Qureos Mentor

<div><div><b>JOB PURPOSE:</b></div>
<ul>
<li><div>To carry out metal cleanliness sampling, hydrogen measurement, sampling of finished products, data collection of casting parameters related to monitored casts, Vac &amp; thermal analyser sampling, etc. for all products, to ensure they meet the prescribed standards as laid down in various casting operations procedures.</div>
</li>
</ul><p></p><div><b>KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:</b></div>
<div><b>
Safety</b></div>
<ul>
<li><div>Actively participates in safety-related issues, task risk assessments, registers, and the suggestion scheme program.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Carries out 5S housekeeping, monthly 5S inspection, and safety inspections.</div>
</li>
</ul><div><b>Quality</b></div>
<ul>
<li><div>Carries out routine and non-routine metal cleanliness assessments using metallurgical measuring equipment during casting from liquid metal at all casting stations as per metallurgy services department requirements, and enters the results in the report.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Collects product samples for metallography studies to measure different metallurgical characteristics.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Uses mechanical equipment to prepare samples for macrostructure study and delivers samples to the main metallurgy lab for micro examination.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Carries out sample preparation for macro etching and metallurgical assessments as directed by senior department members.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Maintains metallurgical testing equipment clean and in good working condition.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Takes routine and non-routine samples for chemical composition analysis.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Maintains adequate stocks of consumables and spares for equipment used in metallographic and metal cleanliness activities.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Maintains metallographic and metal cleanliness sampling records to ensure samples and measurement data are easily retrievable.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Actively participates in the suggestion scheme program.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Carries out verification of test methods as per set frequency.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Understands and implements the requirements of ISO/IEC 17025 as per the latest revision.</div>
</li>
</ul><p></p><div><b>QUALIFICATIONS &amp; SKILLS:</b></div>
<div><b>
Minimum Qualifications:</b></div>
<ul>
<li><div>Twelfth (12th) grade high school certificate.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Successful completion of PEC technical training programme <b>or</b> a three (3) year Technical Diploma in Metallurgy or equivalent.</div>
</li>
</ul><div><b>Minimum Experience:</b></div>
<ul>
<li><div>Two (2) years of Assistant Technician experience, or a minimum of four (4) years of experience in casting operations or in a closely related continuous industrial process.</div>
</li>
</ul><div><b>Skills:</b></div>
<ul>
<li><div>Ability to influence internally to ensure safety standards.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Technical report writing skills in English.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Ability to liaise with operations to ensure that non-conforming material is investigated and dealt with according to relevant procedures.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Safety, Quality, and Environment Management System training.</div></li></ul></div>

Technician - Metallurgy

<div><div><b>JOB PURPOSE:</b></div>
<ul>
<li><div>To provide safe and cost-effective mechanical/electrical/instrumentation maintenance and implement necessary predictive, preventive, and condition-based maintenance techniques and practices to minimize equipment downtime, thus enabling maximum production at minimum cost.</div>
</li>
</ul><div><b>KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:</b></div>
<ul>
<li><div>Supervises preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities that are carried out in an efficient and cost-effective manner with minimal downtime.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Analyses data gathered from shift reports, inspections, and work orders to plan and organize maintenance and repair activities for plant stoppages, down days, and turnarounds.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Checks and monitors that all maintenance work performed meets the standards approved by the Area Engineer / Maintenance Manager.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Investigates all repetitive equipment failures and takes remedial actions to prevent reoccurrence.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Ensures that plant and equipment are maintained in accordance with customer requirements, company policies, procedures, and applicable standards.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Coordinates with the respective Planning Engineers to recommend practical requirements in the formulation of engineering plans and liaises with the operations team to keep their requirements updated.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Develops maintenance plans, procedures, and standards to be applied, and carries out annual reviews of all existing procedures and standards according to recognized international standards.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Establishes and maintains good housekeeping standards in the workshop and plant area.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Provides adequate spare parts ensuring availability to meet plant requirements.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Plans, coordinates, and helps organize the necessary resources for maintenance activities during plant stoppages, down days, size changes, and turnarounds.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Prioritizes the work and allocates resources according to production needs to ensure the reliability and availability of all equipment and systems in the designated plant area.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Liaises frequently with Operations personnel to monitor equipment performance effectively.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Encourages all employees to participate in the company&rsquo;s Productivity Enhancement Programmes.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Implements the company&rsquo;s training requirements, with particular emphasis on UAE National development.