Senior Substation Engineer
WSP | Parsons Brinckerhoff
Doha, Qatar
The Role
#LetsTalkAbout… your Career at WSP | Parsons Brinckerhoff. WSP |Parsons Brinckerhoff is looking to recruit Substation Engineers for our Power Transmission projects in Qatar. The candidate shall be responsible for - Installation, testing and commissioning of substation equipment such as HV, MV and LV switchgear, Transformers, Reactors, capacitor banks, DC system, UPS system, Lighting and small power and earthing system. - Preparation and review of site Test procedures - Controlling the procedures of works to comply with the tender specifications and general contract conditions for substation equipment such as HV, MV and LV switchgear, Transformers, Reactors, , capacitor banks, DC system, UPS System, Lighting and small power, earthing system. - Checking for prerequisites for start of substation equipment installation and testing works. - Supervision of substation equipment typical installation works. - Inspection and testing of substation equipment. - Arranging and maintaining site test reports by contractor that are witnessed at site. - Reporting all non-conformities at site to contractor and informing client accordingly
Requirements
We would like to hear from degree qualified Electrical Engineers with minimum 10 years of substation experience in major Power transmission works. You’ll be joining a diverse group of individuals including engineers, scientists, technicians, consultants and academics, who work together to provide the most effective and sustainable solutions for our clients. As one of the ‘Top 20 Companies to Work For in the UAE’, we offer a supportive team based environment, continued training and development, flexible working arrangements and rewarding career opportunities. If you want to find out more, #LetsTalk
About the Company
WSP | Parsons Brinckerhoff is one of the world\'s leading engineering professional services consulting firms. We bring together a unique pool of technical experts and strategic advisors including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors and environmental specialists, as well as other design, program and construction management professionals. The depth of our expertise and advice spans across the Property & Buildings, Transportation & Infrastructure, Environment, Industry, Resources (including Mining and Oil & Gas) and Power & Energy sectors as well as project delivery and strategic consulting services. With approximately 36,500 talented people in 500 offices across 40 countries, we are uniquely positioned to deliver successful and sustainable projects, wherever our clients need us.
VAT Senior Manager
Ernst & Young
Muscat, Oman
The Role
We are looking for an experienced indirect tax advisor to join our team based in Muscat (Oman) to help drive the indirect tax practice forward. Our indirect tax professionals help clients identify opportunities and mitigate indirect tax risks. They use their deep sector experience and knowledge of different legal and regulatory systems around the world to help clients meet their compliance obligations as well as achieve their business goals and provide pragmatic commercial help so clients improve their day-to-day compliance with indirect tax obligations. This includes improving working capital, reducing errors, reducing costs and ensuring indirect taxes are handled correctly. They advise how indirect taxes such as value added tax (VAT) and customs duty impinge on the client’s global supply chain and financial and accounting systems. Job purpose: To contribute to the efficient and successful delivery of indirect tax services to the client Your client responsibilities • Build and maintain tax relationships with clients and provide high levels of client service • Build relationships both within the firm and externally with clients, identifying opportunities and managing expectations • Manage the successful delivery of tax projects, ensuring technical excellence and practical/business driven approach taken • Responsible for day-to-day delivery of client liaison • Key member of one of the client service groups providing full tax services to a client portfolio Your technical responsibilities • To build a deep understanding of the Gulf Corporation Council (“GCC”) Customs Law and its practical application across the GCC member states • To understand and apply the regional Free Trade Agreements • To understand and apply key customs concepts such as valuation, classification and origin • To identify and discuss VAT considerations for clients to be aware of in their outbound investments • To engage with colleagues in overseas offices to deliver VAT advice in respect of global jurisdictions • To prepare for the potential introduction of VAT in the GCC and to discuss with clients how this may impact them • To work with internal teams to provide indirect tax expertise for audit and transaction projects Your people responsibilities • Team player; ability to integrate with new teams quickly • Outgoing with good relationship skills and the ability to deliver quality output
Requirements
• An indirect tax consultant/advisor for two to three years. • Experience working for a Big 4 accounting firm is preferred. However, we will consider candidates with from law firms or with relevant industry experience. Skills • Ability to build strong client relationships • Excellent communicator in range of situations in both written and oral English • Ability to identify areas of risk, carry out an effective review and know when to refer upwards • Client focused and commercially aware • Team player with ability to build effective relationships at all levels • Project management skills, plan and prioritise work, meet deadlines, monitor own budget • Ability to solve problems creatively and pragmatically • Arabic language skills considered an advantage but not necessary Additional qualifications (certifications and/or licences if applicable) • ACA/CA/ Law qualification / CTA (or equivalent tax qualification)
About the Company
EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transactions and advisory services. Our 167,000 people are united by our shared values, which inspire our people worldwide and guide them to do the right thing, and our commitment to quality, which is embedded in who we are and everything we do.
