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<div>Join Our Global Team: Marine Surveyor Opportunity in Dubai
GAC, a global provider of shipping, logistics and marine services, is dedicated to fostering long-term relationships with customers, staff, and suppliers, and committed to delivering integrated support with the highest levels of quality and safety. We are seeking a skilled and motivated individual to fill the role of Marine Surveyor in our GAC Dubai operation. Could you be the ideal candidate?
Job Description
The main purpose of the job is to act promptly, professionally and effectively, attending to draft container/cargo/ bunker surveys as well as surveys for collisions/pollution/marine Incidents and sealing/unsealing of hatch covers. The surveyor will also witness cargo samples during analysis in labs, respond to all business correspondence, maintain accurate and regular timesheets, coordinate with third party contractors, meet financial targets, provide advice to Principals/P&amp;I Club Members, and meet with local ship owners and agent to enhance business relationships. The job contributes towards department goals and targets by proactively handling claims and generating as much income as possible. 
Key Responsibilities<ul><li> 
 Handle marine surveys from 1st notification to conclusion</li><li>
 Attend to surveys whenever appropriate and retain as much as the outsourced survey work as possible</li><li>
 Read and respond to all correspondence and incoming mails from Principals and P&amp;I Club Members</li><li>
 Prepare clear and concise survey reports as per P&amp;I Club requirements</li><li>
 Maintain accurate and regular time sheets of all work done and account for all disbursements</li><li>
 Liaise with third party contractors and use appropriately for survey work</li><li>
 Achieve set financial targets every month and follow up on outstandings</li><li>
 Conduct marketing with local ship owners and agents</li></ul> 
Requirements<ul><li> 
Master Marine with surveying experience and certificate</li><li>
Preferably, hold a UAE Driving License</li><li>
Good knowledge of marine practices and technical know-how, good local contacts with agents</li><li>
 Excellent English communication skills and knowledge of sub-Asian Languages</li><li>
Proficient in MS Office and communication applications/software</li><li>
At least 3 years&rsquo; experience in similar role; 5 years of experience in surveying or P&amp;I work; 3 years sailing experience as Captain</li></ul>
What We Offer<ul><li>
A dynamic and supportive work environment</li><li>
Opportunities for professional growth and development</li><li>
Competitive compensation and benefits package</li><li>
The chance to work with a global leader in the industry</li></ul>
Apply Now
If you are a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for shipping, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join our team and be part of a company that values long-term relationships, quality and safety.
If you think you have what it takes to become part of the GAC Dubai, we look forward to receiving your application.</div>

Marine Surveyor

<div>GAC Abu Dhabi is looking for candidates for the role of Operations Coordinator &ndash; Air Freight with Customs and Freight- Air, to be based in Abu Dhabi. Could it be you? 
Job Description 
The job supports the business in delivering customer service excellence by ensuring the timely and efficient processing of all the C &amp; F import and export shipments, leading the team and communicating with shipping lines, terminals and authorities. 
Job Responsibilities<ul><li> 
 Ensure smooth operations</li></ul>
Open GAC Freight files, prepare manifest, update correction notice, upload EDI to ADT/DHABI, send manifest to terminals/customs, notify consignee as per B/L/manifest or principals&rsquo; instructions, send reminder. Handle CAN for Dangerous, IMCO, refer, direct delivery. Notify parties 7 days before vessel arrival, follow-up, and attend calls in accordance with GAC etiquette. 
2. Job Closure and invoicing
Ensure accurate details and completion of jobs opened on GAC Freight by following the process in full and holding responsibility for approval of supplier invoices and closing related jobs. 
3. Cash handling
Issue delivery orders with OBL/endorsement/ID verification, confirm OBL status, collect freight and charges per principles and GAC/Abu Dhabi tariff, handle cash, invoice NYK credit after vessel arrival, and settle daily collections with accounts. 
4. Reporting
Communicate with overseas partners, prepare NYK inbound/outbound reports, update NYK IEM container movements, and ensure correction notices (freight, cargo, consignee) are updated in all files, GF2, and required management reports 
5. Ensure timely operation process
Prepare and send discharge/load lists to terminal, agent and feeder operator. Manage full/empty container control, report stock and long-detained containers to NYK. Return empty containers to JEA, verify port invoices, and resolve discrepancies with accounts/terminal. 
6. Forward sales leads to concerned departments
Market intelligence- gather sales leads from cargo manifest, DO counter, CFS &amp; local market and forward to concerned departments. 
7. Generate business growth
Increase business &amp; profits for the department by securing future businesses. 
8. Ensure operation completion
Release empty container for export stuffing, schedule export vessels, issue B/L, update &amp; forward pre-alert to discharge port agents, collect freight and send stripping letter to container terminal for console shipment. Forward manifest to tally clerk &amp; terminal. Inform the load port agent if cargo landed short or damaged. 
9. Collaboration with all departments
Maintain close cooperation with all departments. 
Job Requirements<ul><li> 
High school Diploma or Degree preferred</li><li>3-5 years&rsquo; shipping and logistics experience in the same role</li><li>Knowledge of carriers, agents, accounts and preparation of shipping and operation procedures</li><li>Time-management and multi-tasking skills.</li><li>Knowledge of written &amp; spoken English.</li><li>Proficient with MS Office applications and able to learn new software quickly.</li></ul></div>