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Ensures immediate response to any equipment failure.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Conducts regular safety meetings to ensure safe working conditions are sustained across the division/area.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Liaises with the Safety Department to uphold and maintain safe working practices and compliance with the company&rsquo;s Safety Plan and Environmental Management System standards.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Supervises adherence of departmental personnel to all company safety policies and procedures, including molten metal environment protocols and Permit to Work / Hot Work / Lock-out, Tag-out systems.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Authorizes minor changes to PM &amp; Planned Maintenance routines and systems; initiates major changes with the approval of the Area Manager.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Agrees on changes to weekly PM schedules with Operations.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Establishes appropriate shift coverage by Technicians to ensure immediate and competent response to failures.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Advises the Area Engineer on technical issues as required.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Sets clear and measurable objectives in support of departmental goals.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Participates in the company&rsquo;s TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) initiative implementation within the assigned area.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Engages team members in the suggestion scheme for continuous improvement.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Performs other related duties as directed.</div>
</li>
</ul><div><b>AUTHORITY / DECISION MAKING:</b></div>
<ul>
<li><div>As per Delegation of Authority, Policies &amp; Procedures.</div>
</li>
</ul><div><b>QUALIFICATIONS &amp; SKILLS:</b></div>
<div><b>
Minimum Qualifications:</b></div>
<ul>
<li><div>Diploma in relevant field</div>
</li>
<li><div>Completion of PEC Craft Training</div>
</li>
<li><div>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in relevant field</div>
</li>
</ul><div><b>Minimum Experience:</b></div>
<ul>
<li><div>7 years of relevant experience in a heavy industry after Diploma</div>
</li>
<li><div>4 years of experience after PEC Craft Training</div>
</li>
<li><div>Completion of Graduate Training</div>
</li>
</ul><div><b>Skills:</b></div>
<ul>
<li><div>Good knowledge of written and spoken English</div>
</li>
<li><div>Familiar with all maintenance tools and good IT knowledge</div>
</li>
<li><div>Exposure to installation and troubleshooting</div>
</li>
<li><div>Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and manuals</div>
</li>
<li><div>Completion of First Line Management &ndash; Level 1</div>
</li>
<li><div>Demonstrates ability to work within strict budgetary confinements and spare parts inventory control</div></li></ul></div>

Supervisor - Rodding Maintenance

<div><div><b>JOB PURPOSE:</b></div>
<ul>
<li><div>Perform a wide range of duties relating to the electrical installation, repair, maintenance, and troubleshooting of machinery, equipment, and fixtures to ensure their efficient operation with minimum downtime, complying with EHS guidelines and focusing on continuous improvement.</div>
</li>
</ul><div><b>KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:</b></div>
<ul>
<li><div>Attend all electrical equipment breakdowns such as LV&ndash;MV motors, LV switchboards, MCCs, plant lighting, transformers, UPS, VFD, breakers, soft starters, etc.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Carry out planned, preventive, and predictive maintenance within the given time constraints to minimize production downtime.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Identify and report any abnormalities; repair and/or replace required parts, reassemble and test the equipment, and ensure the working area is clean afterward.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Technically assess the requirements of allocated jobs and select the necessary tools and equipment to complete the work.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Diagnose electrical breakdowns and failures effectively and troubleshoot plant and equipment electrical issues.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Use the computerized maintenance system (SAP) to order necessary spare parts from the warehouse and maintain records of all completed maintenance work.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Complete all maintenance work in accordance with safety procedures and plant operational requirements.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Monitor repeated breakdowns, perform RCFA (Root Cause Failure Analysis), and recommend or implement proper modifications to resolve recurring issues.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Provide on-the-job training to new craftsmen and contractors to equip them with the necessary skills for maintenance activities.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Actively contribute to improving EHS and plant/equipment performance by participating in 5S, Business Excellence, and Safety initiatives.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Lead the team for allocated tasks as directed by the supervisor.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Perform other related duties as required by the supervisor.</div>
</li>
<li><div>Provide guidance and technical expertise to other divisions when required.</div>
</li>
</ul><div><b>QUALIFICATIONS &amp; SKILLS:</b></div>
<div><b>
Minimum Qualifications:</b></div>
<ul>
<li><div>Diploma in a relevant field</div>
</li>
<li><div>Completion of PEC Craft Training</div>
</li>
</ul><div><b>Minimum Experience:</b></div>
<ul>
<li><div>5 years of relevant experience in a heavy industry after Diploma</div>
</li>
<li><div>2 years of experience as an electrician after PEC Training</div>
</li>
</ul><div><b>Skills:</b></div>
<ul>
<li><div>Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English</div>
</li>
<li><div>Familiarity with all maintenance tools and good IT skills</div>
</li>
<li><div>Expertise in installation and troubleshooting</div>
</li>
<li><div>Ability to read and understand engineering drawings, manuals, and instructions</div></li></ul></div>

Senior Technician - Electrical (Crane Maintenance)

<div><div><b><i>About Emirates Global Aluminium</i></b><i>
