player
* good communication skills
* 2 years minimum related experience
* with high school diploma and related certificates .

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Steward - Doha Marriott - Qatar

Responsibilities
* Ensure clean wares are stored in appropriate areas.
* Clean the dishwashing machine, including removing trash and spraying the inside of the machine, cleaning and unclogging the spray arms and jets, cleaning the outer surfaces of the machine and troubleshoot dishwasher malfunctions as required.
* Use detergent, rinsing, and sanitizing chemicals in the 3-compartment sink at the appropriate levels to clean dishes, ensuring the chlorine levels are between 50 and 100 parts per million and that the water temperature is sufficiently hot.
* Ensure water temperature, and chemical levels are appropriate to run the dishwashing machine, and complete proper documentation.
* Rack dirty items (silverware, plateware, etc).
* Sort silverware with eating surfaces facing up into separate cylinders and wash/re-wash.
* Inspect, pull, and stack cleaned items, send soiled items back for re-scrubbing and re-washing.
* Allow cleaned items to air dry.
* Spray all racked items with hot water to loosen and remove food residue.
* Sort and soak silverware.
* Breakdown dirty bus tubs

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Human Resources Generalist - Doha Marriott - Qatar

Responsibilities
 - Maintain confidentiality of proprietary materials and information.
 - Follow company and department policies and procedures.
 - Protect the privacy and security of guests and coworkers.
 - Ensure uniform, nametags, and personal appearance are clean, hygienic, professional and in compliance with company policies and procedures.
 - Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.
 - Talk with and listen to other employees to effectively exchange information.
 - Speak to guests and co-workers using clear, appropriate and professional language.
 - Discuss work topics, activities, or problems with coworkers, supervisors, or managers discreetly and quietly, avoiding public areas of the property.
 - Answer telephones using appropriate etiquette including answering the phone within 3 rings, answering with a smile in one's voice, using the callers' name, transferring calls to appropriate person/department, requesting permission before placing the caller on hold, taking and relaying messages, and allowing the caller to end the call.
 - Prepare and review written documents (e.g., daily logs, business letters, memoranda, reports), including proofreading and editing written information to ensure accuracy and completeness.
 - Maintain confidentiality and security of employee and property records, files, and information.
 - Ensure accurate maintenance of all employee records and files (e.g., interview documents, I-9's, reference checks, Drug Free Workplace Policy (DFWP), applicant self-identification forms, department orientation check list).
 - Answer phone calls and record messages.
 - Create and type office correspondence using computer.
 - Create and maintain filing system.

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Director of Sales - Doha Marriott - Qatar

Leads and manages all day-to-day activities related to the sales function with a focus on building long-term, value-based customer relationships that enable achievement of property sales objectives. Achieves personal booking goals and makes recommendations on booking goals of direct reports.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES
Supporting Developing & Executing Sales Strategies
* Works with sales leader to ensure understanding of sales strategy and effective implementation of this strategy for the segment.
* Works with management team to create and implement a sales plan addressing revenue, customers and the market for the segment led by the DOS.
* Assists with the development and implementation of promotions, both internal and external.

Maximizing Revenue

* Provides positive and aggressive leadership to ensure maximum revenue potential (e.g., sets example with personal booking goals).
* Recommends booking goals for sales team members.

Managing Sales Activities
* Monitors all day to day activities of direct reports.
* Approves space release for catering to maximize revenue (DOS, Group) in the absence of a Business Evaluation Manager.
* Participates in sales calls with members of sales team to acquire new business and/or close on business.
* Executes and supports the operational aspects of business booked (e.g., generating proposal, writing contract, customer correspondence).

Analyzing & Reporting on Sales and Financial Data

* Analyzes market information by using sales systems and implements strategy to achieve property's financial room and catering goals.
* Assists Revenue Management with completing accurate six period projections.
* Reviews sales and catering guest satisfaction results to identify areas of improvement.

2-year degree from an accredited university in Business Administration, Marketing, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 3 years experience in the sales and marketing or related professional area.