Operations Coordinator - Air Freight

<div>About the GAC Group
Since our beginnings in 1956, the GAC Group has been in business helping our customers&rsquo; businesses by providing the best in shipping, logistics and marine services around the world. And we have the reach, resources, expertise and experience to deliver on that promise. 
About the job
We are seeking a highly motivated Business Analyst to join our team. The primary purpose of this role is to identify, define, and document business processes and software requirements to be developed into IT solutions. As a liaison between business and IT teams, you will bridge the communication gap and align software development objectives with both stated and unstated business needs, thereby increasing internal customer confidence and satisfaction.
You will work closely with stakeholders to ensure business requirements are clearly defined and effectively translated into functional IT solutions, ultimately supporting our Group IT development teams to develop software that drives business success. 
Responsibilities
1. Build Relationships Across the Organisation<ul><li>
Conduct interviews, workshops, surveys, and site visits to understand business requirements.</li><li>
Identify explicit and implicit needs of stakeholders and prioritise requirements accordingly.</li><li>
Resolve competing priorities and escalate issues when necessary to ensure alignment.</li></ul>
2. Develop Knowledge of Operations and Supporting Services in GAC<ul><li>
Gain an in-depth understanding of GAC's management, operational, and financial processes.</li><li>
Use this knowledge to recommend effective IT solutions and document high-quality requirements.</li></ul>
3. Translate Business Processes into IT Solutions<ul><li>
Utilise data modelling and solution design techniques to recommend and design IT solutions.</li><li>
Work with IT teams to ensure business needs are met effectively through optimal IT solutions.</li></ul>
4. Drive Business Process Improvements<ul><li>
Act as the voice of the customer to support software development stages such as sprint planning and user story creation.</li><li>
Map business processes and identify opportunities for automation and efficiency improvements.</li></ul>
5. Manage Requirements Scoping Throughout the Delivery Process<ul><li>
Develop business case documentation, scope documents, and process flows to guide software development.</li><li>
Engage stakeholders to prioritize requirements and ensure accurate test cases and deliveries.</li></ul>
6. Support Timely Data Sharing and Reporting<ul><li>
Facilitate data sharing and reporting for accurate decision-making.</li><li>
Assist the DPM team in transforming IT into a tool for business execution.</li><li>
Maintain and create knowledge base articles to ensure all information related to development is up to date.</li></ul>
Minimum Qualifications &amp; Skills:<ul><li>
Undergraduate or postgraduate degree in computer science, business management, engineering, or a related field.</li><li>
Experience with agile development methodologies (Kanban, Scrum), familiarity with tools such as Jira, and knowledge in one of the PM methodologies (PMP, Prince2).</li><li>
Experience in process mapping and data modelling. Proficient in user interface design and prototyping. Ability to manage and track project deliverables across a large team to meet deadlines.</li><li>
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to present complex technical information effectively. Fluency in English (spoken and written).</li><li>
Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Experience with MS Visio or similar tools for business process mapping. Experience with SharePoint is a plus</li><li>
Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience. Proven track record in creating business case documentation and business requirements summaries.</li></ul></div>