</i></div><div>Emirates Global Aluminium is the world&rsquo;s biggest &lsquo;premium aluminium&rsquo; producer and the largest industrial company in the United Arab Emirates outside the oil and gas industry. EGA is an integrated aluminium producer, with operations on four continents from bauxite mining to the production of cast primary aluminium and recycling. EGA employs over 7,000 of these people including more than 1,200 UAE Nationals. EGA operates aluminium smelters in Jebel Ali and Al Taweelah in the United Arab Emirates, an alumina refinery in Al Taweelah, a bauxite mine and associated export facilities in the Republic of Guinea, a speciality foundry in high strength recycled aluminium in Germany, and a recycling plant in the United States.</div><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>
Job Purpose:</b></div>
<div>
Assists the Talent Planning &amp; Succession Manager in developing Leadership pipeline for critical roles and key positions. Supports alignment and achievement of Talent retention, Emiratisation and D&amp;I KPIs. Implements the process and plans for identifying and developing the strategic talent pools like High Potential employees with focus on nationals, IDPs etc.</div><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>
Key Responsibilities:</b></div>
<div><b>
Strategy</b></div>
<ul>
<li>Supports the development and updates of talent management framework, Talent Review Strategy and procedures in line with EGA&rsquo;s policies and procedures.</li>
<li>Supports the development and implements departmental strategy in designing talent planning and succession across EGA.</li>
<li>Supports the development of methodology for assessment and development centre, including the use of psychometric assessments.</li>
<li>Proposes the Section&rsquo;s goals, initiatives and KPIs for review and approval.</li>
</ul>
<div><b>Policies and Procedures</b></div>
<ul>
<li>Implements the Section&rsquo;s policies, procedures and processes.</li>
<li>Effective communication of department&rsquo;s policies and practices to the employees.</li>
<li>Supports in designing and delivering content and communication for the awareness of the policies and practices.</li>
<li>Regularly reviews, critiques and benchmarks the policies and proposes revisions as required.</li>
<li>Ensures compliance to the process and standards set &ndash; section, department and EGA.</li>
</ul>
<div><b>Processes
</b></div><ul><li>Assists and collaborates for running projects including project scoping, implementation and communication strategy. Support the manager in design, development, delivery and monitoring of the project with partners.</li>
<li>Participates in the development needs analysis to ensure that the customized program is continuously meeting the needs of EGA, adding value whilst remaining cost effective.</li>
<li>Tracks and reports the budget spend based on the initiatives with focus on value for investment in line with the cost conscious perspective of EGA.</li>
<li>Supports in conducting the organization wide process of Talent Review, Talent planning and Succession, Individual Development Plan processes, in an integrated manner.</li>
<li>Supports in building talent pools of high performer/high potentials at all levels of the organization to encourage greater effectiveness and productivity, and advice on available talent for internal vacancies in non-critical positions / feed into the talent / succession pools.
</li><li>Co-facilitates talent reviews through Talking Talent - to assess for professionalism and potential and development readiness, with a focus to develop internal candidates for critical positions and an overall enhancement in the competency level, through Talking development identify the training and development needs, track progress against plan.
</li><li>Compiles information and supports manager to offer counsel and occasionally challenge Business Area leaders in identifying potential and talented employees &ndash; for critical roles or key positions.</li>
<li>Evaluates &ldquo;SMART&rdquo; nature of Individual Development and support joint ownership between the Line manager and the employee to implement and track progress of development.</li>
<li>Tracks individual development plans by providing constructive feedback and counselling of employees; Communicates with employees to check for progress achieved against the identified developmental needs.</li>
<li>Ensures alignment of process across different talent pools and highlights lapses to manager for remedial action</li>
</ul>
<div><b>Coordination</b></div>
<ul>
<li>Regular interaction with HC BPs on Talent Review, Talent Planning and Succession.</li>
<li>Coordinate required development interventions &ndash; On the job, mentoring / coaching, Management &amp; Leadership programs, Modern blended learning etc.</li>
</ul>
<div><b>Coaching and Training</b></div>
<ul>
<li>Guide and oversee one to one and group coaching and training for Talent Planning cycle (Talent reviews) and Individual Development processes.</li>
<li>Co- design and develop training packages including e-learning courses for communication / awareness on relevant topics.</li>
<li>Conduct awareness sessions, provide one on one coaching /guidance for putting the individual development plan in place.</li>
</ul>
<div><b>Reporting</b></div>
<ul>
<li>Prepares reports and periodic updates to the Senior Management / ExCo / HCC</li>
<li>Reports on different programs and status.</li>
<li>Customized reports on the all the processes in the section periodically.</li>
</ul>
<div><b>Control and Quality</b></div>
<ul>
<li>Ensures the quality of development plans are maintained and meet requirements;</li>
<li>Compiles and provides thorough talent information to the manager, that helps to maintain the rigor and quality of the Talent Review through engaging and challenging discussions;</li>
</ul>
<div><b>Budget Control</b></div>
<ul>
<li>Track spend vs. budget and provide periodic reports and coordinate its allocation within the department on an ongoing basis.</li>
</ul>
<div><b>Others</b></div>
<ul>
<li>Perform other tasks related to the function as they arise and as directed.</li>
<li>Authority Decision Making.</li>
<li>Work within agreed policies and procedures while keeping direct manager and team members updated on all matters;</li>
<li>Update the direct manager frequently on all related matters.</li>
<li>Review plans of action or discuss recommendations for improvement of existing processes, policies and procedures related to Career Development with direct manager; check and review development plans to ensure relevance and ensure they meet required standards.</li>
<li>Handle and maintain confidential information.</li>
</ul>
<div><b>Qualification &amp; Skills:</b></div>
<div>
Minimum Qualifications:</div>
<ul>
<li>Degree in HR; Preferred recognised professional HR certification.