EY is committed to doing its part in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.
Brand Merchandising Manager - H&M
Alshaya
Kuwait
The Role
Brand Merchandising Manager - H&M - Kuwait As Brand Merchandising Manager for H&M Kuwait, you will be accountable for ensuring the brand is appropriately represented within the market and championed effectively. Through building the annual business plan and ongoing reporting and re-forecasting, you will have responsibility for ensuring delivery on merchandise planning, driving sales strategy and achieving standards agreed by the host brand. In addition, you will participate in business improvement projects to ensure brand requirements are represented in all business-wide initiatives and systems. This role requires a commercially driven leader with retail merchandising and team management experience. You will be required to deliver a clear, consistent and systematic approach to merchandising, forward planning, stock management, treasury/exchange rate review and other key analyses whilst ensuring correct and informed trading decisions. Additionally, you must be able to assimilate business-critical retrospective and forward information to key weekly parameters and deadlines. Keen decision-making skills will be vital as you take full responsibility for merchandise planning, Open to Buy management, allocations, replenishments, and supply chain management. About the Brand: Founded in Sweden in 1947, H&M has grown through offering fashion and quality at the best price to over 3,000 stores in 53 markets today, making it a truly global fashion company. H&M's presence can be felt on the high streets of Europe, Asia, North America, Middle East & North Africa. The MENA region currently covers 10 countries and 83 stores and is still growing. H&M is an ever evolving brand that offers a broad and varied range of fashions for the entire family. Our collections are extensive with new items arriving in store everyday offering our customers change and choice every time they visit. This is an exciting and fast paced environment requiring energetic individuals with a passion for fashion and customer service.
Requirements
This position is ideal for a Senior Merchandiser with 3 or more years of retail merchandise experience in a PLC (or successful private company) who is looking to gain or expand upon their international retail merchandising experience in a diverse and growing market with one of the Middle East's leading retailers.
About the Company
M.H. Alshaya Co. is a leading international franchise operator for over 70 of the worlds most recognised retail brands including Starbucks, H&M, Mothercare, Debenhams, American Eagle Outfitters, P.F. Changs, The Cheesecake Factory, Victorias Secret, Boots, Pottery Barn and KidZania. The company operates over 2,800 stores across diverse customer sectors: Fashion & Footwear, Health & Beauty, Food, Optics, Pharmacy, Home Furnishings and Leisure & Entertainment.
Alshayas stores can be found in markets across the Middle East and North Africa, Russia, Turkey and Europe and the company employs more than 44,000 people from over 110 nationalities.
The company has established itself as the industry leader across these territories through a combination of local market understanding and a comprehensive commitment to customer service. Growth in each of its operating divisions and brands is supported by continuous investment in talent and infrastructure. It applies best practices in retail operations, merchandising, marketing, information technology, logistics, real estate, human resources and financial controls.
M.H. Alshaya Co. is the retail business of the Alshaya Group, which was founded in Kuwait in 1890 and today represents one of the most dynamic companies in the Middle East. In addition to its retail operations, the Alshaya Group is active in a number of other sectors including real estate, automotive, hotels, trading and investments.