Business Analyst

<div>At GAC, we rely on our IT systems to provide the best solutions that help our users around the world. We are seeking an experienced Application Support Specialist (Software Engineer) to join us on this journey, using their technological skills to make us more efficient.
The job role is part of the Application Development and Support function to ensure availability and accessibility of the application(s) according to agreed service levels and business priorities. The primary goal of the role is to develop and support GAC business applications and to debug/troubleshoot and fix them to eliminate or minimise the adverse impact on business operations for the GAC Group.

The job role also requires close working relationships with the Infrastructure and Architecture &amp; Technical Engineering departments whose mission is to build or configure, maintain or enhance, and eventually decommission applications/services through their life cycle 
Objectives of this role
<ul><li>
Take part in application development projects and bugfixes in coordination with the development team to ensure the stability and performance of the application(s).</li><li>
Perform 2nd and 3rd line support activities for the application(s) in coordination with the Development Team and Helpdesk.</li><li>
Manage incidents, proactive alerts, change requests, and service requests, ensuring compliance to the enterprise architecture, production processes &amp; framework and other Group standards.
</li><li>Ensure incidents and requests are resolved/fulfilled within agreed service levels and, where applicable, that workarounds are provided to minimise business impact with timely escalations to the next level of support, for faster resolution.</li><li>
Ensure follow-ups with and updates to external and internal customers are done in a proactive, timely and professional manner.</li><li>
Produce and maintain clear documentation on application functionality and support procedures in the Knowledgebase.</li></ul>

Skills and Qualifications
<ul><li>
A Bachelor&rsquo;s degree, preferably related to computer science or equivalent.</li><li>
Working knowledge of OOP, C#, Rest APIs, .Net core, WPF, WCF and .Net framework (WPF and MSSQL are mandatory requirements)</li><li>
Minimum 3 years of experience in software development</li><li>
2+ years of production support experience in application, software or technical services disciplines.</li><li>
Good knowledge of Microsoft Azure cloud hosting and container-based solutions (Eg: Service Fabric, Azure Kubernetes)</li><li>
Experience working on RDBMS and No-SQL databases</li><li>
Knowledge of incident, problem and change management processes and a good understanding of ITIL best practices. ITIL foundation certification will be considered a plus, but not mandatory.</li><li>
Previous experience developing and supporting solutions in the supply chain, shipping and logistics domains will be considered a plus.</li><li>
Exposure to application development, integration, testing and release will be considered a plus.</li><li>
Knowledge of APM (Application Performance Monitoring) and related tool exposure will be an advantage.</li><li>
Working knowledge of Agile and DevOps methodologies</li></ul>

Other Expectations
<ul><li>
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.</li><li>
Self-starter, proactive, positive, creative, and flexible.</li><li>
Ability to learn and apply new technologies as and when required.</li><li>
Should be able to adapt quickly to changes in business requirements and work in an agile environment.</li><li>
Professional behavior at work.</li><li>
Cultural awareness within a multi-cultural corporate environment</li></ul></div>

