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About the Role

Akkar is seeking an experienced and commercially focused Laboratory Manager to lead an established Construction Materials Testing (CMT) laboratory operation in Saudi Arabia. This role is responsible for the commercial performance, client relationships, technical delivery, and growth of the laboratory. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of CMT principles, a proactive business-building mindset, and the ability to lead teams, enhance performance, and identify new opportunities within the sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of a Construction Materials Testing (CMT) laboratory.
• Drive the commercial performance and profitability of laboratory services.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring high satisfaction levels.
• Oversee and ensure the accurate and timely technical delivery of all testing activities.
• Identify and pursue opportunities for business growth and service expansion.
• Supervise testing across disciplines including soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, geotechnical analysis, and mix design.
• Uphold and enforce stringent quality control measures within the laboratory.
• Ensure a safe working environment and adherence to all health and safety regulations.
• Maintain compliance with ISO/IEC 17025 standards and other relevant accreditation requirements.
• Lead, mentor, and develop laboratory teams to enhance their performance and capabilities.
• Implement strategies for improving overall laboratory performance and efficiency.
• Manage operational changes and lead initiatives for service enhancement.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in Construction Materials Testing (CMT), materials testing, or laboratory operations.
• Proven experience in leading and managing teams effectively.
• Demonstrated experience in managing and nurturing client relationships.
• A strong background in roads, infrastructure, construction materials, or related testing environments.
• A track record of successfully improving operational performance, growing services, or leading significant operational change.

Required Skills

• Expertise in Construction Materials Testing (CMT) and general materials testing.
• Proficiency in laboratory operations management.
• Strong team leadership and development capabilities.
• Excellent client relationship management skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge of ASTM, AASHTO, BS/EN standards, and ISO 17025.
• Experience within the roads and infrastructure sectors.
• Familiarity with construction materials and testing environments.
• Proven ability in performance improvement initiatives.
• Skills in service growth and business development.
• Capability in leading operational change and transformation.

Work Location and Type

This is a full-time position. The laboratory is located in Saudi Arabia, with specific sites in Dammam, Tabuk, Rabigh, Jazan, and Abqaiq.

About the Role

Accenture Middle East is seeking a Security Delivery Consultant to join its team. Accenture is a global professional services company focused on digital transformation, operations optimization, and revenue growth acceleration for businesses, governments, and organizations. With a presence in over 120 countries, Accenture leverages technology, cloud, data, and AI, combined with industry expertise, to deliver value at scale. Accenture Security specializes in innovative security solutions encompassing risk strategy, digital identity, cyber defense, application security, and managed services, utilizing advanced technology to address cyber threats.

In this role, the Security Delivery Consultant will be instrumental in architecting, deploying, and maintaining critical security platforms. A key focus will be on ensuring robust vulnerability management and threat intelligence processes, contributing significantly to the security posture of clients within the Saudi Arabian market. The position is based in Riyadh, Jazan, Saudi Arabia, and is a full-time role.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect, deploy, and maintain ******* environments, including Nessus scanners, agents, and connectors, across both IT and OT/ICS segments.
• Manage scan policies, schedules, credentials, and scanner zones to ensure comprehensive coverage.
• Integrate Tenable with CMDB, ticketing systems (ServiceNow / Jira), and SIEM platforms.
• Ensure scanner health, manage plugin updates, license compliance, and perform capacity planning, including owning upgrade and patch cycles.
• Define and enforce the end-to-end vulnerability management process, encompassing discovery, identification, risk scoring, SLA assignment, remediation, verification, and exception handling.
• Apply risk-based prioritization using CVSS, EPSS, VPR (Tenable Vulnerability Priority Rating), asset criticality, and threat intelligence feeds.
• Drive remediation efforts through collaboration with system owners, providing clear guidance, and tracking SLA adherence via dashboards.
• Develop, maintain, and review vulnerability management policy, standards, and procedures documentation.
• Administer the NDR (Endpoint Detection and Response) Darktrace platform.
• Develop and manage NDR policies.
• Integrate NDR with SIEM and other security tools.
• Fine-tune NDR detection models, adjust sensitivity, and reduce false positives.
• Monitor NDR appliance health, sensor connectivity, and ensure continuous visibility across the network.
• Apply NDR updates, manage configuration changes, and ensure alignment with security policies.
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the ThreatQ Threat Intelligence Platform (TIP), including data ingestion, enrichment, and workflow configuration.
• Configure and maintain integrations with threat intelligence feeds.
• Apply scoring models, enrichment rules, and prioritization logic to surface high-value intelligence.
• Build and optimize automated workflows within the TIP.
• Maintain integrations of the TIP with SIEM, security controls, or other platforms.

Qualifications and Experience

• 5-10 years of hands-on experience in information security.
• At least 3 years of experience specifically focused on vulnerability management.
• A minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience administering ******* is mandatory.
• Solid understanding of common vulnerability classes, including OWASP Top 10, CWE Top 25, and the CVE ecosystem.
• Familiarity with patch management workflows.
• Hands-on experience in administering the NDR Darktrace platform is recommended.
• Hands-on experience in administering the ThreatQ Threat Intelligence Platform (TIP) is recommended.

Required Skills

• *******
• Nessus scanners
• CMDB
• ServiceNow
• Jira
• SIEM
• CVSS
• EPSS
• VPR
• Threat Intelligence
• NDR (Endpoint Detection and Response)
• Darktrace
• ThreatQ Threat Intelligence Platform (TIP)
• Vulnerability Management
• OWASP Top 10
• CWE Top 25
• CVE ecosystem
• Patch Management
• Communication

Work Location and Type

This is a full-time position. The role is based in Riyadh, Jazan, Saudi Arabia.

About the AC Mechanic Role

Boskalis, a prominent international marine services provider, is seeking a skilled AC Mechanic to join their team in Jīzān, Saudi Arabia. This role is essential for maintaining and repairing the air conditioning systems on the company's marine vessels, contributing directly to operational efficiency. You will be part of a diverse team of experts, working in a dynamic environment to support the company's success.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, maintain, and repair air conditioning systems across various marine vessels.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot air conditioning system issues, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
• Conduct regular maintenance checks to ensure optimal system performance and prevent breakdowns.
• Monitor refrigerant levels, pressures, and temperature controls to ensure adherence to industry standards.
• Maintain detailed records of all maintenance activities, repairs, and parts used.
• Assist in the repair of other vessel equipment and machinery as needed.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of proven experience as an AC Mechanic, preferably in a marine or similar operational setting.
• Strong technical understanding of air conditioning systems, their components, and refrigerant handling procedures.
• Ability to interpret technical diagrams, blueprints, and manuals.
• Proficient diagnostic skills for resolving complex air conditioning system issues.
• Knowledge of safety protocols relevant to AC maintenance in a marine environment.
• Physical fitness and capability to work in confined spaces and challenging environmental conditions.
• Willingness to travel on short notice within Saudi Arabia.

Essential Skills

• Air Conditioning System Maintenance and Repair
• Refrigerant Handling and Management
• Technical Diagram, Blueprint, and Manual Interpretation
• Diagnostic and Troubleshooting Expertise
• Adherence to Safety Protocols and Regulations
• Marine Environment Operations
• Working in Confined Spaces
• Adaptability to Challenging Conditions
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Problem-Solving

Work Arrangement and Location

This is a part-time role based in Jīzān, Saudi Arabia. The work schedule follows an 18-weeks-on, 9-weeks-off rotation. Interviews may be conducted online or in the office.