CIS subsidiaries all over the world offer diverse job opportunities for local candidates as well as for any new expatriation applicant, be it for support functions or operational functions.
Upstream of our operational activities, the Area Managers and Country Managers are responsible for coordinating the operational and sales side of the Group’s business. In the field, the operational teams ensure that the various services delivered to our clients match the contractual requirements.
Meet targets in terms of the area’s economic performance and ensure the continuity of contracts
Represent the company locally.
“I am the Manager of the largest subsidiary of the CIS Group. We manage over 70 contracts in Algeria and employ more than 5,000 people. In addition to my daily involvement in the development of the business and keeping tabs on client contracts, managing such a large company independently is a constant challenge, but also an exciting adventure! It’s a mix between strategic and operational management, like the CIS Group itself.”
Arezki M., Country Manager, CIEPTAL Algeria
Ensure the smooth functioning of operations
“I am the Country Manager’s representative in the field. He passes on information and instructions to me concerning our various contracts. Thanks to my Camp Bosses on each site, I report information upstream and downstream and coordinate all of the parties involved in the client service chain, in order to optimise our overall operational performance.”
Eddy L., Directeur des Opérations, CIS Chad
Manage and coordinate a team of expatriates and local catering employees
“I am in daily contact with our client's representative on-site. As such, I coordinate the managers of the various services on the camp. I ensure that the contract is properly executed and that a high quality of service is maintained at all levels of our operations. It's intense, but exciting work! It enables me to apply my sense of service, discipline and versatility.”
Swapan M., Camp Boss, CIS Erythrée
Local and international specialists are selected by the CIS Group to guarantee a high level of catering management on our operational sites, which has long been the CIS Group’s core business. The proper maintenance of accommodation facilities, in addition to the provision of recreational activities, require a high level of expertise. Only then can we ensure our residents enjoy a high standard of living on-site.
Manage kitchen staff and ensure that hygiene rules and budget restrictions are respected
“I used to be in charge at a traditional catering company, but then I realised that I wanted something more from my job. CIS granted me the opportunity to use my skills in a completely different environment. At times it is difficult, but it is so fulfilling thanks to the cultural diversity and challenges we face. There’s no way I’d go back to my old job!”
Kamal A., Head Chef, CIS Arabia, Saudi Arabia
Ensure the supply of goods on-site by optimising flow and cost management
“Without equipment and raw materials, we would not be able to function. Whether it involves supplies for our catering, technical maintenance or cleaning activities, my team ensures daily that we have sufficient stock to meet the requirements of our service contract and to satisfy our clients. It is not just a question of supplying goods, but also of controlling the freshness of our stock and managing the responsiveness of our suppliers on a daily basis. The main store is a company within the company!”
Azzedine G., Main Store Manager, CLN Mozambique
Maximise the dietary quality of menus and enhance them as part of an optimised nutritional approach
“Hygiene and nutritional health are priorities for us, especially on isolated sites where [ON1] a balanced and high-quality catering offer is both a rare pleasure for residents and a way of guaranteeing their efficiency at work! I am happy to be able to contribute to this balance, while enhancing the local produce and food culture, and to work alongside a group of skilled and exacting professionals.”
Ganzorig M., Nutritionist, SSM Mongolia
Oversee the accommodation team, plan and manage accommodation on-site
“Given the extreme conditions in which our residents often work, the comfort and cleanliness of their accommodation facilities and of their work and leisure clothing must be impeccable. We are responsible for the overall well-being of the residents on-site at all times and carry out our duties with professionalism, discretion and pride.”
Bintou N., Accommodation Manager, CIS Tchad
Oversee and manage sports and cultural events
“Distractions are rare on remote sites. That is why my team and I strive to offer our residents sports activities, entertainment and various amenities that will help them to clear their minds and improve their on-site experience. Not only does this contribute to their personal well-being, it also improves the general feeling and social interaction on the camp. It creates a better atmosphere and improves professional efficiency!”
