Public Relations Officer

Job description / Role

Public Relations Officer - FAMCO - Oman

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 - Oman serves these industries with world-class brands like SUNWIN Buses, Doosan Portable compressors, Merlo, Ingersoll Rand, Linde, Yanmar, Himoinsa, Stanley Proto, Fenner, Bruynzeel, Mobel Linea, Meco, Bott, Stertil, Hart & Nassau.

The company's development and success has been based on an in-depth understanding of customer needs and the dedication of its skilled staff.The main focus of this role is to effectivelywork with Public/Government deparments for matters relating to employee registration and deregistration, vehicle registration, ROP issues and any court and municipality requirements. Also to developing relationships within the appropriate Government, ROP and external authorities to support thesmooth running of the business.

The main responsibilities will include (but not be limited to):
* To work closely with all departments within the business to ensure all documents are submitted in a timely manner and records maintained
* To support the business by working closely with the labour courts and othergovernment offices
* Support the business in Trade License applications, applications to various ministries and other agencies
* Follow up on the documents submitted and advise the feedback
* Update the business of the changes, if any, in labour laws, immigration rules, etc
* Meet and greet the new joinees andassist in their induction
* Support in the cancellation of staff
* Maintain proper details of expenses through smart card, cash, etc
* Carry out all registration and renewal activities with regard to signboard, agencies, etc

Requirements

* Minimum 6 years experience in a similar position
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to navigate, diplomatically influence, and work effectively with clients
* Excellent planning and organizing
* Strong problem solving
* Relationship Building
* Team player across all business functions

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.