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Position Summary
The Internal Audit Manager is responsible for overseeing the operational, financial, and compliance audits within the organization. This role involves managing the end-to-end audit lifecycle, leading a team of auditors, and ensuring that all activities align with the International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) and the Global Internal Audit Standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Audit Planning & Execution: Lead the development of risk-based audit programs that address key operational, financial, and compliance risks and oversee the execution of fieldwork to ensure high-quality evidence collection and analysis.
• Execution & Oversight: Manage the end-to-end audit process, from planning and scoping to fieldwork and reporting, ensuring all audits comply with the IIA Global Internal Audit Standards.
• Team Leadership: Supervise, mentor, and evaluate the performance of audit staff, ensuring professional development and adherence to department protocols.
• Reporting & Communication: Prepare clear, concise, and impactful audit reports for the Chief Internal Auditor. Present findings and recommendations to department heads and process owners.
• Risk Assessment: Assist the Chief Internal Auditor in maintaining the Audit Universe and conducting annual risk assessments to prioritize high-impact areas.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure all audit workpapers and processes meet the internal Quality Assurance and Improvement Program (QAIP) standards.
• Special Investigations: Lead ad-hoc investigations or forensic audits into financial misconduct, forged documentation, or internal control failures as required.
• Follow-up: Monitor the implementation of management action plans to ensure that identified risks are mitigated within agreed timelines.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related business field.
• Certification: Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) is a plus. Additional certifications (CISA, CRMA, or CPA) are highly preferred.
• Experience: A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in internal or external auditing, preferably with a background in 'Big 4' firms or large diversified conglomerates.
• Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of the 2024 Global Internal Audit Standards and local regulatory requirements (*, SOCPA or specific industry mandates).
• Soft Skills: Strong analytical thinking, advanced negotiation skills, and the ability to maintain objectivity and confidentiality.

Join Black & Grey HR! We are recruiting for a leading global FMCG food company based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, seeking an experienced Maintenance Supervisor to oversee plant maintenance operations. Your role will be crucial in ensuring optimal equipment performance, operational efficiency, and adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and execute preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities for production and utility equipment.
• Ensure maximum equipment availability and reliability by minimizing breakdowns and optimizing maintenance strategies.
• Coordinate closely with production, engineering, and planning teams to align maintenance schedules with operational needs.
• Track and improve maintenance KPIs such as response time, backlog, and asset uptime.
• Supervise maintenance facilities including workshops, tools, and infrastructure to ensure operational readiness.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using techniques such as root cause analysis (RCA) and lean methodologies.
• Maintain accurate maintenance documentation, reports, and technical records.
• Manage spare parts inventory and ensure timely availability of critical components.
• Coordinate with third-party service providers for external maintenance work.
• Lead, coach, and develop the maintenance team.
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) standards and food safety requirements.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in maintenance within an industrial or manufacturing setup (FMCG/food industry preferred).
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and automation systems.
• Experience with maintenance planning and ERP systems (SAP PM preferred).
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook).
• Knowledge of continuous improvement tools (Kaizen, RCA).
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced industrial environment.