</li><li>Psychometric assessment / Learning &amp; Development qualification preferred.
</li></ul><div>Minimum Experience:</div>
<ul>
<li>6-8 years in a specialist role in areas of Career Development &amp; training practices and process handling, in a large organization. Experience in assessment centres is desired.</li>
</ul>
<div>Skills:</div>
<ul>
<li>Strong communication skills (excellent verbal, listening &amp; presentation skills, excellent interpersonal skills)</li>
<li>MS office skills &ndash; especially Excel and data visualization</li>
<li>Systematic planning and organization skills</li>
<li>Coordination skills</li></ul></div>

Senior Associate - Succession Planning (UAEN Talent)

<div><div><b><i>About Emirates Global Aluminium</i></b><i>
</i></div><div>Emirates Global Aluminium is the world&rsquo;s biggest &lsquo;premium aluminium&rsquo; producer and the largest industrial company in the United Arab Emirates outside the oil and gas industry. EGA is an integrated aluminium producer, with operations on four continents from bauxite mining to the production of cast primary aluminium and recycling. EGA employs over 7,000 of these people including more than 1,200 UAE Nationals. EGA operates aluminium smelters in Jebel Ali and Al Taweelah in the United Arab Emirates, an alumina refinery in Al Taweelah, a bauxite mine and associated export facilities in the Republic of Guinea, a speciality foundry in high strength recycled aluminium in Germany, and a recycling plant in the United States.</div><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>
JOB PURPOSE: </b>As part of its purpose, bold aspirations and values, EGA has set out the aspiration that by 2030, we will become the #1 industrial employer of choice in the countries where we operate, providing best-in-class capability building, exceptional career opportunities and championing diversity in the workplace. Under direction of Director Culture and Employee Engagement and the Culture and Employee Engagement Lead, to support the design and implementation of EGA-wide cultural interventions that shape and evolve EGA&rsquo;s culture to deliver on EGA&rsquo;s purpose, bold aspirations and values. To lead and manage selected culture, employee engagement or diversity&amp; inclusion initiatives within EGA to ensure successful implementation across the organisation. Acts as a champion for culture, employee engagement and diversity in EGA. Engages, influences and educates key stakeholder groups on all aspects of culture, diversity and engagement. Works closely with the Director of Culture and Employee Engagement and the Culture and Employee Engagement Lead to ensure that cultural health, employee engagement and diversity are kept high on the organisation&rsquo;s agenda.</div><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:</b></div>
<div><i>
3.1 Culture, Employee Engagement and D&amp;I Project Planning.</i></div>
<ul>
<li>Supports the design of effective solutions to culture, diversity and employee engagement challenges and opportunities based on a systematic approach to current state/ future state analysis and assessment of strengths and gaps in EGA. Brings to bear an understanding of development, change management and learning and development interventions on these issues.
</li><li>Participates in stakeholder engagement and communication activities, including leading and planning key events and activities. Acts as a champion for culture, employee engagement and diversity &amp; inclusion in EGA.
</li><li>Researches, recommends and supports implementation of high quality fit-for-purpose, culture and employee engagement approaches, processes and tools to enable effective and cost efficient delivery which is easily accessible, attractive and engaging for EGA colleagues (the end users/ recipients).</li>
</ul>
<div><i>3.2 Culture, Employee Engagement and D&amp;I Project Delivery</i></div>
<ul>
<li>Works with Directory Culture and Employee Engagement Culture and Employee Engagement Lead to design, build and deliver culture, employee engagement or D&amp;I initiatives required to deliver EGA&rsquo;s purpose, bold aspirations and values.
</li><li>Ensures that all culture and employee engagement work and deliverables are developed and implemented effectively and efficiently; meet the business objectives and deliver quality outcomes of which the team and EGA can feel proud. This can include directly delivering key interventions or overseeing the delivery of interventions by EGA colleagues or 3rd party suppliers.
</li><li>Works collaboratively with colleagues from across EGA and 3rd parties to inspire, engage and support individuals and teams through initiative delivery.
</li><li>Report on status and progress to plan of initiatives, facilitating informed decision making to ensure that work remains on track as per agreed timelines, specifications and budget.
</li><li>Communicate changes in line with accepted change management methodologies to ensure effective implementation and adoption, ultimately increasing likelihood of project success.
