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Aneesh Pookkottil

Dubai

Summary

Dedicated and results-driven Recruiter with 6.7 years of comprehensive experience in talent acquisition within the dynamic oil and gas sector. Proven track record of successfully sourcing, engaging, and hiring top-tier professionals across various disciplines, from engineering to project management. Skilled in both upstream and downstream recruitment, with a deep understanding of the industry's unique demands and trends.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Sourcing Specialist (Recruitment Specialist)

MPH Technical Services
01.2025 - Current

Company Overview: Staffing / Outsourcing

Industry: Oil & Gas


  • Responsible for sourcing, screening and selection of candidates from junior to managerial level candidates.
  • Creating job ads & managing job boards.
  • Coordinating the interviews with clients / hiring managers.
  • Provided candidates with job details and gathered availability, location, mobilization, expected rate, and references.
  • Managed all candidate communications during the screening process and coordinated interviews with Account Manager.
  • Prepared job descriptions by associating with hiring managers.
  • Maintained an exhaustive candidate database and ensured regular updates.
  • Suggested improvements to job portals, sourcing processes, and reporting systems.
  • Assisted the Account Manager, COO, and Business Development team with relevant candidate profiles.
  • Contributed to MIS report inputs and evaluated new sourcing strategies.
  • Handled end-to-end sourcing process using MOBY system (In house ATS).
  • Networked regularly with candidates to maintain updated database.
  • Monitored and updated monthly KPIs to align with business requirements.
  • Supported preparation of Direct Hire Information Form/Contract Information Sheet.
  • Actively headhunting to fill up the niche roles.
  • Maintained Hot Jobs list, KPI Reports, Master Data, etc.
  • Ensured database accuracy for mobilized consultants and coordinated with other sourcing specialists.


Projects: EPC/EPCM/Dredging/Construction (Offshore & Onshore) - ADNOC (HABSHAN, BAB, AIP5, H&G, Qusahwira, etc.), ARAMCO, QP

Major Roles Hired: Managers, Design / Site Engineers (All levels), Finance (Accountants, Finance Managers, etc.), IT (Developers, Data Scientists, Analysts), and Blue Collars such as Technicians, Welders etc.

Sourcing Associate (Recruiter)

Indman DMCC
01.2022 - 12.2024

Company Overview: Staffing / Outsourcing

Industry: Oil & Gas


  • Managed the complete resourcing cycle, including vacancy management, advertisement, sourcing, screening, shortlisting, and offer presentation.
  • Raised job requisitions and advertised positions through appropriate channels.
  • Identified and utilized effective sourcing methods such as job advertisements, newspapers, agencies, social media, referrals, and internal communication.
  • Scrutinized applicants to ensure alignment with company requirements and client specifications.
  • Arranged interviews and negotiated final terms.
  • Managed end-to-end recruiting process and bulk hiring campaigns across multiple countries (Iraq, Italy, Kazakhstan, Middle East, Africa, etc.).
  • Promoted employer brand and expanded network.
  • Supported global recruitment strategies and corporate KPIs.
  • Provided retention support and contributed to regional bids.


Projects: EPC/EPCM/Dredging/Construction (Offshore & Onshore) - ADNOC (HABSHAN, BAB, H&G, Qusahwira, etc.), ARAMCO, QP

Major Roles Hired: Managers, Design / Site Engineers (All levels), Finance (Accountants, Finance Managers, etc.), IT (Developers, Data Scientists, Analysts), and Blue Collars

HR Executive (Talent Acquisition)

Practo Technologies
08.2021 - 11.2021

Company Overview: Online / Offline Healthcare

Industry: Healthcare


  • Identifying potential candidates inline with the JD provided.
  • Coordinated interviews with candidates and panel members to ensure smooth and efficient process
  • Partnered with line managers to provide solutions-focused HR services
  • Facilitated onboarding process for new joiners, ensuring seamless integration into the organization
  • Communicated with vendors to ensure timely completion of projects
  • Interacted with 3rd party agencies for collecting suitable candidates
  • Sent regret and welcome emails to candidates as part of the recruitment process
  • Collected and filed documents for onboarding procedures
    Screened resumes and scheduled interviews for potential candidates
  • Maintained successful relationships with 3rd party agencies


Major Roles Hired: Lab Technicians, Radiographers, General Nurses etc.

