Jeddah, January 2014: Supporting the government’s aim to nationalize the kingdom’s workforce, Al Salem Johnson Controls (ASJC) a leader in delivering solutions that increase energy efficiency in buildings, supports employee development to promote career advancement and employee engagement through transparency and open communications. The company is committed to position itself as a learning organization that trains Saudi talents to world-class standards of excellence.
Achieving almost 40 % Saudization, ASJC fosters future leaders through various program initiatives such as the Young Leader Program (YLP). The program aims to attract and recruit Saudi fresh graduates those with high potential to grow within the organization and contribute effectively to its success. The main objective of the program is to provide the YLPs the opportunity to further develop in their required skills, capabilities and expanding their practical experiences using different approaches from job rotation, stretched assignments and projects, knowledge sharing, mentoring and coaching.
Eng. Basil Abdulaziz, VP and GM of Al Salem Johnson Controls, Saudi Arabia and Lebanon commented: “We are proud to be associated with such a high quality initiative by providing the chance for Saudi nationals who can demonstrate commitment to excellence, with proven academic success, professional achievements and leadership potential, and are seeking opportunities in non-technical fields to be part of the 2000-strong workforce at Al Salem Johnson Controls”.
Supporting professional success through ASJC’s training programs not only upgrades the quality of job requirements but also enhances employee’s personal life and responsibilities towards the community.
“Today, we can proudly state that ASJC conducted more than 43,000 training hours for our employees and clients in 2013 increasing the number of trainees in the coming years due to their successful integration,” stated Dr. Mohanad Al Shaikh, Director of Operations & Administrations”. He added: “ASJC is considered as an employer of choice by Saudi nationals due to our attractive career opportunities, development programs, and an award-winning work place that is listed among the top ten Saudi work environments. As a matter of fact, for two consecutive years, ASJC was one of the winners in the ‘Best Saudi Company to Work For’ awards.”
Besides the Young Leader Program, among its range of career development programs at Al Salem Johnson Controls, aspiring Saudi nationals are also offered the Saudi Technicians Program.
The Saudi Technicians Program’s objective is to prepare competent Saudi technicians in the field of HVAC and Refrigeration for ASJC’s After Market operation which aims to equip them with advanced skills through engagement in advanced training programs.
Established in 1991, ASJC (Al Salem Johnson Controls) is a pioneer in providing integrated solutions that incorporate HVAC equipment, fire and security systems, building management systems and controls that increase energy efficiency. Today, with a workforce of more than 1900 employees, ASJC is strategically located across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to serve the needs of its diverse range of customers and industries.
About Al Salem Johnson Controls
Established in 1991, ASJC (Al Salem Johnson Controls) is positioned as a pioneer in providing its customers with integrated solutions that incorporate HVAC equipment, fire and security systems, building management systems and controls that increase energy efficiency in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Lebanon.
The synergy between Al Salem group of companies and Johnson Controls International, a global diversified technology and industrial leader serving customers in more than 150 countries, brings a diverse range of quality products, services and solutions to optimize energy and operational efficiencies of buildings to the Middle East. ASJC worked on a number of high profile projects in the region, including the expansion of the holy mosques in Makkah and Madinah, King Abdulaziz International Airport, and Princess Noura Bint Abdul Rahman University for Women.
With a workforce of 2000 employees, ASJC is strategically located across the kingdom of Saudi Arabia to serve its diverse customers and industries. For two consecutive years, ASJC was awarded the Best Saudi Company to Work For.
For additional information, please visit http://www.johnsoncontrols.com.sa
Zaid Aquil
Marketing Communications Manager
Johnson Controls
Tel: +966-2-690-0999
Fax: +966-2-690-0909
Email: zaid.aquil@jci.com