Software Engineer- Application Support

<div>About the GAC Group
Since our beginnings in 1956, the GAC Group has been in business helping our customers by providing the best in shipping, logistics and marine services around the world. And we have the reach, resources, expertise and experience to deliver on that promise 
About the job
We are on the lookout for an experienced Senior Software Developer to join our team! If you have a passion for developing robust software solutions and have expertise in .NET, Azure, microservices and system integrations, we want to hear from you.
In this role, you will:<ul><li>
Design, build and enhance software solutions that integrate with diverse systems.</li><li>
Be part of a dynamic team that works on cutting-edge technologies and platforms.</li></ul> 
Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>
&#10004; Develop and maintain applications using .NET (C#) and modern frameworks.</li><li>
&#10004; Build and manage integrations with third-party systems, APIs and platforms.</li><li>
&#10004; Leverage Azure cloud services to create secure, scalable and high-performance solutions.</li><li>
&#10004; Design and implement microservices to enhance system performance, scalability and reliability.</li><li>
&#10004; Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver high-quality solutions.</li><li>
&#10004; Follow best practices in code quality, security and DevOps processes.</li><li>
&#10004; Troubleshoot, debug and resolve software issues to ensure smooth system functionality.</li></ul>
Requirements:<ul><li>
&#10004; 5+ years of experience with .NET (C#) development.</li><li>
&#10004; Strong expertise in integrations and REST APIs.</li><li>
&#10004; Hands-on experience with Azure services (Azure Kubernetes Service, Azure Functions, App Services, Service Bus, etc.).</li><li>
&#10004; In-depth understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systems.</li><li>
&#10004; Experience working with both SQL and NoSQL databases, optimising for performance.</li><li>
&#10004; Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes).</li><li>
&#10004; Strong problem-solving skills and a proven track record of working in an agile environment.</li><li>
&#10004; Experience with unit testing (xUnit, NUnit) to ensure high-quality code.</li><li>
&#10004; Excellent communication and teamwork skills.</li></ul>
Nice to Have:<ul><li>
&#10133; Experience with event-driven architectures (Kafka, RabbitMQ).</li><li>
&#10133; Familiarity with security best practices (OAuth, JWT).</li></ul></div>

Senior Software Developer (Dot Net)

<div>GAC is looking for a talented Senior Software Engineer - Front End with working experience on Angular with basic working knowledge of Rest APIs, Databases (Relational &amp; Non-Relational). Knowledge of React would be a plus. The candidate should be efficient in development, solution designing, troubleshooting, mentoring, and adhering to industry best practices 
Technical Requirements
<ul><li>
A bachelor&rsquo;s degree, preferably related to computer science or equivalent.</li><li>
Minimum 5 years of front-end software development experience</li><li>
Thorough understanding of Angular and its core principles.
</li><li>Experience with HTML 5, SCSS, Typescript, TailwindCSS and PrimeNG. Deep knowledge of Angular, Angular forms, RxJS and related libraries and patterns is expected.</li><li>
Good CSS skills.</li><li>
Working knowledge of RESTful APIs.</li><li>
Expert level practical knowledge of OOP and Design Patterns.</li><li>
Partner with project and other stakeholders to drive successful solutions.</li><li>
Experience on git repos and git flow branching model.</li><li>
Knowledge of Agile processes and principles as well as experience in working in Agile environments.</li><li>
Hands-on experience on Azure DevOps would be a plus.</li><li>
Mentoring junior team members, handling code reviews and pair programming as well as conducting knowledge sharing sessions</li><li>
Experience working on RDBMS and No-SQL databases.</li><li>
Ability to identify improvements in existing frameworks.</li><li>
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.</li><li>
Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate and communicate effectively across varying levels of personnel.</li><li>
Cultural awareness within a multi-cultural corporate environment.
</li></ul>Objective
<ul><li>
Design and Development: Translate user stories and mock-ups into functional and appealing web applications by using Angular and related technologies. Proactively communicate and escalate issues that might impact quality.</li><li>
Requirements Shaping: Collaborate with business analysts to refine software requirements.</li><li>
Collaboration: Work closely with the back-end development team to ensure seamless integration and efficient execution of overall project goals.</li><li>
Code Quality: Implement and promote good coding practices such as code review, testing, and continuous integration to ensure the delivery of high-quality code.</li><li>
UI/UX Advocacy: Guide the team in understanding and implementing effective UI and UX principles in all aspects of front-end development to create intuitive and engaging user experiences.</li><li>
Performance Optimisation: Monitor and improve front-end performance, ensuring the highest level of responsiveness and efficiency.</li><li>
Mentorship: Share knowledge of Angular and front-end development best practices with the team to foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement.</li><li>
Innovation: Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies, and implement any beneficial practices to drive the company's technical growth and innovation.</li></ul></div>

Senior Software Engineer- Front End

<div>GAC Abu Dhabi is seeking candidates for the position of Sales Executive - Logistics at our GT Office in Abu Dhabi. 
Job Description:

As a Sales Executive - Logistics at GAC Abu Dhabi you will play a crucial role in ensuring that our logistics sales team excels in both service quality and sales generation. You will be directly responsible for the sales and customer relations to meet and exceed set targets and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Your responsibilities will include:

1. Develop new business and maintain existing client base and develop new clients to ensure continuous growth in sales.

2. Achieve sales targets both in terms of revenue and volume to maintain high sales.

3. Follow sales strategy to grow revenue and select/target prospective customers to ensure growth.

4. Meet and achieve sales visits per day/week/month

5. Resolve problems through collaboration with the local management team on customer issues so that all problems are resolved promptly.