Narantsetseg C., Recreation Manager, SSM Mongolia
Because quality of life also depends on the safety and cleanliness of facilities, CIS employs specialised technicians in these areas to ensure client satisfaction. The same applies to the maintenance of equipment and industrial and IT systems, which are necessary for the proper running of the sites on a daily basis.
Ensure the maintenance and repair of equipment on-site and manage the local maintenance team
“I manage a number of versatile teams that carry out preventive and curative maintenance on all of the equipment on-site. Thanks to CIS, I have been able to develop my managerial skills while remaining involved in the operational side of things thanks to my experience as a technician. Above all, I have learned to be more resourceful, which is vital when you work in an isolated environment where quick and innovative solutions must constantly be found.”
Nurzhan N., Maintenance Manager, CAC Kazakhstan
Operate and maintain the treatment system and drinking water supply
“I am proud to be able to use my expertise in our environment where, like everywhere else, meeting drinking water needs is a constant challenge. Day after day, thanks to a process involving strict controls of the installations and of the product, I guarantee the constant quality of a service is that is as precious as it is vital.”
Kumar S., Water Treatment and Management Technician, CNA Mauritanie
Organise and ensure the proper functioning of information systems on-site
« Not only has CIS given me the opportunity to put my skills and versatility to the test in a motivating and exciting environment, but I am gaining experience every day in areas of expertise, such as telephony and access control, that I would probably never have come into contact with in a regular work environment. The constraints of our environment have also helped me to increase my ability to adapt and innovate. »
Wilson K., Site IT Manager, CIS Brasil
The back-office teams within our subsidiaries provide head office with a point of contact in each country and guarantee the proper implementation and coordination of the Group’s processes in compliance with local regulations and resources.
Assist the Country Manager with the financial and administrative management of the sites
“Accounting and financial standards may be international and standardised, but each new country and working environment has its own particularities and presents new challenges, particularly with regard to team management. I ensure the proper application within the subsidiaries of the standards that enable the CIS Group to remain strong and consistent, despite the diversity of its entities and contracts.”
Yacine P., Administrative and Finance Manager, CIEPTAL Algeria
Sign new, profitable contracts as part of the Group’s development strategy
“I like my job at CIS because it gives me a lot of freedom. In our industry, it’s important to be present in the field. I travel a lot to discover new projects and to meet current and future clients, but I also spend a lot of time working on technical offers so that we can win new contracts. In order to do, I have to take an overall approach and I often have to manage projects teams to ensure we meet our client’s contractual requirements. At CIS, each contract is new challenge!”
Thais T., Business Development Representative, CIS Brasil
Based in Marseilles, France, CIS’ head office is home to the Group’s key corporate positions.
Improve the economic and operational performance of the Group’s entities
“As an international budget controller based at CIS’ head office, I have the opportunity to work on projects that have a direct impact on the Group's strategy and to work with all of the company's departments. I also have the opportunity to work with people from all walks of life, both culturally and professionally, when I travel to our sites abroad. During those visits, I help solve operational problems related to the immediate challenges of the subsidiaries.”
Amélie S., Budget Controller, CIS Marseille (Head Office)
Buy strategic goods under the best conditions for CIS’ subsidiaries
“Managing the procurement and delivery of supplies to our sites, especially foodstuffs, is a permanent challenge due to the logistical difficulties involved as a result of their complex situation and international environment. Each new project is a challenge and has a direct impact on the profitability of the contract and our client’s satisfaction. These projects are not without constraints, but it is very rewarding professionally to work in such an environment.”
Thibault D., International Buyer, CIS Marseille (Head Office)
Organise and ensure the proper functioning of information systems on-site
« Not only has CIS given me the opportunity to put my skills and versatility to the test in a motivating and exciting environment, but I am gaining experience every day in areas of expertise, such as telephony and access control, that I would probably never have come into contact with in a regular work environment. The constraints of our environment have also helped me to increase my ability to adapt and innovate. »
Wilson K., Site IT Manager, CIS Brasil
