Assistant Hire Controller

Assistant Hire Controller

Dammam, Saudi Arabia

Permanent, Full time

About Us 

James Fisher is a global engineering services company. From our origins as a ship owner and operator, we’ve evolved to provide the expertise and innovative technology our customers need in the harshest of environments across Energy, Defence and Maritime Transport. 

We are relied on to help our customers deliver on their promises and realise their ambitions safely, efficiently and responsibly. 

We have a strong heritage built on the foundations of our people and innovation. Alongside our valuable partnerships with customers, communities and suppliers, we are embedding a more sustainable approach across our business. 

Our strategy is centered around the One James Fisher ambition. We are building a stronger, more cohesive engineering service company operating in the Blue Economy. 

• The Energy Division provides safe, sustainable products and services for two core markets, oil and gas and renewables.
• The Defence Division provides underwater systems and life support capabilities, for the defence and commercial diving markets.
• Maritime Transport is a leading provider of global maritime shipping and ship-to-ship (STS) transfer services.

Together, we are building a brighter, bolder and more innovative future. 

The Role

Join our dynamic Operations Team at Scantech Middle East, where you’ll play a key role in supporting our growing regional and global projects.

Based in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, you’ll be responsible for managing equipment rental, personnel charges, and sales orders using IFS and related systems. Your work will directly support projects across the Middle East, with the flexibility to assist on global initiatives when required.

We’re looking for a reliable team player with a flexible, can-do attitude — someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to operational excellence.

Principle Accountabilities 

• Coordinate with ops manager on equipment availability and assign to the project on IFS.
• Assist in the management of the rental trigger points for equipment and personnel from the contract.
• Ensure the initial PO matches the terms and conditions of the contract and request revisions if needed.
• Assist in updating ongoing rentals to mirror shipping, operational, standby periods and off-hires.
• Prepare and send out equipment timesheets and so the hire controller can ensure IFS matches the signed timesheets.
• Follow up on personnel timesheets with the operations team.
• Assist in following up for PO’s from the clients.
• Assist the hire controller in raising the preliminary invoices prior to the monthly invoice meetings.
• Attend regional monthly invoice meetings.
• Assist in preparing all relevant back-up documentation to be submitted to the invoicing team for accurate submission at months end.
• Assist the operations team when required and vacation cover.

  Qualifications and Experience 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, Outlook and Word.
• Basic accountancy or bookkeeping.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• KSA driving license with own car.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Positive attitude, team player, and ability to work under own initiative.

If this sounds like the ideal next step in your career, then click ‘apply’ now!  

You can find out more about James Fisher & Sons group companies and valued behaviours by watching a short film here: We are One James Fisher - YouTube  

Due to the volume of applications, we receive for our vacancies, on occasion applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. 

James Fisher and Sons are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications for candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success depends on our talented and diverse workforce. For more information Click here