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Purchasing Manager - Doha Marriott - Qatar

Responsible for following established procedures in ordering, receiving, storing, distributing and payment of items. Formulates an approved vendors list encompassing all categories.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES
Managing Work, Projects, Policies, and Standards for Purchasing Across Departments
* Generates and provides accurate and timely results in the form of reports, presentations, etc.
* Compiles, codes, categorizes, calculates, tabulates, audits, or verifies information or data.
* Assures sanitation compliance.
* Assists Executive Chef in all aspects of purchasing (e.g., Food, Beverage and Controllable) to ensure quality and profitability.
* Orders all food and beverage based on business needs.
* Assists Executive Chef in maintaining/lower budgeted food/controllable costs.
* Delegates and enforces first in/first out inventory rotation for all storeroom products.
* Maintains sanitation and safety standards as specified in the brand guidelines.
* Ensures that proper safeguards are in effect for the security of the food and beverage storeroom assets.
* Enforces item use-up with storeroom personnel and kitchen management to keep inventory at lowest level possible levels.
* Communicates with kitchen, restaurant management and vendors to ensure timing of deliveries satisfies advanced food production needs.
* Checks invoice on goods received against shipment to ensure quantity, quality, weights and purchase specifications are as ordered.
* Uses existing computer programs to perform daily and period end food and beverage costs.
* Maintains inventory controls for proper levels, dating, rotation, requisitions, etc.
* Completes administrative tasks on a timely basis (e.g., C-7s, menu costing, general office duties).
* Completes period end inventory according to Food and Beverage and Accounting standard operation procedures.
* Calculates figures for food and beverage inventory.
* Ensures that price and product availability issues are communicated as needed to the F & B Director and Executive Chef.
* Ensures all LSOP's are adhered to by all employees.
* Receives and inspects all deliveries.
* Maintains an accurate controllable log and beverage perpetual.
* Ensures accurate administration of all invoices, and adherence to proper bookkeeping procedures.

4-year bachelor's degree in Finance and Accounting or related major; no work experience required.

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Thursday, December 20, 2012

Financial Accounting Budget Planning - Administrative Expert - UNDP - Kuwait

Duties and Responsibilities
    Monitor the budgets of the projects implemented under the UNDP/Government cooperation program.
    Provide follow up on all expenditures for the projects under the UNDP program entrusted to the beneficiary to manage,
    Conduct monthly, quarterly and annual reporting exercise on all expenditures and budgetary issues pertaining to the projects under UNDP program.
    Assess the project delivery status (qualitative and quantitative) by conducting ad hoc and regular assessment sessions.
    Ensure that all financial and budgetary processes are in line with the UNDP financial system.
    Coordinate audit exercises conducted by the Government and/or the UN system.
    Train the beneficiary's relevant staff on all skills needed to transfer said skills within one year to ensure continuity and smooth operational environment.
    Train project managers of the various projects under the UNDP program on fiscal auditing and basic accounting and follow up.
    Train staff at the beneficiary's on administrative streaming lining of responsibilities related to the tasks of the Department.
    Train staff on UNDP regulations and procedures.

Competencies
    Focuses on impact and result for the beneficiary and responds positively to feedback.
    Leads teams effectively and shows conflict resolution skills
    Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.
    Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills in Arabic and English.
    Builds strong relationships internally and externally.
    Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities.
    Ability to work in teams and communicate ideas and skill sets..

Education:
    Advanced degree in accounting (CPA is preferable), Finance or akin disciplines.

Experience:

    Ten years at least of experience in related functions of finance as well as direct experience in administrative rules and regulations of the UN system.
    Extensive knowledge and direct experience in the rules and regulations of the UN financial and auditing system.

Application Deadline : 02-Jan-13

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Procurement Lead Buyer – KSA Linde- SIGAS - Dammam - Saudi Arabia

• Implement procurement strategy for assigned commodity in accordance with RBU and Head of Procurement and country level managers and counterparts
• Conduct a constant market analysis on local scale to see market opportunities for global vs. KSA sourcing wherever suitable
• Handling suppliers in order to get maximum benefit for company
• Conduct controlling initiatives on a regular basis
• Negotiate with the vendors and sustain the benefits
• Implement standard procedures for selecting contractor. Standardize processes and establish a traceable contract database
• Detect the synergies and find the common benefits in cross boundary operations or between multinational vendors.
• Support local organizations in terms of contract management, negotiations, KSA or Global guidelines, tendering and related issues
• Make routine and non-routine short or long business trips as necessary for purposes of making customer visits, participation in KSA meetings and performance of tasks as instructed using the company car to be given and/or her/his own car, upon approval by her/his supervisor
• Undertake all administrative responsibilities required by Management Systems adopted within the company; comply with, and have the personnel under her/his supervision be in compliance with, the company’s Management Systems Policy as well as the related procedures and instructions; and meet their training requirements in this respect
• Achieve savings targets as defined.
• Operating business planning process skills
• Ability to sponsor change throughout the organisation
• Presentation and communication skills across all levels of business
• Quality, safety and environmental initiatives
• People & Team Management
• Strategic thinking & Visible Leadership
• Customer orientation & Business competence
• Work in international groups and manage cross cultural meetings
• Fluent in English

