About the Role
This position involves leading the implementation and management of inspection, compliance, and enforcement activities across assigned operating areas. The individual will translate approved priorities into actionable annual plans, resource deployment, and performance expectations, ensuring effective delivery of inspections.
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Key Responsibilities
- Lead the implementation of the approved Inspection strategy and manage effective delivery of inspection, compliance, and enforcement activities.
- Develop and periodically review risk-based inspection plans, considering regulatory requirements, operational risk intelligence, reported violations, and emerging concerns; recommend material changes to priorities to the Vice President as necessary.
- Manage regulatory inspection and compliance assurance across Free Zone and Mainland companies, interpreting applicable regulations and laws while applying the approved enforcement framework.
- Assess and resolve significant violations and complex inspection cases by evaluating evidence and determining corrective or enforcement actions; escalate serious matters as required.
- Exercise delegated decision-making authority for critical inspection cases involving financial penalties up to AED 250,000, ensuring decisions are evidence-based and accurately documented.
- Lead, coach, and develop the Inspection team, establishing clear functional objectives and performance expectations while promoting high-quality regulatory judgement.
- Act as the principal operational interface for inspection matters with internal stakeholders, customers, and relevant authorities; coordinate resolutions of complex matters and escalate issues when needed.
- Monitor functional inspection KPIs, compliance trends, and recurring violation data; identify systemic issues and implement corrective actions while providing management with timely analysis.
- Drive continuous improvement of Inspection policies, procedures, systems, and processes; recommend and implement enhancements to improve compliance, productivity, and customer experience.
- Manage the operational controls of the Inspection function, safeguarding regulatory, operational, financial, and reputational interests, including addressing material risks and violations.
- Undertake additional responsibilities as assigned by the Vice President - Workforce Affairs & Inspection.
Requirements
- Proven track record in regulatory compliance, inspections, or a related field.
- Strong understanding of JAFZA and NIP regulations and local laws.
- Excellent decision-making abilities, particularly in complex and high-stakes situations.
- Strong leadership skills with experience in coaching and developing teams.
- Ability to interpret regulatory requirements and apply them effectively in practice.
- Strong analytical skills to monitor inspection KPIs and compliance trends.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively liaise with various stakeholders.
Benefits
- Opportunity to work in a diverse and professional team across a global organization.
- Engage in the transformation and integration of innovative supply chain solutions.
- Contribute to shaping the future of trade through strategic initiatives and operational excellence.
Contract and Travel Details
- Full-time position with potential requirements for travel as needed to support inspection activities across operating areas.
