Operator Trainer – FAMCO

Job description / Role

FAMCO (Al-Futtaim Auto & Machinery Co.) is a market leading supplier of products & services to a diverse range of industries & commercial undertakings covering the transportation, construction, manufacturing, warehousing, oil & gas and marine sectors. FAMCO serves these industries with world-class brands like Volvo Trucks, Volvo Buses, Volvo Construction Equipment, Merlo, Ingersoll Rand, Linde, Dexion, Yanmar, Himoinsa, Stanley Proto, Fenner, Bruynzeel, Mobel Linea, Meco, Bott, Stertil, Hart & Nassau.

FAMCO has operations in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Ras Al Khaimah and in December 2011, FAMCO acquired the Volvo Construction Equipment distributor for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (Al Rehab) and now operates with 5 branches across the Kingdom. The company's development and success has been based on an in-depth understanding of customer needs and the dedication of its skilled staff.

FAMCO is committed to providing outstanding second-to-none service levels to customers and to maintaining quality, safety and environmental standards at the highest possible levels. FAMCO is an ISO 9001:2008 & ISO 14001:2004 certified company.

We are currently looking to hire a Operator Trainer to join our Famco operations in Saudi Arabia.

This position requires responsibility for training operators on the Heavy Construction Equipment and reports to the Sales Support Coordinator.

Main Objectives

* Assumes responsibility for on-site equipment operation training
* Imparts operation based training in Branch and at customer site to the operators at the time of delivery and also as and when required
* Is the divisional focal point for all operator trainings

Duties and Responsibilities include but not limited to:

* Provide on-the-job training to new operators on heavy construction equipments such as articulated haulers, wheel loaders, hydraulic excavators, backhoe loaders and motor graders
* Imparts operator trainings to new operators as and when there is a new sale or if there is a general requirement
* Imparts knowledge of safe working procedures to the operators
* Disseminates trainings received from Principals to other operators
* Effectively communicate valuable client feedback to the Manager
* Adheres to all company policies, procedures and business ethics codes

Requirements

The selected candidates will have the following qualifications,skillls and attributes:

* Diploma in Operator Training (or a similar field)
* 5-7 years of experience in Heavy Machinery/Equipment operation.
* Able to speak Arabic
* Preferably certified operator trainer with good communication ability with customers
* Exhibit good personal character, commitment, and work habits

About the Company

Established in the 1930's, the Al-Futtaim Group initially operated as a trading enterprise. Rapid development throughout the 1940's and 50's saw it establish itself regionally as an integrated commercial, industrial and services organisation, positioning itself one of the leading business houses in the lower Gulf region. Today, it operates collectively over 40 companies bearing the Al-Futtaim name, dominates many market segments in the UAE, and has expanded its sphere of operation to include Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman and Egypt.

The Group comprises a diverse range of strategically positioned operating subsidiaries and associate companies, structured to give the Al-Futtaim Group the flexibility and versatility to keep ahead of local competition while keeping pace with the ever-evolving global business scenario. The Groups continued investment in world-class systems technology is clear evidence of its commitment to maintain leading edge performance and service delivery.

The success of the Al-Futtaim Group can be attributed to a business approach that combines the ability to change with the traditional values of integrity, service and social responsibility that define its core business philosophy. This, linked with the Groups belief in decentralisation, gives the heads of the operating companies a high degree of functional autonomy and authority, providing the Group with essential flexibility, and individual employees a clearly defined work culture and sense of responsibility.