Send CV at: Hans.Pfitzmaier@de.linde-gas.com

Cylinder Distribution Manager - Linde SIGAS - Dammam Saudi Arabia

o Cylinder distribution optimization
o Measuring/monitoring driver and vehicle KPI’s
o Delivering cylinders in correspondence with laws, legal, company rules & standards
o Ensures timely delivery of ordered materials with minimum cost
o Training, coaching and enhancing performance of drivers and logistic staff
o Cylinder park management, stock levels and turn rate optimization
o Organizing transport tenders with Procurement department and manage contractor companies in line with the content of the contract
o Run 6 Sigma / HPO projects to maintain optimization
o Budgeting cylinder distribution and planning investments on cylinders, pallets, bundles, valves, etc
o Standardization of cylinder distribution equipments (vehicles, pallets, valves, etc)
o Reporting cylinder distribution activities, inventories and turn rate
o Make routine and non-routine short or long business trips as necessary for purposes of making customer visits, participation in regional meetings and performance of tasks as instructed using the company car given and/or his own car, upon approval by his supervisor
o Undertake all administrative responsibilities required by Management Systems adopted within the company, comply with, and have the personnel under his supervision be in compliance with, the company’s Management Systems Policy as well as the related procedures and instructions; and meet their training requirements in this respect
o Logistic knowledge
o ERP knowledge, Excel, Word and PowerPoint)
o Project management and planning
o Basic information and interested about optimization
o Team Player
o Leadership Skills
o Communication Skills
o Analytical thinking
o Adaptation and managing diversity
o Planning and organizing
o Innovation and continuous developing
o Stress tolerance

Send CV at: Hans.Pfitzmaier@de.linde-gas.com

Executive Secretary - Attieh Group - Jeddah Saudi Arabia

Manage and prioritize executive's calendar
• Types correspondence for Management, and provides typing support in Arabic & English language to all department heads, managers, and staff as required.
• Maintains office and general office filing, including daily follow-up files and remote office support
• Send / distributes outgoing / incoming faxes and mails as require
• Attend meetings in order to record minutes.
• Must be willing to work in a professional environment

Holder of a Bachelor's/College Degree in an appropriate field.
Excellent Communication skills in English, Arabic and French.
Minimum 3 Yrs Experience as a Secretary.
Excellent spoken & written in English & Arabic.
Hands-on experience in the capacity of secretary / personal is an advantage.
Ability to liaise effectively with Senior Management and with the various internal business units / departments as well as external parties.
Proficient in using office equipment & computers application (Power Point, Excel, Windows, Internet)
Independent correspondence, detail-minded, good interpersonal & communication skills.
Proactive, stable, presentable, self-motivated, mature & outgoing personality.
Able to multitask, meet deadlines and work under minimal supervision as well as under pressure.
A dynamic team player with pleasant character and works well in a multicultural environment.
Accurate English and Arabic typing skill.

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Project Financial - Property Manager - Integrated Telecom Co - Saudi Arabia

• Producing monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for Board Directors and Internal top management.
• Managing Project related accounts receivable and accounts payable.
• Reviewing contracts, accounts payable, and disbursements.
• Monitoring debt covenants and ensuring compliance with financial facility and Vendor finance agreements.
• Performing financial modeling and analysis to support the inancial Controller and the chief financial officer.
• Reconciliations of account on a company or customer properties.
• Supervising and mentoring property accountants and accounting staff in-charge.
• Participate in drafting of internal accounting and auditing controls.
• Prepare documentation for internal and external auditors at year-end audit review.
• To present the current position for all project and growth in assets to management
• To control account receivables payable related cash flow
• To control cash flow and monitor the budgeted cost for each project.
• To control and monitor the actual cost not exceeds the budget.
• To ensure proper reclassification for cost and assets per slandered
• To ensure the correct balance booking during the course of business
• To ensure timely booking of fixed assets data and timely reporting
• To reduce and minimize the risk projects and assets area, and increase the efficiency of control environment
• To ensure readiness of data during the course of audit
• Participate in special projects as assigned.
• Preference for candidates who have a professional designation, (CPA) Certified Public Accountant
• Continuing education is vitally important to Project Financial Manager, who must cope with the growing complexity of Project details, changes in its scope and other related rules and regulations, and the proliferation of new and complex financial instruments.
• Experience as a team leader / management experience is preferred.
• Strong analytical, communication and organizational skills and with Web-based management and accounting and database software specific to outside plant proficiency.
• Project Financial Manager who is familiar with Project - specific software will be needed to produce financial reports and provide accounting guidance for Engineering and Program Management Office.
• Candidates must have excellent communication skills and proficiency in English language is essential.
• Knowledge of international finance.

