Company Description

For 170 years, Veolia has been a global leader in providing water, energy, and waste management solutions. Serving public authorities and industries across 58 countries, our comprehensive services are essential to human development and sustainable growth. As we progress alongside economic growth and human development, we continuously adapt and innovate, designing solutions that positively impact the environment and conserve resources.

Veolia focuses on local solutions to purify and preserve vital resources, mitigate resource depletion, decarbonize lifestyles and production methods, and adapt to the impacts of climate change.

Our mission is to build a better 21st century, and we proudly identify as #resourcers.

Key figures of Veolia Near and Middle East

Over 3,600 employees in the Middle East (in addition to the nearly 6,000 employees for Enova, which reports directly to Veolia Africa Middle-East for Facility Management and Energy Efficiency contracts in the region)

A robust local network across the region, including the UAE, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Lebanon, Turkey, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia

40 years of sustainable partnerships

In the Middle East, Veolia collaborates with industries, governments, communities, and commercial businesses to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions needed today, while maintaining a vision for tomorrow. Through public-private partnerships and innovative contractual schemes, Veolia is dedicated to achieving measurable results with pragmatic, sustainable environmental solutions.

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Context

Veolia is the leading regional environmental management company, enjoying a presence since 30 years in Saudi Arabia, with activities for municipal and industrial markets including operations & maintenance in water and waste. With Riyadh’s headquarters and operations in the Eastern and Western regions, our clients and stakeholders benefit from the proximity of our experts across the country.

Job Description

Main Accountabilities

The primary focus of this role is to ensure the availability of sufficient, competent, and efficient personnel to perform assigned duties and responsibilities, aligning with the Contractor's objectives, budgetary needs, and contractual requirements. This includes overseeing the area of responsibility and ensuring that the Contractor meets all legal requirements related to personnel employment. A key aspect of the role involves supervising the implementation of the Organisational Review and Training Project, which aims to enhance the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the workforce. The position requires a strategic approach to personnel management, balancing the need for skilled staff with budgetary constraints and legal compliance, while also focusing on continuous improvement through organizational review and targeted training initiatives.

Detailed Job Description

Develop and implement procedures aligned with regulations and contractual requirementsDefine and maintain organizational structure and job descriptions with Management TeamReview and recommend recruitment processesManage employee tracking and monitoring (visas, medical records, etc.)Monitor and report on employee attendanceDefine and supervise training programsCoordinate employee evaluations with ManagementOrganize training, replacement, and promotion as neededMaintain personnel records (CVs, contracts, offer letters, warning letters, training records)Handle employee queries, issues, and concernsReport personnel-related data to Management (hiring dates, leave, salaries, benefits, visas, accommodation)Ensure adherence to company Health, Safety, and Environment policies

Authority:

Direct reporting to General DirectorImplement policies and procedures delegated by General DirectorRecommend promotions and dismissals based on performance management and investigationAccept/reject candidates based on interviewsStop any work on-site if found to be unsafeServe as member of Executive Committee

QualificationsBachelor's Degree (BSc) in HR or related fiel, MBA (is a plus)Total Experience: 10 to 15 yearsSenior Management Experience: 7 to 10 yearsSkills:Project ManagementOrganizational skills for coordinating team workComputer literacy, especially: Excel - G-Suite - Ability to learn new tools

Additional Information

Personal Attributes

Strong interpersonal skillsFluent in EnglishArabic and French (plus)Autonomous and synthetic thinkingComfortable with site exposure and regular visitsHigh communication skills

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.

The preceding description is not designed to be a complete or exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities that will be carried out by the selected candidate.

Veolia Middle East does not and shall not discriminate in any forms in its recruitment processes.