"It is a struggle that will soon be over" - Khaled Al-Saqabi-HR Manager- Cameron Al Rushaid- Saudi Arabia

Khalid Al-Saqabi , HR Manager at Cameron Al Rushaid in Saudi Arabia speaks to us about his professional journey , hobbies, and advice in Covid-19 times. Here's what he had to say:

Please share your professional journey with us and how did you reach where you are.

I started my professional journey in 1996 with Material Management & Administration for Arabian Chemical Co. (Latex), Jubail. I worked with many companies across Saudi Arabia and by 2008, I was a Recruitment Manager with Saudi Readymix Concrete Co.in KHOBAR.

In 2011, I became Head of Human Resources & Administration for Erne Fitting Middle East in Jubail. I worked with Al Qaryan Steel Co. in Dammam and Sofcon in Khobar city before I finally joined Cameron Alrushaid in 2017, where I am currently.

Which aspect of your role do you enjoy the most?

Mostly recruitment and career advancements.

What is the best part about working in your company?

We have a very flat organization structure where no hierarchy is applied on day to day business, from the GM all the way to the operator.

Keeping all communications open and straight-forward is our policy.

What is your favorite way to de-stress after a long day at work?

I usually commute by riding my bicycle and I believe that is one-way to keep fit and away from stress!

Please share your favorite books or authors with our audience.

I recently finished reading "The Fisherman's Tomb" by John O'Neill

Do you live by any particular motto?

A tried and tested motto that I live by is 'Listen before talking'.

What advice would you like to give to the jobseekers who are struggling to find a job during the times of COVID-19?

Do not give up! It is a struggle that will soon be over.

Any comments on jobsites?

Job sites such as Naukrigulf have been very useful and actively helping job seekers and employers meet up.