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Wednesday, December 19, 2012

ROV Pilot Technician - NPCC - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

• Relevant previous experience at an appropriate level in offshore ROV operations or in the capacity of Associate ROV Pilot Technician. • A minimum of 100 hours of offshore based ROV piloting is required for this role. • Common sense approach to problem solving, along with the ability to work well as part of a team.

• The ROV Pilot/Technician shall assist the ROV Supervisor during the ROV operations. • He shall be responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of all the ROV related equipment. • He shall ensure that at all times the ROV is operated in a safe and professional manner. •He reports to the ROV Supervisor when offshore and the Head of ROV operations (HORO) when onshore.

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Sr. ETO Electronic Tech Officer - NPCC - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

• BSC in Electronic engineer as minimum. • STCW 95 courses as required for marine staff • Minimum 5 years experience as electronic engineer in Offshore Oilfields. • Minimum 3 years experience on DP2 vessels OR minimum of 1000 hours DP watchkeepinh hours. • Good English communication skills.

• Responsible to the chief engineer for the safe and efficient operation of the vessels electrical/electronic systems • Responsible for trouble shooting all electrical equipments, including navigation equipments, integrated system & automation system. • Administration of the planned maintenance system for the electronic components of the vessel, maintenance and repair of electronic system as required. • Responsible to the chief engineer on all related electrical drawings and line plans. • Responsible to carry out all electrical maintenance as required and planned. • Responsible to carry out electrical/electronic equipments inventory on monthly basis, and issue requisitions to chief engineer accordingly. • Responsible to carry out daily routine checks and inspections on all electrical equipments. • Responsible to the chief engineer for the DP ( Dynamic Positioning ) system operation & safely functioning • Responsible to the chief engineer for all deck equipments, related to DP system including all system references and sensors • Responsible for proper training, familiarization and work practice for his junior rank • Compliance to NPCC HSE standards as deemed and required for his rank.

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CH Mechanical PLT - NPCC - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

Minimum 12 years / SSL Certificate, vocational training for minimum 6 months, 8 years relevant experience, good standard of written / spoken English, ability to interpret technical drawings.

Will lead a team of mechanics/oilers, participate in servicing and repairing equipment on derrick / pipe laying vessels like pile driving, drilling, grouting, pipe laying & engine room equipment with good knowledge of diesel engines.

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Drafting Office Coordinator Piping - NPCC - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
• Technical Diploma in Engineering. • 14 year’s Design experience, with a minimum of 2 years at Level. • Experience relating to Offshore & Onshore Piping design work in Oil & Gas industry • Supervisory experience and team-leader qualities. • Good interdisciplinary knowledge. • Good communication skill • Good planning and organising skills • Good knowledge of written and spoken English. • Experienced and competent Computer Aided/ 3D-modelling design capability. • Rigorous checker.

JOB ROLE & PURPOSE:
Roles at this level are principally responsible for the co-ordination of discipline-specific Design activities across a number of projects. They work closely in conjunction with other disciplines and Project Engineering Managers to achieve seamless co-ordination and integration of functions. In addition to this, they provide junior colleagues with technical support and developmental guidance. DOC reports to Head of Discipline and all drafting staff consisting of Sr. Designers, Designers, Sr. Draftsmen, Draftsmen and operators etc. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: • Co-ordinates discipline-specific Design activities across multiple projects ensuring that work assignments are completed on time and to set standards. • Prioritises project activities and assesses manpower requirements. Consults with team leaders and allocates staff to achieve optimum use of resources. • Interacts with other disciplines and the Project Engineering Managers to ensure integration of activities. • Provides discipline-specific manpower requirements for inclusion in the estimation process when bidding for contracts. • Responsible for ensuring the implementation of, and adherence to, approved Quality procedures. • Prepares draft procedural manuals for review by engineers and management approval. Implement approved procedures and ensures ongoing compliance. • Acts as the expert for the Design function, providing guidance and technical expertise to junior colleagues to assist in their development and increase in skill level. • Monitors staff performance in order that objective input can be contributed to the annual appraisal process. • Compliance in accordance with HSE Standard.

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