6. Monitor and upgrade the credit limits required by existing and new clients, so all records are up to date.

7. Maintain electronic information database &lsquo;GAC Sales&rsquo; for prospects and current customers within the territory so the database of customers is always updated.

8. Promote self-development and enhance market and competitor knowledge so that we are aware of market trends and prices.

9. Serve as a role model in upholding the GAC Code of Ethics and GAC Spirit as it is in the best interest of the company and GAC Group.

10. Any other duties requested or delegated by the manager to ensure the service level of the company is maintained. 
GAC Abu Dhabi is a leading shipping and logistics service provider with a workforce of 118 highly skilled professionals. We combine our local expertise with GAC&rsquo;s international experience to deliver outstanding service. Branch offices at Ruwais/Jebel Dhanna, Abu Dhabi International Airport and Sila Border help to provide entire coverage throughout the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. 

MISSION: &quot;GAC is a worldwide service provider dedicated to delivering integrated services to the Shipping, Logistics, Marine and related markets through an international network.&quot; 
PRODUCTS: Air Freight, Clearance &amp; Forwarding, International Moving, Land Transportation, Ocean Freight, Offshore Support, Protection and Indemnity, Ship Agency, Ship Spares Logistics, Project Logistics, Warehousing and Distribution 
Required Skills/Abilities:
<ul><li>
Excellent sales and customer relations skills with team building capacity.</li><li>
Fluency in English (verbal and written communication skills).</li><li>
Extensive knowledge of customer service procedures and principles along with proven experience in meeting sales targets.</li><li>
Organized with attention to detail.</li><li>
Ability to maintain customer relations while maintaining a professional and calm demeanor.</li><li>
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.</li></ul>

Qualifications and Experience:
<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree preferred.</li><li>
At least 3 - 5 years of sales experience required in logistics company and freight forwarding.
</li><li>Previous experience in a sales role preferred.</li></ul></div>

Logistics Sales Executive

<div>GAC is looking for a talented Quality Assurance System Tester with experience of Test Automation Frameworks to test Rest APIs, Web/HTML, Databases (Relational &amp; Non-Relational), XML files, etc. 
The ideal candidate should be proficient in developing Test Automation framework from scratch, be comfortable doing manual testing, take responsibility conducting UATs with customers, be able to troubleshoot production issues, willing to mentor other QAs and adhere to industry best practices. The role also demands coordination with both external customers and internal teams. A minimum of 5 years&rsquo; Test Automation experience is required.<ul><li> 
A Bachelor&rsquo;s degree, preferably in computer science or equivalent</li><li>
Around 5 years of professional experience of Test Automation</li><li>
Experience on web automation testing using Selenium</li><li>
Experienced building API Test Automation Frameworks from scratch</li><li>
Experience using Postman, SOAP UI, REST Assured</li><li>
Scripting and running load tests on JMeter with complex scripting and recorded tests</li><li>
Basic knowledge on SQL queries</li><li>
Basic knowledge on API security and token-based authentication oAuth 2.0, JWT</li><li>
Experience on Agile development methodology</li><li>
Preferably ISTQB certified Software Tester</li><li>
Preferably working experience on Cucumber / SpecFlow</li><li>
Agile certification would be a plus</li><li>
Testing experience of Desktop and/or Mobile applications would be a plus</li><li>
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English</li><li>
Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate and communicate effectively across varying levels of personnel</li><li>
Cultural awareness within a multi-cultural corporate environment</li><li>
Strong skills in building and maintaining relationships across IT and non-IT teams</li><li>
Proactively communicate and escalate issues that might impact quality</li></ul></div>

Quality Assurance System Tester

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