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Emirates Aluminium increases Emirati employees by 43pct in 2010

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It is reported that Taweelah based aluminium smelter Emirates Aluminium is kicking off 2011 plans to expand on its Emirati workforce with the company third participation at Tawdheef 2011 in Abu Dhabi a major recruitment show focusing on recruitment and Emiratisation.

An active Emiratisation program is already underway and gaining strong momentum at the smelter. EMAL increased the number of Emiratis employed at the smelter by 43% in 2010 and bringing the total number of UAE nationals up to now represent 14% of the total workforce.

Mr Saeed Fadhel Al Mazrooei President and CEO of EMAL said "Our business strategy is committed to achieving the ambitious goals set out by the Abu Dhabi 2030 plan. To achieve this, we strive to consistently achieve excellence in every initiative we undertake. Every success from reaching full production ahead of schedule, to supporting the community to investing in the talented Emirati workforce of tomorrow is a step forward towards EMAL commitment to 2030."

One of the largest industrials projects outside the oil and gas industry, EMAL recently announced the commencement of full production of its Phase One smelter and engages heavily in creating opportunities for the UAE. With a focus on ensuring it meets the full production targets set, EMAL will use Tawdheef to recruit qualified mechanical, electrical and chemical engineers.

Multiple initiatives are currently underway at the company including a raft of pre-employment courses, graduate trainee programs as well as a second intake of scholarship submissions for young Emiratis.


(Sourced from www.ameinfo.com)

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