Muara Maritime Services Sdn Bhd (“MMS”) is a joint venture company responsible for providing maintenance, repair and overhaul services (MRO) to Royal Brunei Navy (“RBN”) vessels and dockyard infrastructure. We are looking for highly motivated and suitably qualified Bruneian professionals to fill the following positions:

Senior Officer Strategy & Development

Supporting the Manager in managing the overall commercial operations of the business and comply to the stakeholders needs and expectations through appropriate management and compliance as per the Maintenance & Logistics Services Agreement and developing, managing and providing support on the financial model specific to the project for budgeting, funding and cost management.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the development and management of the business/budget plan all in accordance to the operational plan.
• Responsible for the overall check and balance of the business/budget plan and its’ process and ensure that the quality is maintained and improved.
• Responsible for disseminating and communicating MINDEF’s work program and budget.
• Responsible for aligning the needs and expectations of stakeholders, performance reporting, managing the governance processes and establishing cost control measures.
• Support the Manager in the secretariat and/or lead role in the Steering Committee, Coordination Committee and other key stakeholder committee meetings.
• Liable to assist the Manager in external related correspondents, commitment, engagements and communications.
• To manage all commercial operations of the business and comply with the stakeholders’ needs and expectations through appropriate management and compliance as per the Maintenance & Logistics Services Agreement
• Formulate and drive commercial operations to transform MMS’s direction to meet the corporate vision and mission with implementation actions as a trustworthy and profitable organization.
• To effectively manage the Operational Plan that provides the framework in managing the annual implementation and performance of MMS’s business plan including tracking the operational performance, projects and initiatives.
• Ensure the proper operational excellence approaches to enhance organizational effectiveness to manage and deliver the projects.
• Establish, control and monitor all Commercial operations and management with the development of governance processes, policies and procedures.
• Support the Commercial team on subject matter experts and ensure work is performed to the highest standard in accordance with the guidelines process.
• Contribute to annual business plan cycle, manpower plan, and corporate target setting/performance monitoring.
• Serve the Management in all areas directed by the MDs, contribute to effective participation to the Management and necessary reporting to the Management and the Key stakeholders.
• Ensure that the Commercial practices comply with the industry and regulatory requirements.
• Accountable for the timely preparation of the shareholder reports.
• Responsible for the development of communications (presentations, Quarterly and monthly engagements and reports) to the Board / Shareholders, key stakeholders and main customers. Be in close liaison with Management ensuring the right level of details are being communicated to support key messages
• Accountable for key stakeholders and external related correspondents, commitment and communications on business-related matters.
• Enables the facilitation of planning and costs management as per the MMS’s strategy.
• Ensures the coordination of the annual business planning and appraisal cycle across corporate and commercial businesses. Resources (Projects, Contractual scopes and obligations, workforce, etc.) allocation are managed optimally to return maximum value across the company and aligned to the corporate strategy.
• Monitor the company’s budget to ensure that services provided are within agreed financial limits.
• Highlight any areas of concern regarding any identified risk events that might have an impact on the department’s budget / contract.
• Compile the overall Annual budget and funds as part of Business Plan cycle.
• Efficiently monitor and manage the company’s budget utilization to ensure that targets, scope and services are provided within the approved financial limit.
• Comply with the country’s laws and company’s Code of Conduct & Ethic.
• Ensure the right level of details are being communicated to support key messages.
• Plans and coordinates communications development to ensure approval is obtained in a timely manner.
• Exercise principal advisory role in all matters relating to Commercial Operations, Business Development and Economics.
• Motivate, guide, and train all sub-ordinates or fellow colleagues to ensure they carry out their responsibilities to the required standards.
• Promote and ensure overall quality and QC process of the deliverables of the functions.
• Work collaboratively with team members to achieve shared goals
• Promote and comply with HSE culture within the MMS’s operations and at the workplace.
• Promote and comply with Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) policies, guidelines and initiatives.
• Champion and embody the company’s HSE policies.
• Ensure department’s compliance to HSE and target to Zero LTI in department (office / field based).
• Promote and drive sustainable HSE initiatives and activities in the department. To participate in HSE Site visits to ensure that site complies with HSE standards
• Ensure compliance with MMS’s information security policies.
• Promote and drive the company’s Core Values.
• Continuous application and strive to improve the values in the day-to-day activities within the department.

Requirements:

• Must have at least a Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Cost Management or any related field.
• Must have at least 8 years diverse experience in Strategy and Commercial business and the fields of market analysis, economic evaluation and business development, preferably mostly within Maintenance and Repair / Maritime industry.
• Proven experience and expertise in the assessment of business economics issues, project initiation to execution, merger and acquisition and contract negotiation within the full value chain of commercial activities.
• Prior business and strategy planning and business development experience is highly desirable
• Talented professional, strong in his/her own discipline, with the ability and desire to ultimately develop to more senior management positions.
• First rate communication (both written and verbal), a track record of effective team working, preferably knowledge of facilitation techniques and enthusiasm for learning through experience both inside and outside own technical discipline
• Demonstrable business acumen is a requirement. Important is the ability to effectively liaise and work with groups in other functions, through good interpersonal skills and understanding of work processes
• Must be citizen or permanent resident of Brunei Darussalam.