</li><li>Undertake the necessary tasks and initiatives to ensure effective handover of the project to the concerned operational team when applicable.
</li><li>Ensures that culture, diversity and employee engagement data is accurate, timely and readily available. Thereby allowing EGA&rsquo;s Executive and Leaders to make informed, fact-based decisions on culture and employee engagement investment.</li>
</ul>
<div><i>Policies, processes, procedures and compliance</i></div>
<ul>
<li>Oversee the implementation (as applicable) of policies, process and procedures related to the projects implemented to enable governance, minimize potential risk factors.</li>
</ul>
<div><i>Leadership</i></div>
<ul>
<li>Delivers projects by effectively leading teams (whether cross functional or within the department).</li>
<li>Actively develops colleagues building their skills and capabilities.</li>
<li>Leads by example based on EGA&rsquo;s Leadership Expectations model. Safety, Quality &amp; Environment.</li>
<li>Ensure compliance to all relevant safety, quality and environmental policies, procedures and controls across in order to enable employee safety, legislative compliance and a responsible environmental attitude.</li></ul><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>
AUTHORITY/ DECISION MAKING:</b></div>
<ul>
<li>Works within established guidelines, policies and procedures under the guidance of Director Culture and Employee Engagement and the Culture and Employee Engagement Lead .</li>
<li>Subject to normal approvals within the EGA DoA for projects and investments.</li>
</ul>
<div><b>Minimum Qualifications: </b>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree with preferably a post graduate degree / relevant qualifications (CIPD etc.).</div>
<div><b>
Minimum Experience:</b> 5-8 years relevant experience in HR specialising in relevant topics e.g.: Organisation Development, Culture, Employee Engagement, D&amp;I and Leadership Development / Learning OR appropriate operational and business experience.</div>
<div><b><i>
Knowledge, skills and abilities:</i></b></div>
<ul>
<li>Relevant experience in key organisation development, employee engagement, change management and talent development theories, approaches, tools and techniques OR strong practical knowledge of EGA&rsquo;s business, success drivers, people and culture.</li>
<li>Knowledge of project management and change management practices.</li>
<li>Analytical and problem solving skill.</li>
<li>Effective interpersonal, presentation and communication skills.</li>
<li>Negotiation skills and the ability to plan and deliver projects .</li>
<li>Ability to engage, influence and steer teams and individuals.</li>
<li>Ability and willingness to learn new skills, adapt and grow.</li>
<li>Agile and resilient in the face of changes to project objectives, timeliness and personnel/roles.</li></ul></div>

Senior Associate - Culture & Engagement (UAEN Talent)

<div><div><b><i>About Emirates Global Aluminium</i></b><i>
</i></div><div>Emirates Global Aluminium is the world&rsquo;s biggest &lsquo;premium aluminium&rsquo; producer and the largest industrial company in the United Arab Emirates outside the oil and gas industry. EGA is an integrated aluminium producer, with operations on four continents from bauxite mining to the production of cast primary aluminium and recycling. EGA employs over 7,000 of these people including more than 1,200 UAE Nationals. EGA operates aluminium smelters in Jebel Ali and Al Taweelah in the United Arab Emirates, an alumina refinery in Al Taweelah, a bauxite mine and associated export facilities in the Republic of Guinea, a speciality foundry in high strength recycled aluminium in Germany, and a recycling plant in the United States.</div><div><b>
JOB PURPOSE:</b></div>
<div>
To assist the Senior Manager/Associate Manager in conducting and delivering internal audit services for assigned audit area. The Principal Auditor shall under the guidance of the Senior Manager/Associate Manager IA, lead, manage and report results in completing the assigned audit while ensuring that professional standards are met, areas of non-compliance are identified and addressed to mitigate the risk.</div><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:</b></div>
<p><b>
Policies, Processes &amp; Procedures</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Implements approved departmental policies, processes, procedures and provides instructions to subordinates (team allocated for a particular assignment) and monitor their adherence so that work is carried out in accordance with the professional standards issued by The Institute of Internal Auditors</li>
<li>Maintains and continually improves standard operating procedures as well as adopting best practices applicable to the internal audit function</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Day-to-Day Operations</b></p>
<p>
Implements the day-to-day operations assigned for the Internal Audit function to ensure compliance with the established standards and procedures and EGA audit methodology.</p>
<p><b>
Risk Assessment and Audit Plans</b></p>
<p>
Assists the Senior Manager/Associate Manager in carrying out risk assessments for the assigned area of responsibility thereby prioritising audit areas critical to the business.</p>
<p><b>
Audit Management</b></p>
<p>
Manages all activities related to assigned audits, including but not limited to: a) determining the audit approach including risk analysis and process mapping and finalizing the approach under guidance of the senior manager; b) conducting the testing of internal controls and reviewing the results of testing performed by team members; c) identify process improvements and cost reduction opportunities; and d) assess the adequacy of internal controls</p>
<p><b>
Staffing</b></p>
<ul>
<li>The Principal Auditor is responsible for coaching the team assigned with a view to enhancing the skillsets of the audit team.</li>
<li>Ensure that the internal audit methodology is understood and applied by the team members in the day to day activity.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Documentation</b></p>
<p>
Document the work performed and review the audit work papers prepared by the team members to ensure that the audit objectives and the quality standards are met and working papers or audit files are maintained as per Internal Audit requirements.</p>
