OD & Workforce Specialist

Job description / Role

Job Summary and Purpose:
Handle all activities related to the different Organizational Development initiatives, in terms of reviewing and updating organization structure, job description, and competency framework. As well as ensure the proper allocations of resources by defining current and future manpower needs to meet Qatar Shipyard Technology Solutions strategic goals.

Key Accountabilities:

Organizational Development & Job Design:
• Handle and implement the organization development initiatives while working closely with the various Divisions/Departments across Qatar Shipyard Technology Solutions.
• Advice management on change and 01ganizationaI development requirements in order to meet the business objectives of Qatar Shipyard Technology Solutions and based on clear analysis and benchmarks with other leading Oil and Gas shipping companies.
• Develop, review and update job descriptions in coordination with Qatar Shipyard Technology Solution’s different Divisions/Departments, using the appropriate tools, which include interviews, questionnaires, job analysis, etc., to ensure that all job descriptions are accurate.
• Define and update the behavioral and technical competencies in addition to their respective proficiency levels that are required to perform the various jobs effectively in coordination with the appropriate stakeholders.
• Coordinate with the different functions within Qatar Shipyard Technology Solutions in order to ensure that the competency framework is still relevant and make necessary adjustments when necessary.
• Coordinate with the Learning and Development section in the development of the competency matrices and performance management system and ensure that competencies are properly linked to the performance management system.

Workforce/ Manpower Planning:
• Work closely with the various Divisions/Departments across Qatar Shipyard Technology Solutions to gain a deep understanding of their workforce needs in line with the organization's strategic goals,
• Advice management on workforce requirements to meet the business objectives and based on analysis and benchmarks with other leading peer 01'ganizations.
• Provide guidance and support to all Divisions and Departments in areas related manpower planning, and provide solutions and recommendations as needed.
• Analyze and review requests related to changes in the approved manpower plans and get all required information and justifications to seek approval/decision for the top management.
• Develop manpower budgets in coordination with the Finance function and submit manpower plans and budget to the senior management for endorsement while ensuring compliance with overall HR policies and procedures.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources Management or any other related field
• A certification in a relevant discipline from an accredited institution is a plus (e.g., CIPD, PHR, and SPHR).

Experience:
• 5-7 years of related experience of which a minimum of 3-5 years should be in a similar position / responsibility.
• Previous experience in the Oil & Gas industry and regional experience is preferred.

Job Specific Skills:
• Extensive knowledge of organizational development principles and best practices
• Working knowledge of HRM-ERP systems, preferably SAP
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Proficiency in statistical analysis and data visualization tools (e.g., Excel, Tableau, Python, or R).
• Strong project management skills to oversee the implementation of workforce planning initiatives.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on aligning workforce strategies with organizational goals.

About the Company

Qatar Gas Transport Company Ltd. (known as Nakilat, which means carriers in Arabic) is a Qatari-listed shipping company established by the State of Qatar to own, operate and manage LNG vessels and to provide shipping and marine-related services to a range of participants within the Qatari hydrocarbon sector. Nakilat is an integral component of the supply chain of some of the largest, most advanced energy projects in the world undertaken by Qatar Petroleum, Qatargas, RasGas and their joint venture partners for the State of Qatar.

Nakilat was established in 2004 and is a joint stock company owned 50% by its founding shareholders and 50% by the public. Nakilat owns 54 LNG vessels, making it the largest LNG ship owner in the world. Our fleet of vessels transport LNG produced from Qatars North Field, the worlds largest non-associated gas field with approximately 15% of the worlds total proven reserves to global markets. These vessels, ordered from Korean shipyards, incorporate the latest technology for safe, reliable and cost-effective transportation of LNG.