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Shiela Otadoy Senior HR Specialist

United Arab of Emirates

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A Human Resources (HR) expert with 12+ years of impressive track record in proffering Human Resource solutions in areas including, but not limited to, talent maximization, recruitment, employee relationship, performance management, manpower planning, process improvement & change implementation across the Oil & Gas & Construction sector.
Proficient in building human capital capability, strong talent pools to drive growth and continuous improvement. Developing, implementing and executing successful strategies leading to effective HR Operational excellence and improved work ethic, culture & performance.
Certified Six Sigma Green Belt professional, fostering six sigma culture, initiating strategic and tactical performance enhancement whilst drives process improvement initiatives.

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
Weatherford Drilling International, Dubai UAE. is one of the world’s largest multinational oil & natural gas service companies. It operates in more than 100 countries across the globe.
 Proffered strategic thought leadership on matters including Mobility, Talent Management, Organizational Development, Change Management, Workforce Planning, Diversity, & Employee/ Labor Relations.
 Served as a bridge between management and employees, fostered Human Resources Communications & advocated for employees on Human Resources related issues/grievances.
 Superintended, coached and mentored Country HR personnel to ensure consistency across Algeria, Oman, Pakistan, Kuwait, North Iraq, South Iraq, Saudi, India, Kenya, Chad, Bangladesh & UAE operations.
 Endeavoured to enhance internal processes within an organization, reviewed/ re-engineered existing program including procedures, systems and applications to streamline, eliminate error and reduce costs.
 Exhibited excellence in leading a complex, high volume global recruitment function while maintaining legal compliance with labour laws and regulation. Liaised with WDI Global Recruitment on recruitment of new hires across Algeria, Oman, Pakistan, Kuwait, North Iraq, South Iraq, Saudi, India, Kenya, Chad, Bangladesh & UAE operations.
 Championed employee lifecycle process from mobilization, onboarding, probationary periods, performance management, employee relations, compensation & benefits, through to the leaver’s process.
 Recommended new/revised policy & procedures to ensure compliance and effectiveness of mobilization process. Generated process flow-charts, maintained up-to-date documentation, communicated and interpreted policy with employees & vendors, research best practices.
KCA Deutag Drilling GmbH, JAFZA, UAE., it is one of the world’s leading drilling and engineering contractors.
 Acted HR representative within the business unit of Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Gabon Operations. Propagated key HR policies, changes and also relayed employee and management comments to BU and HR management for appropriate action.
Bin Zayed Group of Companies, Dubai, UAE. Has footprint across diverse sectors including Construction, Real Estate, Joinery, Aluminium, Medicine, IT, Building Materials, Hotel Apartment, Research, Electro Mechanical, Trading and Project Management
 Designed high-performing strategies and executable solutions in alignment to wider BZG HR strategy, supported organizational design, performance management, recruitment, compensation & employee engagement to facilitated achievement of business objectives.
 Recognized for securing and retaining a qualified and diverse workforce capable of meeting the evolving needs of the organization.
 Coordinated with PRO for associated matters pertaining to Labor Ministry, Immigration, Ministry of Health & Government Authorities. Ensure prompt issuance of labor & health cards.
 Generated quarterly Audit Report and reconciliation for Labor Ministry.
OVERVIEW OF KEY EXPERTISE DOMAINS
HR Management
 Driving elements of the Talent Management Strategy including Talent Acquisition, On boarding, Performance Management, Development, Succession Planning and Retention.
 Providing a full suite of strategic HR support, oversaw development and implementation of critical people initiatives to drive and support the corporate functions’ strategies and operate in alignment with the company values.
 Analysed employment data to provide insight to decision-makers. Evaluated positions and provided recommendations of salary.
Six Sigma Champion
 Facilitated organizational design and change processes. Provided guidance in driving change/ enhancement initiatives.
 Fostered Six Sigma Culture, changed an organization’s culture to one that is more data-driven, proactive, decisive, and customer-oriented.
HR Operations Excellence
 Provided sturdy, business-focused HR strategic leadership and operational management in alignment with global Human Resources. Efficaciously handled process for termination, resignation, absconding & overstay employees.
 Served as the candidate’s primary point of contact from Pre-Employment through the on Boarding stage.
 Updated HRMS (PeopleSoft) for personnel status such as new hires / rehires, pay rate change, promotions, transfers, demotions, employee contact details and other HR related issues.
 Delivered solutions in key areas including training and development. Partnered with training department in regards to new hire training before he starts working in the rig. Ensured all personnel training certifications (IWCF/IADC, ACLS/BLS, 6G etc.) are all up to date.
 Ensured Organizational structure documentations are regularly updated including organization chart, JDs, responsibilities and authorities’ matrix. Oversaw all WDI mobility stages according to Weatherford policy including pre-deployment medical examinations, immunizations, background screening, relocation & destination services and repatriation.
 Collated monthly statements for online E-wallet applications for entry permit, residence, visa permit, visa extensions and UAE Immigration related online applications.
Employee Relations
 Tactical and people oriented, driving employee engagement and retention by ensuring great employee experience as well as working with managers and leaders to identify and address employee opportunities and issues.
 Proven ability to interact effectively with people of diverse nationalities and comfortable working in a multi-cultural set-up.

PROFESSIONAL HISTORY:
Senior HR Specialist February 2010 – Present
Weatherford Drilling International, Dubai UAE

International HR Coordinator February 2008 – April 2009
KCA Deutag Drilling GmbH, JAFZA, UAE

HR Officer August 2005 – February 2008
Bin Zayed Group of Companies, Dubai, UAE