Stuart Harrison, CEO at Emrill, is available for interview upon request

In line with the Applied Stream Work Placement Programme implemented by and in association with the United Arab Emirates Ministry of Education, Emrill has launched Khibra, a work placement programme for Emirati students.

In December 2019, Emrill invited five Emirati students to attend an intensive five-day programme, which introduced them to the UAE’s facilities management sector and Emrill’s business. During the programme, students were given the opportunity to accompany Emrill employees on site visits and observe mechanical and electrical work. Students completed a learner’s portfolio to evidence their learning.

Stuart Harrison, Emrill’s CEO, explained the importance of the programme: “We are proud to support UAE Vision 2021 and play an active role in building a diversified and knowledge-based economy powered by skilled Emiratis. Khibra means ‘deep knowledge’ or ‘to get experience’, and Emrill’s programme has been designed to develop the skills and knowledge required for the UAE’s growth sectors through applied learning. It was an honour to host this superb group of Emirati students, offer career advice and guidance and introduce them to the world of work.”

Students at Emrill focused on two applied stream curriculum pathways: applied electrical engineering maintenance and applied mechanical engineering maintenance. During the five-day programme, students visited three sites managed by Emrill to observe staff rectifying issues and carrying out preventative maintenance work. Site visits were followed by a review of learning objectives, reflection and questions.

Claire Colligan, employer engagement specialist at the Ministry of Education, said: “It has been wonderful to see local employers getting involved in the Applied Stream Work Placement Programme, which benefits not only students but also employers. The students hosted by Emrill gained real experience of the world of work and gained practical knowledge. In developing their skills, these students became more self-confident and will ultimately be more employable once they graduate. Emrill embraced this opportunity and provided a comprehensive programme that seeks to close the skills gap of the UAE economy, empower students and provide a skilled local workforce through Emiratisation. Emrill exceeded our expectations and is being showcased throughout the Ministry as an excellent example of work placement.”

The programme concluded with a closing ceremony, attended by students, their families, a representative from the Ministry of Education and Emrill staff, held at Emrill’s knowledge theatre in Dubai.

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For more information, please contact Christina Bostock at iHC: +971558873054 christina@ih-c.com 

About Emrill

Emrill Services LLC is a multi-award-winning integrated facilities management provider in the UAE. With over 7,500 directly employed staff, the company offers the full range of hard and soft FM and manned security services with innovative solutions tailored to support its clients, including cutting-edge energy solutions and real-time performance management systems. Emrill commands an exceptionally high level of client retention and has enjoyed continuous growth since its formation.

As an industry leader, Emrill helps organisations shape environments and create great places to live, work and visit while achieving their commercial goals through providing a range of highly effective FM solutions. Sectors serviced include residential, commercial, industrial and master communities, as well as industries as diverse as aviation, healthcare, retail, hospitality, oil and gas, education and leisure. Emrill’s mission to be the region’s preferred facilities management partner is being achieved by providing quality services, ensuring safety and building trusted relationships based upon mutual values. Emrill strives for excellence through embracing innovation and empowering its people to be their best through a strong commitment to education and development and employee welfare.

Emrill was highly commended in the Overall FM Company of the Year category in 2019’s Facilities Management Middle East Awards in addition to winning this award five times in eight years. Sustainability is at the core of Emrill’s business strategy, being highly commended for its organic community garden initiative in 2019 and winning the Engineering Service of the Year award in both 2017 and 2018 for its Energy Performance Contract and community water conservation programmes. Committed to continuous improvement, Emrill won the award for Technology Implementation of the Year for its efficiency-enhancing app. Building on this success, Emrill was also awarded Best Maintained Washroom and Excellence in Training at the 2019 MECHF Awards, as well as the Best Client-Contractor Partnership award, attesting to its track record of quality service delivery and client satisfaction.

As the first FM company to be awarded the Dubai Chamber CSR Label for its sustainable and responsible corporate practices, the company has now held this title for seven consecutive years.

Operating to the highest international standards, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018 and ISO 41001:2018, NICEIC and BICSc accredited. Clients are fully supported through modern IT infrastructure, dedicated client managers and a 24-hour call centre and also benefit from the newest technology, industry-leading techniques and latest equipment releases consistently delivered through Emrill’s ongoing Innovation and Digital Transformation Programme.

To learn more, please visit www.emrill.com 

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