DP World

DP World is one of the largest marine terminal operators in the world, with 49 terminals and 12 new developments across 31 countries.  Its dedicated, experienced and professional team of nearly 30,000 people serves customers in some of the most dynamic economies in the world. 

DP World aims to enhance customers' supply chain efficiency by effectively managing container, bulk and other terminal cargo. 

The company constantly invests in terminal infrastructure, facilities and people, working closely with customers and business partners to provide quality services today and tomorrow, when and where customers need them.

In taking this customer-centric approach, DP World is building on the established relationships and superior level of service demonstrated at its flagship Jebel Ali facility in Dubai, which has been voted "Best Seaport in the Middle East" for 15 consecutive years.

In 2008, DP World handled more than 46.8 million TEU (twenty-foot equivalent container units) across its portfolio from the Americas to Asia - an increase of 8% on 2007. With a pipeline of expansion and development projects in key growth markets, including India, China and the Middle East, capacity is expected to rise to around 95 million TEU over the next ten years. 

This position reports to DEPARTMENTAL MANAGER and the main purpose of the role is to learn and understand the various functions in HR namely recruitment , training, administration, payroll,  employee relations and compensation and benefits through structured training and development plan

Key accountabilities will include: 

• To obtain an understanding of DP World, the mission and values and contribute towards departmental goals and objectives.

• To understand the recruitment function by participating in the recruitment process namely advertising, short listing, interviewing and selecting candidates to meet operational requirements.

• To learn  HR general administration procedures namely Leave Processing, Medical and Insurance Claim Processing, Visa Processing, Passport Renewals, Issue of Identity Cards, Medical Cards, Air Travel Entitlements, payroll and related benefits.

• To gain sufficient knowledge of the Talent Management -  Development/Performance Management function in relation to training need analysis, various training programs, workshops and training institutes.

• To understand the duties and responsibilities in relation to employee relations by assisting in employee grievance, employee satisfaction survey and other related functions.

• To obtain an understanding of compensation and benefits related activities namely job analysis, job evaluation, salary increments, promotions and review of performance appraisals.

• To display punctuality by reporting to work on time and maintaining daily attendance.

• To develop key competencies namely teamwork, flexibility, creativity, commitment and innovation to effectively meet learning objectives.

• To complete learning logs for performance review and identification of additional training.

The graduate trainee will be required to show keen interest in understanding the functions of the department. He/she will also be required to follow health, safety, security and quality procedures of DP World in his training procedure.

In order to give credible support to the organisation and be successful in this role, the ideal candidate will have the following experience, skills and qualifications:

Qualifications

•   University graduate in any discipline

We are committed to the development of our people and aim to retain talent by investing in ongoing training to improve performance and provide career development opportunities.  In addition, we offer competitive base salaries in comparison to the markets in which we operate.  The employment benefits package is reflective of the location, for this position the benefits consists of:

• Accommodation Allowance
• Transport Allowance  
• Annual Air Ticket(s) for self / and dependents
• International / Private / Government Medical Coverage
• 27 working days annual leave 
• Annual Performance Related Bonus 
• Pension Contribution (UAE nationals)