<p><b>
Corrective Actions</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Recommends to process owners suitable corrective/preventive actions in order to mitigate/remediate the observations made and risks highlighted, ensuring that all accepted recommendations are given clear implementation deadlines or clearly identified as not being accepted</li>
<li>Ensures that area managers and Senior Manager Internal Audit are informed in a timely manner regarding critical issues to enable quick correction and mitigation of further occurrences</li>
<li>Supervises or carries out periodic follow-up of recommendations in order to report on status of implementation.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Reports</b></p>
<p>
Prepares the draft audit reports as per the required format for review by the Senior Manager/Associate Manager.</p>
<p><b>
Management Requests and Fraud Investigation</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Conducts ad-hoc reviews based on management requests as directed by the Senior Manager or SVP Internal Audit.</li>
<li>Participates in the fraud investigations as and when called upon to do so by the Senior Manager or SVP internal Audit.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Safety, Quality &amp; Environment</b></p>
<p>
Complies with all relevant safety, quality and environmental management policies, procedures and controls to ensure a healthy and safe work environment.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Authority/ Decision making:</b></p>
<p>
The Principal Auditor is required to interact and maintain effective working relationships with management of the assigned area of responsibility.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
QUALIFICATIONS &amp; SKILLS:</b></p>
<div><b>
Minimum Qualifications:</b></div>
<ul>
<li>University degree in Accountancy / Economics / Business Administration / Engineering / Computer Science /Law;</li>
<li>Master in Business Administration/Engineering or professional accounting qualification such as but not limited to Chartered Accountant, CMA, CPA, ACCA etc.</li>
<li>Audit related professional qualification such as CIA or CISA.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Minimum Experience:</b></p>
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Minimum of 7-10 years internal audit / relevant business process experience in a large manufacturing company or with the Big4 audit firms.</div>
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Skills:</b></p>
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<li>Knowledge of the manufacturing industry with particular exposure to the metal industry in general and Aluminium industry in particular.</li>
<li>Good knowledge of international corporate/IT governance, risk and internal controls frameworks such as COSO, ERM, COBIT, etc.</li>
<li>Good analytical and observation skills including but not limited to data analysis techniques and computer assisted audit tools such as ACL/IDEA.</li>
<li>Adequate language skills (English) and effective communication skills, both written and oral.</li>
<li>Should have an ability to lead and guide a team of auditors.</li>
<li>Should be able to demonstrate negotiation skills and be able to obtain the buy in from line management regarding the issues / recommendations.</li>
<li>Must have sufficient knowledge to evaluate the risk of fraud and the manner in which it is managed by the organisation.</li>
<li>In-depth knowledge of IIA Standards on Professional Practice and Code of Ethics</li>
<li>Two or more of the following:
<ul><li>Well versed in IT processes including IT Governance, IT ISO, IT Security, etc.</li>
<li>Good Knowledge of the Aluminium smelting plant processes and operations including technical aspects</li>
<li>Good knowledge of processes such as HR, supply chain, marketing &amp; sales, treasury etc.</li>
<li>Good knowledge of IFRS, accounting practices, JVs, financial analysis, etc</li></ul></li></ul></div>

Principal Auditor (UAEN Talent)

<div><div><b><i>About Emirates Global Aluminium</i></b><i>
</i></div><div>Emirates Global Aluminium is the world&rsquo;s biggest &lsquo;premium aluminium&rsquo; producer and the largest industrial company in the United Arab Emirates outside the oil and gas industry. EGA is an integrated aluminium producer, with operations on four continents from bauxite mining to the production of cast primary aluminium and recycling. EGA employs over 7,000 of these people including more than 1,200 UAE Nationals. EGA operates aluminium smelters in Jebel Ali and Al Taweelah in the United Arab Emirates, an alumina refinery in Al Taweelah, a bauxite mine and associated export facilities in the Republic of Guinea, a speciality foundry in high strength recycled aluminium in Germany, and a recycling plant in the United States.</div><br>
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JOB PURPOSE:</b></div>
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An Associate IT Audit Manager plays a crucial role in ensuring that an organization&rsquo;s information technology systems and processes align with its objectives while meeting regulatory compliance and safeguarding against risks. The key responsibilities include:</div><br>
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</div><ul><li><b>Planning and Designing Audits:</b> Develop comprehensive audit plans that outline the scope, objectives, and methodologies for evaluating the effectiveness, efficiency, and security of IT systems and processes.</li></ul><br>
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<li><b>Risk Assessment:</b> Conduct risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities in the IT infrastructure, including cybersecurity threats, data integrity issues, and system availability risks. Based on these assessments, prioritize areas for auditing.</li></ul><br>
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<li><b>Performing Audits:</b> Execute audits according to the planned scope, including reviewing and testing IT controls, systems, and processes to assess their effectiveness. This often involves evaluating IT governance practices, security policies, access controls, disaster recovery planning, and operational procedures.</li></ul><br>