HR & Recruitment Executive

Asmacs Group
06.2019 - 06.2021

Company Overview: Staffing / Outsourcing

Industry: Oil & Gas / Construction / FMCG / Transport / Hospitality


  • Served as a key liaison for international recruitment initiatives
  • Conducted in-depth interviews with prospective candidates
  • Managed visa processing for various countries
  • Drafted and delivered offer letters to new hires
  • Screened CVs to identify top candidates aligned with job requirements
  • Provided comprehensive training for new employees
  • Coordinated visa documentation for recruitment from multiple countries
  • Prepared bidding documents for various projects
  • Maintained confidential data for over 500 companies and individuals
  • Collaborated with agencies to address workforce shortages & coordinated recruitment campaigns in India (Blue Collars such as Technicians, Welders, Scaffolders etc)
  • Managed & Prepared contracts with agencies / clients
  • Crafted job descriptions in collaboration with hiring managers
  • Conducted background checks and ensured employee eligibility
  • Participated in disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations
  • Stayed current on HR trends, best practices, and regulatory changes
  • Conducted client visits and delivered business presentations
  • Closed orders and met manpower requirements for 100+ clients


Major Roles Hired: Site Engineers, Sales people, Factory managers, Technicians etc.

Recruitment Executive

Asmacs Group
12.2018 - 06.2019

Company Overview: Staffing / Outsourcing

Industry: Oil & Gas / Construction / FMCG / Transport / Hospitality


  • Sourced CVs from multiple portals such as Naukri and Monster.
  • Conducted initial screening of applicants utilizing various interview methods.
  • Facilitated interview scheduling with clients.
  • Coordinated interview campaigns (with more than 300 participants) with GCC clients (in India), Coordinated logistics.
  • Checked the manpower list from 3rd party agencies, and verified the documents of all candidates during the campaign.
  • Conducted cold calls to overseas clients to secure appointments.
  • Executed online marketing strategies.


Education

MBA - Human Resources & Marketing

University of Calicut
Palakkad, Kerala
08.2018

Bachelor of Commerce - undefined

University of Calicut
Palakkad, Kerala
06.2016

Skills

  • Talent Sourcing
  • Bulk Hiring
  • Agency handling
  • Screening & Interview Coordination
  • Negotiation
  • Communication

Languages

English
Hindi
Tamil
Malayalam

Timeline

Sourcing Specialist (Recruitment Specialist)

MPH Technical Services
01.2025 - Current

Sourcing Associate (Recruiter)

Indman DMCC
01.2022 - 12.2024

HR Executive (Talent Acquisition)

Practo Technologies
08.2021 - 11.2021

HR & Recruitment Executive

Asmacs Group
06.2019 - 06.2021

Recruitment Executive

Asmacs Group
12.2018 - 06.2019

Bachelor of Commerce - undefined

University of Calicut

MBA - Human Resources & Marketing

University of Calicut

Job Portals Used:

  • Naukri Gulf / Naukri India
  • LinkedIn Recruiter
  • Oil&Gas Jobs Search
  • Rigzone
  • Bayt
  • Nafis

Software's / IT Skills

  • MS Office
  • CANVA
  • ATS & HRMS (In-house & external)

Personal Information

  • Visa Status: Employment Visa
  • Date of Birth: 05/05/1995
  • Nationality: Indian
  • Marital Status: Married

Hobbies and Interests

  • Travelling
  • Photography
Aneesh Pookkottil