In line with its strategic plan to localize administrative jobs, Saudi Arabian Airlines Catering (SAAC) has launched a training program targeting Saudi graduates to be posted in administrative positions that was announced at a press conference in the presence of Mr. Gerhard Marschitz Saudi Arabian Airlines Catering (SAAC) Chief Executive Officer and Mr. Saleh Seferji Chief Human Resources & Development, a number of (SAAC) officials, Saudis in the program and the media.
Launching the program, Mr. Gerhard Marschitz spoke about (SAAC) plans to develop staff and post Saudi graduates into diverse positions following in depth training playing a significant role in (SAAC) achieving its growth and goals, stating: “From this perspective came the idea of the program, where we look forward to fully preparing administrative staff aligned to our company’s vision and processes to provide high quality on board and ground catering services.”
Mr. Saleh Seferji Chief Human Resources & Development spoke about the company’s goals for localizing jobs and preparing Saudi administrative graduates, noting that the selection process was very precise to decide on appropriate graduates that will fit with the norm of work. The main focus was on attracting graduates that have benefited from the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Scholarship Program, explaining that the program will be implemented on an annual basis and will constantly evolve to include diverse experiences across all business functions.
Mr. Salah Seferji also revealed that the company hired a large number of women in specific operational roles at Jeddah station, Princess Nora University in Riyadh, Skysales retail in Riyadh airport and more expansion is planned in the foreseeing future.
At the end of the conference, Saudi graduates joining the one-year training program signed contracts to receive specialized training in administration in addition to comprehensive training in other sectors and support functions