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<li><b>Reporting Findings:</b> Document audit results, including identified weaknesses or non-compliance issues. Provide clear, actionable recommendations for addressing these issues.</li></ul><br>
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<li><b>Follow-up and Verification:</b> Follow up on audit findings to ensure that corrective actions have been implemented effectively. Verify that recommendations are carried out and that the desired outcomes are achieved.</li></ul><br>
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<li><b>Advisory Role:</b> Act as an advisor to management on IT risk management, control, and governance processes. Offer guidance on enhancing IT frameworks, policies, and procedures.</li></ul><br>
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<li><b>Regulatory Compliance:</b> Evaluate the organization&rsquo;s compliance with relevant industry standards and regulatory requirements related to IT, such as GDPR, ISO27001, ISR, SOX, HIPAA.</li></ul><br>
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<li><b>Collaboration and Communication:</b> Work closely with IT teams, external auditors, and other stakeholders. Effectively communicating audit findings, risks, and recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences.</li></ul><br>
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The above is to be carried out across all EGA sites (JA, AT, GAC, ATA and EGA Subsidiaries) in the following IT functions:</i></b></div>
<ul>
<li>Industrial IT Systems (including SCADA systems).</li>
<li>EGA SAP and other Corporate &amp; Mobile Applications.</li>
<li>IT Governance.</li>
<li>IT Infrastructure (network, telecom, Data Centres etc.)</li>
<li>Information Security (including cyber security).</li>
<li>GRC Access and Process Control systems.</li>
<li>Industry 4.0.</li></ul><br>
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KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:</b></div>
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 Mandatory ethical and audit standards prescribed by the IIA</b></div>
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<li>Embeds the ethical standards and the mandatory standards prescribed by The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) in the day-to-day operations. To that effect, he/she shall instruct/supervise/coach his team members about the aforesaid requirement</li>
<li>For deviations brought to his/her attention, the job holder would take steps to resolve the issue. It shall be the responsibility of the position holder to keep the Senior Manager of Corporate &amp; IT and Chief Internal Auditor (CIA) informed of the deviations reported and the steps undertaken to resolve the issue. Should it not be possible for the job holder to resolve the issue, he/she shall seek the guidance of the Senior Manager of Corporate and IT and CIA in this regard.
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Departmental Policies, Processes &amp; Procedures</b></div>
Responsible for implementing departmental policies, processes, and procedures in all audits/risk assessments / day-to-day work conducted. To that effect, he/she shall instruct/supervise/coach his/her team members with regard to requirements of the departmental policies and procedures as well as monitor adherence to such policy/procedure. Deviations if any shall be brought to the attention of the Senior Manager of Corporate and IT and Chief Internal Audit (CIA) for corrective action. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with management of the assigned domain and act as the key point of contact. The Associate Manager shall ensure that he/she is aware of all changes in key personnel/processes/systems as well as emerging risks relevant to his/her domain arising out of changes in industry/market / legislation etc.</li>
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<div><b> Risk Assessment and Audit Plans</b></div>
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<li>Develop and maintain effective working relationships with management of the assigned domain and act as the key point of contact. The Associate Manager shall ensure that he/she is aware of all changes in key personnel/processes/systems as well as emerging risks relevant to his/her domain arising out of changes in industry/market / legislation etc.</li>
<li>Upon identifying such risk/changes, the Associate Manager shall inform the Senior Manager of Corporate and IT and assist in assessing the emerging risks and their potential impact on the audit plan and propose changes to the plan if required in order to prioritize the high-risk audit units.</li>
<li>Lead the annual risk assessment process relating to the domain and assist the Senior Manager of Corporate and IT in prioritizing the high-risk audit units while preparing the audit plan.</li>
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<div><b> Assessing Staffing Requirements
</b></div> <div>Assess the staffing requirements for planned and Adhoc audit assignments and advise the Senior Manager Corporate and IT on assigning personnel to audit assignments within the assigned domain. Should the skillset required to conduct an audit not be available in-house, the Associate Manager shall assist the Senior Manager Corporate and IT to plan and execute co-sourced / outsourced audit assignments.</div>
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Managing Audit Assignments</b></div>
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<li>Shall have overall responsibility for independently conducting audits within the domain. To that effect, the Associate Manager&rsquo;s responsibility shall include but not be limited to the following:</li>
</ul><ul><li>Ensure that relevant portion of the audit plan approved by the ARC for the year is achieved and that audits are completed within the defined timeframe. Assist the Senior Manager Corporate and IT in analysing deviations beyond 10% of the allocated time and initiate corrective actions planned.</li>
<li>Plan and scope audit assignments ensuring adequate audit coverage of audit units to most effectively utilize the resources in providing reasonable assurance regarding the control environment.</li>