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Closing Date: 11th November 2024

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Muara Maritime Services Sdn Bhd (“MMS”) is a joint venture company responsible for providing maintenance, repair and overhaul services (MRO) to Royal Brunei Navy (“RBN”) vessels and dockyard infrastructure. We are looking for highly motivated and suitably qualified Bruneian professionals to fill the following positions:

Senior Officer Legal & Compliance.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Legal and Compliance Officer to join our team. This role will oversee legal affairs, regulatory compliance, document control, corporate governance, and stakeholder management across the organization. Additionally, the role will function as the Data Protection Officer (DPO), ensuring that the company adheres to data protection laws. The successful candidate will report directly to the Legal and Compliance Manager and play a critical role in ensuring legal integrity, compliance monitoring, and data protection throughout the company.

Responsibilities:

Legal Support and Advice
Responsible for providing in house legal support and advice which includes but not limited to the following:

• Review and draft existing and proposed contracts and legal documents
• Ensure all legal documents align with company policies and applicable laws
• Provide comprehensive legal advice on various matters affecting the company
• Conduct in-depth legal analysis and research to support business decisions, risk management and operational activities
• Participate and eventually take legal lead in commercial discussions and negotiations with third parties
• Collaborate with other company functions to ensure timely conclusion and implementation of agreements
• Participate in the development and implementation of legal strategies to address current and emerging issues and mitigating risks for the company
• Participate in the resolution of disputes, including managing grievances, litigation, disciplinary actions and other formal settlements.
• Collaborate with the conduct of internal investigations where required and provide legal guidance to ensure compliance with laws and company policies.
• Assist in preparing investigation reports and recommending appropriate actions based on findings.
• Develop and implement training programs to educate employees on legal regulations, industry practices and company policies 
• Foster a culture of legal awareness and compliance throughout the organisation

Compliance Oversight & Auditing

• Review and update organizational policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws and contractual requirements.
• Conduct compliance audits of processes, practices, and documentation to identify potential risks, non-compliance, and areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with departments to implement corrective actions based on audit findings and ensure continuous compliance monitoring.
• Report on audit findings, compliance risks, and recommend improvements to management.(Stakeholder Relationship Management).
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with government agencies, regulatory bodies, and key external stakeholders.

Stakeholder Relationship Management

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with government agencies, regulatory bodies, and key external stakeholders.
• Act as a liaison between the company and relevant authorities to ensure effective communication and compliance with regulatory changes.
• Monitor legislative changes and government policies that may impact the company, preparing reports and filings as required.
• Act as a liaison between the company and relevant authorities to ensure effective communication and compliance with regulatory changes.
• Monitor legislative changes and government policies that may impact the company, preparing reports and filings as required.

Data Protection Officer Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with applicable data protection laws, including upcoming Brunei Darussalam legislation.
• Develop and implement data protection policies and procedures, ensuring proper handling, storage, and protection of personal data.
• Monitor data processing activities together with the Company’s ICT functions to ensure they comply with legal obligations.
• Act as the main point of contact for data protection authorities and manage all data breach notifications and responses.
• Conduct regular data protection impact assessments (DPIA) to evaluate and mitigate risks associated with data processing activities.

Document Control

• Establish and maintain a robust document control system for all legal and compliance documents.
• Conduct regular audits of document control processes to ensure compliance with legal requirements and industry best practices.
• Implement version control, proper classification, and secure storage of critical documents, and ensure compliance with document retention policies.
• Collaborate with the Company’s ICT function to maintain secure electronic document management systems.

Corporate Governance Support

• Assist in the Company Secretarial function to ensure timely coordination of board meetings and annual general meetings including the preparation and dissemination of meeting materials and minutes.
• Assist in managing the necessary statutory requirements including filings and returns, updates to changes in directorship, shareholder information, etc.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in law or in any law related field from an accredited institution; a post graduate qualification in law is an added advantage.
• Minimum 6-8 years of experience in a legal or regulatory environment.
• Knowledge in corporate and contract law, regulatory compliance and document control processes.
• Experience in managing stakeholder relationships particularly with government and regulatory agencies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• High degree of integrity, ethical conduct and confidentiality.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently while collaborating effectively with a team
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis, reporting and compliance tracking
• Strong Microsoft PowerPoint skills for preparing presentations, board papers and legal updates for management and stakeholders.
• General Skills Requirements: Legal Knowledge, Legal Research, Contract Management, Business Acumen, Stakeholder Management, Risk Management, Company Secretarial, Regulatory Knowledge, Process Management and Policy/SOP Drafting, Audit and Monitoring, Document Control and Review, Data Protection.
• Must be citizenship or permanent resident of Brunei Darussalam.

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Closing Date: 11th November 2024

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.