Nasser AlRahin is a seasoned Human Resources leader with deep expertise in the EPC sector, recognized for driving Saudization compliance, talent development, and organizational performance for international engineering organizations.
Currently serving as Human Resources Manager at China Petroleum Engineering & Construction Corporation (CPECC) in Saudi Arabia, Nasser designs and leads HR strategies aligned with local labor regulations while strengthening workforce capability and long-term sustainability.
With over 15 years of progressive HR leadership at JGC Gulf International, his career reflects consistent advancement from Senior HR Administrator to HR Department Manager, marked by impactful contributions to recruitment, training, and HR governance.
Strategic HR Leadership at CPECC
As Human Resources Manager at CPECC, Nasser plays a pivotal role in shaping HR infrastructure and compliance frameworks. His responsibilities include:
- Designing and implementing performance management systems
- Developing recruitment and onboarding processes aligned with Saudization quotas
- Leading hiring initiatives for Saudi Nationals, including apprenticeship and full-time programs
- Monitoring training institute progress reports and managing Saudization reporting
- Conducting risk management workshops and finalizing training agreements
- Researching labor laws and ensuring regulatory compliance
- Establishing HR foundations, including HRIS implementation and record-keeping systems
His work ensures operational excellence while supporting national workforce development goals.
Progressive HR Management at JGC Gulf International
During his 15-year tenure at JGC Gulf International in Al Khobar, Nasser advanced to HR Department Manager and Acting HR Department Manager, overseeing end-to-end HR operations, including:
- Managing Aramco training agreements
- Coordinating course nominations, approvals, and feedback cycles
- Preparing detailed HR and training reports for management
- Leading the JGC Gulf Business Course for new hires, covering:
- Company orientation
- Project execution methodologies
- Safety and QHSE standards
- Business planning and job codes
- Quality Management Systems (QMS)
His structured onboarding approach strengthened employee integration and operational readiness.
Recruitment & Talent Acquisition Mastery
Nasser is a key architect of high-impact recruitment strategies, representing JGC Gulf International at KFUPM Open Day and similar talent events. His contributions include:
- Recruitment planning and booth logistics
- CV screening and shortlisting
- Coordinating interviews with department managers
- Attracting top engineering graduates from leading Saudi universities
His recruitment leadership ensured alignment between project requirements, Saudization objectives, and long-term talent pipelines.
Training & Development Expertise
A specialist in training needs assessment and execution, Nasser has:
- Secured Aramco approvals for engineering training programs
- Coordinated training registrations and performance follow-ups
- Enhanced onboarding through structured orientation programs
- Integrated company culture, safety, and operational standards into training delivery
His data-driven approach ensures measurable skill development, retention, and workforce readiness.
Academic & Professional Credentials
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance – New York Institute of Technology
- CIPD Level 5 Intermediate Diploma in Human Resources Management
His CIPD qualification reflects a strong commitment to global HR best practices, combining financial insight with people-centric leadership in regulated industries.
Leadership Philosophy
Nasser believes that Saudization success depends on strategic compliance, robust training frameworks, and performance systems that empower local talent while meeting complex project demands. His leadership emphasizes:
- Legal adherence
- Risk mitigation
- Measurable HR outcomes
- Sustainable workforce development
Leadership Quote
“Talent excellence in EPC thrives when Saudization aligns with performance, training, and strategic recruitment.”
Recognition
Inspired Magazine proudly features Nasser AlRahin among the Top 100 Inspiring Professionals, recognizing his pivotal contributions to Saudization advancement, HR infrastructure development, and talent excellence at CPECC and JGC Gulf International.