<li>Develop process flow charts, conduct the process level risk analysis, prepare the risk, and control matrix and assess the design of management&rsquo;s internal controls.</li>
<li>Develop the audit programs including procedures / audit approaches / data analysis for auditing new processes or modifying existing approaches to further enhance the audit coverage / effectiveness.</li>
<li>Execute audit procedures most critical to the audit assignment while conducting the work to ensure that the specified audit objectives are met.</li>
<li>Assist the other auditors in evaluating the IT system controls for the business audits.</li>
<li>Identify control weaknesses, process improvement and cost reduction opportunities.</li>
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<div><b>Quality of Documentation</b></div>
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Document the test procedures carried out and review the work done by the team members / co-sourced consultants on an ongoing basis in TeamMate / GRC, to ensure that the quality of audit file documentation meets the standards set in the Internal Audit methodology and the IIA&rsquo;s standards.</div>
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Recommending Corrective Actions</b></div>
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<li>Recommend to process owners suitable corrective/preventive actions in order to mitigate/remediate the observations made and risks highlighted ensuring that all accepted recommendations are given clear implementation deadlines or clearly identified as not being accepted.</li>
<li>Leads closing meetings with line and top management to obtain their buy in regarding the recommendations / corrective actions.</li>
<li>Ensure that area managers and the Senior Manager Corporate and IT are informed in a timely manner regarding critical issues to enable quick correction and mitigation of further occurrences.</li>
<li>Conduct monthly follow-up of audit recommendations and report on status of their implementation to the Senior Manager Corporate and IT.</li>
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<div><b>Preparing Reports</b></div>
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<li>Review draft reports drafted by team members / co-sourced consultants to ensure that draft reports meet the quality standards required by IA Methodology.</li>
<li>Deliver final versions of draft reports to the Senior Manager Corporate and IT after discussing with management and obtaining their buy-ins with regard to the observations and recommendations made.</li>
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<div><b>Peer Review and Quality Certification</b></div>
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<li>The audits conducted/led and carried out by the Associate Manager IA shall be subject to peer reviews and quality assessments on a periodic basis. The Associate Manager would be responsible for implementing the recommendations made in the aforesaid assessments.</li>
<li>The Associate Manager would assist the Senior Manager Corporate and IT and Chief Internal Auditor in achieving the periodic external quality certification.
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Managing Co-sourced / Outsourced Audits</b></div>
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<li>Should the CIA in consultation with the Senior Manager Corporate and IT approve that an audit assignment in the Associate Manager&rsquo;s domain be co-sourced/outsourced either due to unavailability of skillset in-house or resource constraints, the Associate Manager shall have the following responsibilities:</li>
</ul><ul><li>Prepare the request for proposal including technical specifications, areas / scope to be covered, deliverables, manpower required etc.</li>
<li>Assist the Senior Manager Corporate and IT in carrying out the technical evaluation of the proposals received.</li>
<li>Liaison with the external team and monitor the day-to-day progress of the audit assignment;</li>
<li>Assess the work done and the deliverables to ensure that the audit objectives are met.</li>
<li>Lead the closeout meeting with management to agree on the action plans; and</li>
<li>Document the observations in GRC so that these can be followed up later.</li>
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</li></ul><div><b>Management Requests and Fraud Investigation</b></div>
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<li>Conducts ad-hoc reviews based on management requests as directed by the CIA.</li>
<li>Participates in the fraud investigations as and when called upon to do so by the CIA.</li>
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<div><b>Safety, Quality &amp; Environment</b></div>
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<li>Complies with all relevant safety, quality and environmental management policies, procedures and controls to ensure a healthy and safe work environment.</li></ul><br>
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QUALIFICATIONS &amp; SKILLS:</b></div>
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<li>University degree in Computer Science.</li>
<li>Holding relevant professional certifications can be beneficial, such as:</li>
</ul><ul><li>CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor)</li>
<li>CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)</li>
<li>CISM (Certified Information Security Manager)</li>
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<div>These certifications attest to the manager's knowledge and expertise in IT audit and security domains.
</div><div>Keep up-to-date with the latest IT trends, risks, and technologies, as well as developments in auditing standards and regulatory requirements.</div>
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Minimum 8 years of working experience, of which:</div>
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<li>At least 4 years experience in managing IT audits, and</li>
<li>At least 5 years experience in Internal Audit.</li>
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<div>Exposure to managing/auditing Industrial IT systems in the mining or manufacturing industry would be an added advantage.</div></div>

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