1. JOB PURPOSE:

Responsible for the indepenent quality assurance of assessment decisions for programs offered within ATA program , inline with internal Q. A. procedures and external bodies, such as NQC and OPITO assessment policies and practices.

Deliver technical trainings as per their discipline to support the development of AGC Employees and growth objectives through new initivities in their area of expertise. Working independently he must maintain high levels of professionalism throughout his work.

2. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• ensure the quality and consistency of assessment decisions made by the Assessors.
• ensure that the assessment processes comply with required quality assurance systems.
• provide feedback to Assessors on the judgements they have made about Candidates' competence.
• fully understand the content of, and the assessment requirements for, the Standard(s) for which they have responsibility for verifying.
• internally verify assessments as per verification bodies requirements Assessors and Candidates - including interim verification.
• provide feedback, advice, and support to Assessors.
• comply with the internal verification processes and quality procedures for the Standard(s).
• maintain records of internal verification activities for the Standard(s).
• conduct and/or participate in standardization activities to ensure a consistent approach to assessment is maintained.
• participate in, and support, their organization's internal quality systems and ensure that any corrective actions and recommendations required following internal audits are carried out in a timely manner.

• Ensure effective quality control and continuous improvement in all aspects of this post in keeping with existing policies and developing quality assurance systems;
• Train AGC employees as qualified assessors.
• Ensure alignment of ADNOC skill profiles with NQC Porfolio's.
• Lead / Support delivery of short courses as per the requirement.
• Develop and update training materials and other learning resources in line with learning objectives.
• Ensure that courses are conducted according to the technical requirements and safety precautions in force.
• Support business growth objectives by attending internal and external events to promote availability of trainings.
• Prepare promotional materials to highlight current training offerings.
• Support growth area with new initiaves to expand (Business Case with profit projections, mapping exercises etc).
• Maintain the currency of their skills and must participate in regular updates / training / Continuous Professional Development (CPD) activities.
• Perform other related duties at ADNOC sites as required

Generic Accountabilities:

Operational Plans

• Develop consistent and realistic long and short-term operational plans for the Department in line with the Division objectives and manage the implementation of the approved long and short term plans and ensure they are effectively converted into its performance objectives to realise the Division Objectives and established service levels.

Budgets and Operational Plans

• Contribute to the development of the Department annual budget in line with the Division's business objectives and operational plans ensuring that adequate funding provision is made for all Department activities.
• Monitor expenditure against approved Department budget on a regular basis; investigate, highlight and reconcile any significant variances to ensure effective performance and cost control.

Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures

• Develop and implement appropriate Department policies, processes, systems, standards, procedures and internal controls, Company guidelines in order to support execution of the Division's work programs in line with Company and International standards.

Performance Management

• Contribute to the development of the Division's KPI's and ensure proper cascade of the Performance objectives within the Department and establish monitoring mechanisms to ensure delivery of these objectives and promote a performance driven culture.

• Manage the implementation of the Company Performance Management System for individuals within the Department in accordance with Company approved guidelines.

People Development

• Develop knowledge, competencies and innovative spirit in the Department and support the establishment of Personal Development Plans (PDP's), Succession Planning and Talent pipeline within the Department in coordination with the Human Capability Group to continuously develop employees with emphasis on UAE Nationals to meet Emiratization targets.

Organisation Structure and Development

• Review, develop and recommend the appropriate organisation structure for the Department that will best utilise human capital while proactively incorporating sustainability into the on-going work practices to meet the business objectives.

Risk Management

• Contribute and support establishment of a Corporate Integrated Risk Management System within the Department, while identifying and assessing relevant domain risks and implement measures to manage and mitigate all identified risks within the Department.

• Communicate corporate business ethics and Company's Code of Conduct to employees within the Department and ensure compliance to the Corporate Policies and guidelines.

Innovation and Continuous Improvement

• Promote an organisation culture that encourages innovation, enhances employee motivation and supports initiatives for implementation of Change Management to continuously improve the Department operations and services.

Health, Safety, Environment (HSE) and Sustainability

• Support the institution and implementation of an HSE culture and ensure compliance with relevant HSE policies, procedures, systems & controls and applicable legislation and sustainability guidelines across the Department in line with international standards, best practices and ADNOC Code of Practices.

• Ensure adequate HSE training and induction for all Department employees to meet HSE standards.

Management Information Systems (MIS) and Reports

• Ensure that all Department MIS and progress reports are prepared to provide accurate and timely reports and necessary information to Company Management to effectively manage the business.

3. COMMUNICATIONS & WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

Internal

• Attend meetings with Section Head, Staff and Department Head to ensure follow-up and permanent evaluation.

External

• Liaise with ADNOC HQ & AGC' training entities to elaborate competency gaps and recommend training solutions taking into account all site specifics.
• Liase with external entities for any training or verification services required.

4. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

Minimum Qualification

• BEng, or Equivalent in relevant subject area plus a internationally recognised Verifier & Assessor qualification.
• A background in vocational education is not a must but will be a plus.

IVs must be competent and qualified to carry out the verification process - they must meet the following minimum requirements:

• Have sufficient occupational expertise in the broad discipline area covered by the relevant Standard(s) to permit valid judgements about assessments and appeal decisions - typically this would be demonstrated by the Internal Verifier having worked at either operational or supervisory level in the broad discipline area.
• Hold a recognized IVs qualification and be operating to the requirements of the current Standards for trained IVs. (e.g., L&D11, V1, D34) and be operating to the requirements of the current Standards for trained Internal Verifiers

Minimum Experience, Knowledge & Skills

• Ten years hands-on experience, in the oil and gas or petrochemical industry and 6 years assessment / Verifier experience and technical training experience in a vocational training context.
• High level of proficiency in English with good computer skills.

Professional Certifications

• Certififed International assessor & verifier qualification.

5. TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• In-depth knowledge of Oil & Gas activities and understanding of the requirements and constraints of each of the activities
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of Operations & Maintenance activities
• In deph knowledge of Verification / Assessment development & procedures.
• Leadership & management
• Strong writing & communication competencies
• Highly organized, motivated and flexible
• Ability to investigate and resolve problems
• Strong convincing skills and good human contact

6. BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to build trust and integrity
• Self-starter with strong leadership skills
• Able to maintain continuous improvement
• Adaptable to change and able to respond with creative solutions
• Conscientious and customer focused
• Able to use own initiative and make decisions when required
• Deliver and maintain 100% performance
• Listening skills
• Mutual support
• Cross-functionality

9. WORK CONDITION:

Physical Effort

Work Environment

• Attending worshops on site and travelling to different sites.

• Mainly office & preparing required documents.